408 Prospect Ave, Dunellen, NJ, 08812
About This Home
Welcome to a beautifully maintained custom Colonial in one of Dunellen's most convenient locations, just moments from downtown restaurants, shops, parks, and the NJ Transit Raritan Valley Line. Designed by respected local architect Jeff Beer, this inviting home offers a spacious, well-planned layout with timeless details and thoughtful updates throughout. The main level features a dramatic two-story foyer, an open flow for everyday living and entertaining, a generous great room with wood-burning fireplace, and a modern kitchen with center island, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Upstairs, the impressive primary suite includes a large walk-in closet and private bath with soaking tub and separate tile shower, along with three additional spacious bedrooms and a full hall bath. The finished walkout basement adds exceptional flexibility with a large recreation room, sound-insulated music room that also makes an ideal home office or studio, and a custom wine cellar. Step outside to your own private backyard retreat featuring a custom deck, patio, and a stunning in-ground pool newly installed in 2023. Complete with a 2-car attached garage and move-in-ready condition, this home offers the space, lifestyle, and location today's buyers are looking for.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1996
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial, Custom Home, Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Gas Range/Oven,Refrigerator,Washer,Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full, Other Room(s), Daylight, Recreation Room
Bathroom
- Features: Jacuzzi-Type, Stall Shower
Bedroom2
- Area: 169
Bedroom3
- Area: 156
Bedroom4
- Area: 132
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
- Area: 154
Features
- Entrance Foyer,Kitchen,Bath Half,Living Room,Dining Room,4 Bedrooms,Bath Full,Bath Main,Other Room(s),Attic
- Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 3,037
- Total interior livable area: 3,037 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen
- Area: 210
Living Room
- Area: 468
Master Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Area: 266
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 030006000000002001
- Zoning: RA
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: In Ground
- Patio & porch: Porch,Deck
- Exterior features: Open Porch(es),Deck,Fencing/Wall
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Fencing/Wall
Lot
- Lot size: 8,498 sqft
- Features: Level
- Lot size dimensions: 0.00 x 0.00
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: 2 Car Width,Asphalt,Garage,Attached
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Strong Wind
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Tornado
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,019 | $48,228 |
| Home Insurance * | $245 | $2,940 |
| Property Taxes | $1,471 | $17,652 |
| Electricity | $334 | $4,017 |
| Total | $6,069 | $72,828 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-21 | Listed for rent | $4,300 |
| 2026-07-13 | Listing removed | $4,000 |
| 2026-07-01 | Listed for rent | $4,000 |
| 2022-11-17 | Sold | $595,000 |
| 2022-10-01 | Contingent | $599,900 |
| 2022-10-01 | Pending sale | $599,900 |
| 2022-09-16 | Listed for sale | $599,900 |
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