277 Orchard St, Rahway, NJ, 07065
About This Home
Nice price improvement. Highly motivated seller. Situated in one of Rahway's most sought-after neighborhoods, this beautifully renovated home offers the perfect combination of style, comfort, and convenience. Nestled on a quiet residential street near the Woodbridge border, this move-in-ready property has been thoughtfully updated to meet today's modern lifestyle. Inside, you'll find a bright and spacious layout featuring beautifully finished living and dining areas designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining. The fully renovated interior showcases modern upgrades, quality craftsmanship, and tasteful finishes throughout. A fully finished basement adds valuable flexible living space ideal for a recreation room, home office, gym, guest area, or additional entertainment space. Generously sized bedrooms and updated bathrooms provide both comfort and functionality for any stage of life. Step outside to enjoy a private fenced-in backyard complete with an oversized patio perfect for summer gatherings, outdoor dining, or simply unwinding in your own peaceful setting. Located just minutes from schools, shopping, restaurants, NJ Transit, and major highways, this home delivers exceptional convenience with easy access to everything Rahway and the surrounding areas have to offer. Whether you're looking for your first home, more space, or a turnkey property in a prime location, this home is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod, Colonial, Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Gas Range/Oven,Microwave,Refrigerator,Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Recreation Room, Storage Space, Utility Room
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Dining Room
- Features: Dining L
Features
- 1 Bedroom,Kitchen,Living Room,Bath Full,Family Room,2 Bedrooms,None
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Wood
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
Property
Details
- Parcel number: UNDEFINED
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Deck,Patio
- Exterior features: Deck,Patio,Storage Shed
Lot
- Lot size: 4,500 sqft
- Features: Near Shopping,Near Train,Near Public Transit
- Lot size dimensions: 90.00 x 50.00
Parking
- Parking features: 1 Car Width,Driveway
- 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
- Winter Weather
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
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 | $2,831 | $33,972 |
| Home Insurance * | $142 | $1,704 |
| Property Taxes | $947 | $11,364 |
| Electricity | $193 | $2,318 |
| Total | $4,113 | $49,356 |
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
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-06 | Pending sale | $559,900 |
| 2026-08-06 | Contingent | $559,900 |
| 2026-07-17 | Price change | $559,900 |
| 2026-06-13 | Listed for sale | $569,900 |
| 2026-01-03 | Listing removed | $599,000 |
| 2025-11-14 | Listed for sale | $599,000 |
| 2025-11-06 | Pending sale | $599,000 |
| 2025-10-06 | Listed for sale | $599,000 |
| 2025-09-17 | Listing removed | $625,000 |
| 2025-08-20 | Price change | $625,000 |
| 2025-08-09 | Listed for sale | $575,000 |
| 2022-03-25 | Sold | $435,000 |
| 2022-01-31 | Listed for sale | $395,000 |
| 2013-11-17 | Listing removed | $259,000 |
| 2013-05-17 | Listed for sale | $259,000 |
| 2013-03-21 | Listing removed | $259,000 |
| 2012-08-07 | Price change | $259,000 |
| 2012-05-11 | Listed for sale | $279,000 |
For Sale by Agent
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