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The Mountaintop Group
344 Middlesex Avenue, Metuchen NJ 08840, 1209 - Metuchen, NJ 08840
- $1,705,000
- 6
- BD
- 5
- BA
- 5,412
- SqFt
- Sold Price
- $1,705,000
- List Price
- $1,799,999
- Closing Date
- May 29, 2026
- Days on Market
- 133
- Status
- CLOSED
- MLS#
- 2609618R
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 5
- Full Baths
- 3
- Half Baths
- 2
- Living Area
- 5,412
- Lot Size (Acres)
- 1.3361
- Style
- Colonial, Custom Home, Extra House on Lot
- Year Built
- 1929
Property 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, complemented by 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, creating a seamless flow for both everyday living and elegant gatherings. 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. A full basement with a half bath offers additional flexibility, while the separate, fully renovated two-bedroom guest housefeaturing a loft, central air, and in-unit washer/dryerpresents exceptional accommodations for guests or income potential. Rich in history yet thoughtfully updated for modern living, this extraordinary property offers a truly unique opportunity to own a landmark residence of enduring elegance.
Additional Information
- Area
- 1209 - Metuchen
- Subdivision
- Woodwild Park
- Basement Desc
- Partially Finished, Full, Bath Half, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Recreation Room, Storage Space, Interior Entry, Utility Room, Workshop
- Utilities
- Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
- Floors
- Ceramic Tile, Marble, Wood
- Taxes
- $28,585
- Subdivision
- Woodwild Park
- Pool Desc
- In Ground
- Exterior
- Lawn Sprinklers, Open Porch(es), Curbs, Deck, Patio, Fencing/Wall, Yard
- Lot Size
- 58,201
- Parking Driveway
- Additional Parking, Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage, Attached, Built-In Garage, Detached, Driveway, On Site, Paved
- Lot Description
- Near Shopping, Near Train, Backs to Park Land
- Water
- Public
- Basement
- Yes
- Levels
- 4
- Heat Fuel
- Zoned, Baseboard, Radiant, Baseboard Hotwater
- Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
- Kitchen
- Granite/Corian Countertops, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen
- Fireplace Desc
- Wood Burning
- Water Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Interior
- 2nd Stairway to 2nd Level, Cedar Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Entrance Foyer, Great Room, Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Storage, Dining Room, Family Room, 4 Bedrooms, Laundry Room, Bath Full, Bath Main, 2 Bedrooms, Other Room(s)
- Garage Capacity
- 2
- Rooms
- 12
- Roof
- Asphalt, Flat
- Stories
- 4
- Show Address
- Yes
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