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225 Linden Ave, Rahway, NJ, 07065

3beds
1baths
0sqft
$488,000
--price/sqft
$3,609/moest. monthly cost
$144,360/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome Home to a charming, warm and inviting 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offering 1,228 sq. ft. of sun-filled living space designed for everyday comfort and ease. Abundance of natural light, creates a bright and cheerful atmosphere throughout the home. A partially finished basement adds valuable flexibility, and endless possibilities. While the private driveway and spacious lot provide room to grow, garden, or entertain with ease. Ideally located near buses, the train station, restaurants, parks, and Rahway's vibrant downtown, Makes this home a commuters dream. This home delivers the perfect blend of charm, convenience, and opportunity for the lifestyle you've been looking for.

Getting Around

68
WalkingSomewhat Walkable
45
TransitSome Transit
83
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

5/10
5/10
Rahway Middle SchoolGrades PK,7-81.2 mi
1/10
Rahway High SchoolGrades 9-121.1 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1950

Materials

  • Roof: Asphalt

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Cape Cod
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

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

Basement

  • Area: 0

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Daylight, Storage Space, Laundry Facilities

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

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

Dining Room

  • Features: Living Dining Combo

Features

  • 2 Bedrooms,Kitchen,Living Room,Bath Full,1 Bedroom,Den,None
  • Flooring: Carpet,Wood

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Central,Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air,Window Unit(s)

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 0

Kitchen

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

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1300225000000005

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Exterior features: Barbecue,Patio,Storage Shed

Lot

  • Lot size: 8,478 sqft
  • Features: Near Shopping,Near Train,Irregular Lot,Near Public Transit
  • Lot size dimensions: 157.00 x 54.00

Parking

  • Parking features: 1 Car Width
  • 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

  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Winter Weather
Heat Wave
Inland Flooding
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 $2,467$29,604
Home Insurance *$124$1,488
Property Taxes $825$9,900
Electricity $193$2,318
Total$3,609$43,308
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$123,737/yr
40% on housing$108,270/yr
45% on housing$96,240/yr

New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs

New Jersey Insurance Underwriting Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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
2026-07-16Listed for sale$488,000
2026-04-14Listing removed$435,000
2026-03-22Listed for sale$435,000
2018-12-14Sold$245,000
2018-11-07Pending sale$249,999
2018-10-14Price change$249,999
2018-10-10Pending sale$259,999
2018-08-10Price change$259,999
2018-07-08Listed for sale$269,555
2018-05-08Sold$167,000
2018-04-03Pending sale$169,316
2018-04-02Price change$169,316
2018-02-01Price change$180,000
2018-01-18Listed for sale$190,000
2017-11-17Sold$130,000
2017-07-21Listed for sale$150,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentPRISCY MARICHAL
BrokerageREALTY OF AMERICA

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