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544 W Meadow Ave, Rahway, NJ, 07065

3beds
1baths
0sqft
$549,900
--price/sqft
$4,043/moest. monthly cost
$161,720/yrincome needed

About This Home

Location! Location! This charming, timeless three-bedroom Colonial in desirable Inman Heights section features-stained glass windows, beautiful wood floors that flow through the spacious Formal Living room, Dining room and den that provides the ideal space for home office or reading. The updated Eat in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, offers ample cabinet and counter space for preparing meals with a separate eating area has EZ access to the deck with awning, a great place to have morning coffee, outdoor dining or quiet relaxation. The upper level has three comfortably sized bedrooms and a full bath with tub/shower combination. The clean, dry basement provides additional storage. The traditional layout along with its classic curb appeal creates a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that Rahway living has to offer with close proximity to the train*shops*parks*downtown* dining*shops plus EZ access to airport & main roads. Storage two car garage, shed, long driveway are added features. Must see to appreciate!

Getting Around

72
WalkingVery Walkable
35
TransitSome Transit
49
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

3/10
5/10
Rahway Middle SchoolGrades PK,7-80.8 mi
1/10
Rahway High SchoolGrades 9-120.6 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1925

Materials

  • Roof: Asphalt

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial, Two Story
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Range/Oven,Microwave,Refrigerator,Gas Water Heater

Basement

  • Area: 0

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full, Storage Space, Laundry Facilities

Bathroom

  • Features: Tub Shower

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Formal Dining Room

Features

  • Entrance Foyer,Kitchen,Living Room,Den,Dining Room,3 Bedrooms,Bath Full,Attic,Storage
  • Flooring: Carpet,Ceramic Tile,Wood
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard,Baseboard Hotwater,Radiators-Steam
  • Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 0

Kitchen

  • Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Eat-in Kitchen

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1300061000000022

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Deck,Patio
  • Exterior features: Curbs,Deck,Patio,Fencing/Wall,Storage Shed,Yard
  • Fencing: Fencing/Wall

Lot

  • Lot size: 4,948 sqft
  • Features: Near Shopping,Near Train,Level,Near Public Transit
  • Lot size dimensions: 110.00 x 45.00

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: 1 Car Width,Asphalt,Garage,Detached
  • 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
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Winter Weather
Heat Wave
Ice Storm
Lightning
Strong Wind

FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties

Fire
Severe Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,780$33,360
Home Insurance *$140$1,680
Property Taxes $930$11,160
Electricity $193$2,318
Total$4,043$48,516
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$138,617/yr
40% on housing$121,290/yr
45% on housing$107,813/yr

New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs

New Jersey Insurance Underwriting Association

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HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 7,029Commercial: 173
Total Premiums$5.54M
Total Exposure$1.19B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.2%
8.2%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.0%
1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

--This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 07065$286
Union County$380

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 07065$392
Union County$416

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

DateEventPrice
2026-04-16Price change$569,900
2026-04-10Listed for sale$579,900
2001-11-15Sold$220,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentJENNIE M. ESPOSITO
BrokerageCOLDWELL BANKER REALTY

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