179 Lake AVE, Metuchen, NJ 08840
179 Lake AVE, Metuchen, NJ 08840
179 Lake AVE, Metuchen, NJ 08840
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Ed Stulak

Ed Stulak

+1(908) 227-1620
$895,000
Est. payment /mo
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,064 SqFt
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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,064 sqft

Price per Sqft $433

Subdivision Borough/Metuchen

MLS Listing ID 2770257M

Style Cape Cod

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 2

Year Built 1960

Annual Tax Amount $15,990

Tax Year 2025

Lot Size 0.258 Acres

Acres 0.2583

Lot Dimensions 75X150

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Source CJMLS API

Property Description

A gracious east-facing Cape in one of Metuchen's most sought-after locations, ideally situated directly across from beloved Tommy's Pond. Just minutes from award-winning Downtown Metuchen, the home offers a rare combination of timeless character, beautifully cultivated outdoor spaces, and an enviable location. A private garden oasis unfolds beyond the home, creating a setting that feels both lush and wonderfully secluded. Thoughtfully planted with an array of herbs and fruit trees, the garden is complemented by a newly updated, expansive patioan inviting extension of the home designed for relaxed outdoor living, intimate gatherings, and effortless entertaining. Inside, the classic Cape Cod floor plan offers exceptional versatility. Two first-floor bedrooms are currently styled as a welcoming living room and a private home office, offering flexibility for today's lifestyle. A full basement provides abundant storage along with potential for recreation, hobbies, or additional functional space. A one-car garage and adjoining carport add further convenience. The home's distinctive character and adaptable layout provide an elegant foundation for comfortable everyday living, with spaces that can evolve naturally with their next owner. Perhaps the most remarkable feature is the lifestyle that surrounds the property. From here, Downtown Metuchen is just a 10-minute stroll away, with its celebrated restaurants, cafs, boutiques, and local shopping. The picturesque Middlesex Greenway is nearby for all year round outdoor recreation, while Tommy's Pond offers a peaceful natural setting just across the street. Whole Foods and other everyday conveniences are close at hand, and the NJ Transit station is within short distance, providing convenient train access to NYC. Highly regarded schools, the YMCA, and local places of worship further enhance the convenience of this exceptional location. Whether enjoying a quiet morning in the garden, cycling the Greenway, dining downtown, or catching the train into Manhattan, everyday life here feels remarkably connected and effortless. Timeless Cape Cod appeal, an enchanting garden, inviting outdoor living, and one of Metuchen's most desirable addresses come together at 179 Lake Avenuea rare opportunity to enjoy a connected and effortlessly enjoyable lifestyle in the heart of the community.

Location

State NJ

County Middlesex

Zoning R2

Rooms

Basement Partially Finished, Interior Entry, Laundry Facilities, Other Room(s), Exterior Entry, Recreation Room, Storage Space, Utility Room

Dining Room Formal Dining Room

Kitchen Breakfast Bar

Interior

Interior Features 2 Bedrooms, Dining Room, Bath Full, Kitchen, Living Room, None

Heating Forced Air

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Ceramic Tile, Wood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Wood Burning

Fireplace true

Appliance Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater

Heat Source Natural Gas

Exterior

Garage Spaces 1.0

Carport Spaces 1

Utilities Available See Remarks

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Lot Description Near Shopping, Near Train

Faces East

Story 2

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Cape Cod

Others

Senior Community no

Tax ID 090014300000001205

Ownership Fee Simple

Energy Description Natural Gas

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