344 Middlesex Ave

Metuchen Boro, NJ 08840


 

Price: $1,799,999

GSMLS:  4005635
Type: Single Family
Style: Colonial
Beds: 6
Baths: 3 Full & 2 Half
Garage: 2-Car
Year Built: 1929
Acres: 1.34
Property Tax: $28,585
Description
A rare offering of historic significance and modern refinement, the distinguished ?Applegate House? presents over 5,400 square feet of elegant living set on 1.33 acres of beautifully landscaped grounds overlooking Woodwild Park Reservation. Recognized on the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places, this exceptional residence seamlessly blends timeless architecture with thoughtfully curated upgrades.A grand foyer with a sweeping staircase sets the tone, newly installed hardwood flooring, intricate crown molding, and three fireplaces that add warmth and character throughout. The fully reimagined gourmet kitchen (2025) is a true showpiece, featuring top-of-the-line Thermador appliances, custom cabinetry, and sophisticated designer finishes.The home offers six spacious bedrooms and five baths, including two newly renovated spa-inspired bathrooms (2024) adorned with marble accents and distinctive hammered copper tub and sinks. Multiple living and entertaining spaces are enhanced by French doors and classic architectural details.Outdoors, the estate transforms into a private retreat with multiple porches and patios, expansive second-floor decks, and professionally designed landscaping with full-property estate lighting (2023). The impressive 85,000-gallon saltwater pool, complete with a new heater (2022), provides a resort-style experience.Full basement with a half bath. A separate, renovated two-bedroom guest house with a loft, A/Cr, washer/dryer.
Rooms Sizes
Kitchen:
First
Dining Room:
First
Living Room:
First
Family Room:
First
Den:
First
Bedroom 1:
Second
Bedroom 2:
Second
Bedroom 3:
Second
Bedroom 4:
Second
Room Levels
Basement:
GarEnter,Leisure,OutEntrn,Storage,Utility,Walkout,Workshop
Ground:
n/a
Level 1:
DiningRm,FamilyRm,Florida,Foyer,GameRoom,Kitchen,LivingRm,PowderRm
Level 2:
4 Or More Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath(s) Other, Laundry Room
Level 3:
2 Bedrooms, Attic, Bath Main, Storage Room
Level Other:
n/a
Room Features
Kitchen:
Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
Dining Room:
Formal Dining Room
Master Bedroom:
Full Bath, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet
Bath:
Soaking Tub, Stall Shower
Interior Features
Square Foot:
n/a
Year Renovated:
n/a
Basement:
Yes - Finished-Partially, Full, Walkout
Full Baths:
3
Half Baths:
2
Appliances:
Carbon Monoxide Detector, Dishwasher, Disposal, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Microwave Oven, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Wall Oven(s) - Gas, Wine Refrigerator
Flooring:
Marble, Tile, Wood
Fireplaces:
3
Fireplace:
Non-Functional, See Remarks, Wood Burning
Interior:
Carbon Monoxide Detector, Cedar Closets, Smoke Detector
Exterior Features
Garage Space:
2-Car
Garage:
Attached,InEntrnc
Driveway:
Additional Parking, Blacktop, Circular
Roof:
Asphalt Shingle, Flat
Exterior:
Brick, Wood Shingle
Swimming Pool:
Yes
Pool:
In-Ground Pool
Utilities
Heating System:
1 Unit, Baseboard - Hotwater, Multi-Zone
Heating Source:
Gas-Natural
Cooling:
Central Air, Multi-Zone Cooling
Water Heater:
Gas
Water:
Public Water
Sewer:
Public Sewer
Services:
Garbage Included
Lot Features
Acres:
1.34
Lot Dimensions:
291X200 AVG
Lot Features:
Backs to Park Land
School Information
Elementary:
CAMPBELL
Middle:
EDGAR
High School:
METUCHEN
Community Information
County:
Middlesex
Town:
Metuchen Boro
Neighborhood:
Woodwild Park
Application Fee:
n/a
Association Fee:
n/a
Fee Includes:
n/a
Amenities:
Pool-Outdoor, Tennis Courts
Pets:
n/a
Financial Considerations
List Price:
$1,799,999
Tax Amount:
$28,585
Land Assessment:
$250,000
Build. Assessment:
$161,000
Total Assessment:
$411,000
Tax Rate:
6.96
Tax Year:
2024
Ownership Type:
Fee Simple
Listing Information
MLS ID:
4005635
List Date:
01-16-2026
Days On Market:
0
Listing Broker:
WEICHERT REALTORS
Listing Agent:
Lazara Richardson
 

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