43 1st St

Raritan, NJ 08869

$500,000
Price
5
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Description

Charming Turn-of-the-Century Colonial with Endless Potential! Step back in time and discover the incredible opportunity at 43 1st St., Raritan, NJ. Built in 1900 and lovingly held within the same family for generations, this spacious home is ready for its next chapter. Featuring 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this classic residence showcases timeless architectural details, including soaring high ceilings, intricate molding, and both front and rear staircases providing access to all three levels....Charming Turn-of-the-Century Colonial with Endless Potential! Step back in time and discover the incredible opportunity at 43 1st St., Raritan, NJ. Built in 1900 and lovingly held within the same family for generations, this spacious home is ready for its next chapter. Featuring 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this classic residence showcases timeless architectural details, including soaring high ceilings, intricate molding, and both front and rear staircases providing access to all three levels. The home's layout offers flexibility and generous room sizes rarely found today. While the interior is in need of cosmetic updates and renovation, this property is a perfect match for investors, renovation enthusiasts, or those seeking their next" extreme makeover project. With great bones and historic charm, the possibilities are truly endless. The home includes a full basement w/Bilco door access, newer boiler & HWH, offering a solid starting point for improvements. Outside, the property shines with exceptional curb appeal, as the exterior was completely renovated in recent years. Enjoy a paver driveway w/spacious, level backyard ideal for entertaining, expansion, or outdoor living. Conveniently located in Somerset County, close to local amenities, commuting routes. Bridgewater-Raritan schools. Bring your vision and restore this beautiful piece of history to its full glory! As is sale final and best is due by friday may 8th at noon
  1. Listed by THERESA LONDENBERG • COLDWELL BANKER REALTY

Property Details for 43 1st Street

Style
Colonial
Directions
Route 202 south to First Ave to First Street.
Days On Market
12
Primary Style
Colonial
LISTING UPDATED: 05/04/2026 11:18 AM

Property Details for 43 1st Street

StatusActive
MLS #4022477
Days on Market13
Taxes$8,937 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
CountySomerset County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, THERESA LONDENBERG
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Building Information for 43 1st Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF

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Property Information for 43 1st Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Address Included: Y
  • Middle/Jr High School: BRIDG-RAR
  • Grade School: JF KENNEDY
  • High School: BRIDG-RAR
  • Active Days on Market: 12
  • Renovated Year: 1990
  • County #: Somerset
  • Town Name: Raritan Boro
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 89
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Color of Building: Tan
  • Town #: 2716.0
  • Street # Display: 43.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 3
  • County Or Parish: Somerset
  • Street Name: 1St St
  • Zip Code: 08869-1808
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • Block ID Tax: *
  • Acres Tax: *
  • County Code Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $8,937
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 293800.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2716-00089-0000-00006-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $3
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 1 Car Width, Driveway-Exclusive, Hard Surface, On-Street Parking
  • # Garage Spaces: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 6
  • Approximate Lot Size: 40X150
  • Total Acres: 0.14
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1900
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 148300.0
  • Assessment Land: 145500.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: No Cool
  • Services: Cable TV Available, Garbage Included
  • Utilities: Electric, Gas-Natural, See Remarks
  • Water: Public Water
  • Water Heater: Gas
  • Heating: 1 Unit, Radiators - Steam
  • Fuel Type: Gas-Natural
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Description: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Curbs, Metal Fence, Storm Door(s), Storm Window(s), Thermal Windows/Doors, Workshop
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Blinds, CODetect, CeilHigh, SmokeDet, TubShowr, WlkInCls
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Laminate, Tile
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Bilco-Style Door, Full, Unfinished
  • # Baths: 2.0
  • # Full Baths: 2
  • # Half Baths: 0
  • Bedroom 1 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 2 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 3 Level: Second
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Second
  • # Bedrooms: 5
  • Easement: Unknown
  • # Fireplaces: 0
  • Kitchen Area: Country Kitchen, Eat-In Kitchen, Pantry
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: Utility Room, Walkout
  • Dining Area: Formal Dining Room
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Ground Level Rooms: 1Bedroom,BathMain,DiningRm,Foyer,Kitchen,LivingRm,Pantry
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 2 Rooms: 4 Or More Bedrooms
  • Level 3 Rooms: Attic
  • Master Bedroom Desc: 1st Floor
  • # Rooms: 10
  • Other Room 3: Bedroom
  • Other Room 1 Level: First
  • Other Room 4: Bathroom
  • Other Room 2 Level: Second
  • Other Room 5: Bathroom
  • Other Room 3 Level: First

Property History for 43 1st Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 22, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4022477

$500,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/22/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4022477

$500,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 43 1st Street

Taxable ValueLand$145,500Additions$148,300Total$293,800
Tax Record2024$8,523 ($710 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,868 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,868 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900CountySOMERSETAPN16 00089-0000-00006

Schools near 43 1st Street

This home is within Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
Public - K to 4
Eisenhower Elementary School
Public - 5 to 6
Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Bridgewater Raritan High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
John F. Kennedy Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Eisenhower Elementary School
Public5 to 6

Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School
Public7 to 8

Bridgewater Raritan High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 43 1st Street, Raritan, NJ 08869

43 1st Street is a single family home for sale in Raritan, NJ 08869. This property was listed for sale on April 22, 2026 by COLDWELL BANKER REALTY, it's currently listed at $500,000. This listing's school district is Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District. Nearby schools include John F. Kennedy Elementary School, Eisenhower Elementary School and Bridgewater-Raritan Middle School. 43 1st Street is a 5-bed, 2-bath, single family home built in 1900.

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