180 Amboy Avenue, Metuchen, NJ 08840

$985,000

This beautifully renovated 1930s Colonial Revival blends sophisticated, timeless elegance with cozy, livable functionality. Hardwood floors, plantation shutters, built in cabinetry, decorative moldings, and thoughtful design create warmth and sophistication throughout. From the charming front garden and private yard to the bright foyer, this home instantly feels welcoming. The… Read More expansive living room features a gas fireplace, custom cabinetry, and abundant natural light. At the heart of the home, a beautifully designed bar room with built-in server holds everything needed for everyday meals or entertaining. The French doors open to the patio for seamless indoor-outdoor flow. A marble powder room is conveniently tucked nearby. The kitchen and dining spaces continue the home's elevated yet comfortable feel. The kitchen features custom cabinetry, open shelving, quartzite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a farmhouse sink. The light filled dining room accommodates a large farmhouse table along with a credenza, buffet and coffee bar, and the built-in mudroom bench is the perfect place to store your things at the end of the day. Upstairs offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, including a serene primary suite with abundant natural light, oversized closets, second-floor laundry, and a spa-like bath with radiant heat, double vanity, and custom shower. Not to be outdone, the hall bath is equally impressive with designer tile, soaking tub, and separate shower. The fully finished basement adds approximately 472 sq ft of versatile living space, currently used as a guest suite with gas fireplace, kitchenette, full bath, and charming under-stair play nook. The basement has it's own split system for heating & cooling, making it comfortable year round. With natural light throughout, it also makes an ideal family room, office, gym, or playroom. Outside, the private backyard is designed for relaxation and entertaining, featuring pavers, green space, mature landscaping, a covered pergola, extendable awning, and easy access from the home's French doors, it truly is an extension of the home. A finished 2-car garage adds approximately 300 sq ft of flexible space with epoxy floors, heating & cooling via mini-split, outfitted with a multi-piece modular storage system made by New Age to ensure that your workshop remains organized and full attic storage above. Located in highly desirable Metuchen, winner of the 2023 Main Street Award, this home offers charm, community, top-rated schools, a vibrant downtown, and direct rail service to NY Penn Station, making it a commuter's dream. Read Less

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Days Online

Last Updated

May 9, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Lot Size

0.17 Acres

Year Built

1930

MLS Number

2614931R

30 Days Snapshot Of 08840

$1.01M

+43%

(avg) sold price

+50%

homes sold

-50%

(avg) days on market

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Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

Appliances: "Dishwasher", "Disposal", "Dryer", "Gas Range/Oven", "Microwave", "Refrigerator", "See Remarks", "Washer", "Water Softener Owned", "Gas Water Heater"

Building

Architectural Style: "Colonial", "Traditional", Levels: "Three Or More", Living Area Units: Square Feet, Stories: 2, Stories Total: 2, Year Built: 1930

Home Owner's Association

Association Fee 2 Frequency: Monthly

Basement

Basement: "Finished", "Bath Full", "Storage Space", "Interior Entry", "Laundry Facilities"

Community

Community Features: "Sidewalks"

Cooling

Cooling: "Ceiling Fan(s)", "Zoned"

Garage

Covered Spaces: 2, Garage Spaces: 2, Garage YN: t, Open Parking YN: t

Exterior Features

Exterior Features: "Patio", "Enclosed Porch(es)", "Sidewalk", "Fencing/Wall", "Yard", Patio And Porch Features: "Patio", "Enclosed"

Fence

Fencing: "Fencing/Wall"

Fireplaces

Fireplace Features: "Gas", Fireplaces Total: 2, Fireplace YN: t

Floors

Flooring: "Carpet", "Ceramic Tile", "Marble", "Wood"

Utilities

Gas: "Natural Gas", Utilities: "Electricity Connected", "Natural Gas Connected"

Heating

Heating: "Zoned", "Radiant", "Forced Air", Heating YN: t

Interior Features

Interior Features: "Blinds", "Cedar Closet(s)", "Security System", "Watersoftener Owned", "Entrance Foyer", "Kitchen", "Bath Half", "Living Room", "Other Room(s)", "Dining Room", "3 Bedrooms", "Laundry Room", "Attic", "Bath Full", "Bath Main", "Additional Bath"

Lot

Lot Features: "Near Shopping", "Near Train", "Easements/Right of Way", "Irregular Lot", Lot Size Acres: 0.1667, Lot Size Area: 0.1667, Lot Size Dimensions: 110.00 x 66.00, Lot Size Square Feet: 7261

Property

Parcel Number: 09001850100003, Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence, Property Type: Residential, Security Features: "Security System"

Parking

Parking Features: "Additional Parking", "See Remarks", "Garage", "Detached"

Roof

Roof: "Asphalt"

Dining Room

Room Dining Room Features: "Formal Dining Room"

Sewer

Sewer: "Public Sewer"

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount: 15391, Tax Year: 2024

Water Features

Water Source: "Private", "Public"

Windows

Window Features: "Blinds"

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