For Sale27d on marketHistoric · 107 yrs
556 Compton Ave
Perth Amboy, NJ, 08861 • Chickentown • Middlesex County
$449,900
$303/sqft
-$77 since Mar 14, 2026
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
2Baths
1,486Sqft
0.06 acLot
1919Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1919 · 107 years of history
Outdoor Living
Porch
Shed(s)
Shed(s)
Ceramic Tile & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is getting attention
Listed 27 days ago · 821 views · 16 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
16 saves
Buyers have saved this home
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Recently listed
$303/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1919 · Historic
Charming Colonial in a prime Perth Amboy location! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features a spacious layout with an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, and attic with stair access offering great storage or future possibilities. Conveniently located near transportation, shopping, schools, and major highways. An excellent opportunity and a great option for first-time home buyers looking to personalize and add value. Property is being sold strictly AS IS. Buyer responsible for municipal inspections and certifications. Opportunities like this don't last. Schedule your showing today.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,800/month
Principal & Interest$2,200
Property Tax$450
Insurance$150
Down payment20% ($89,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $359,920 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1919
HeatingRadiators-Hot Water, Steam
CoolingNone
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot2,500 sqft
Days on Zillow27 Days
Price/sqft$303
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1919
Stories3
Systems
HeatingRadiators-Hot Water, Steam
CoolingNone
RoofAsphalt
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingCommon, On Street
BasementFull, Laundry Facilities
FencingFencing/Wall
Lot2,500 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodChickentown
ZoningR-50
Annual tax$6,722
Parcel1600285000000003
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Kitchen
Bath Half
Living Room
Dining Room
3 Bedrooms
Bath Full
Attic
Appliances
Dishwasher
Gas Range/Oven
Refrigerator
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Wood
Heating
Radiators-Hot Water
Steam
Cooling
None
Exterior Features
Exterior
Open Porch(es)
Fencing/Wall
Storage Shed
Parking
Common
On Street
Patio & Porch
Porch
Lot Features
Near Shopping
Near Public Transit
Utilities
Electricity Connected
Natural Gas Connected
Gas
Natural Gas
Other Structures
Shed(s)
Room details
3 rooms detailed
Dining Room
Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market27
Est. value$476,300
Est. rent$3,167/mo
Tax rate1.82%
Price/sqft$303
On marketMar 13, 2026
PostedMar 14, 2026
Last sold$290,000
MLS updatedApr 2, 2026
Tour days6
Views821
Favorites16
How are the schools in Perth Amboy?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Perth Amboy, NJ, 08861
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 6, 2026Pending Sale$449,900$303GSMLS
Apr 3, 2026Contingent$449,900$303All Jersey MLS
Mar 14, 2026Price Change$449,900$303All Jersey MLS
Feb 13, 2026Listed For Sale$449,977$303GSMLS
Feb 19, 2021Sold$290,000$195Public Record
Jan 3, 2021Contingent$289,900$195All Jersey MLS
Sep 26, 2020Pending Sale$289,900$195NEXTAGE ALL-STAR REALTY
Sep 22, 2020Listed For Sale$289,900$195NEXTAGE ALL-STAR REALTY
Pending Sale$449,900
Apr 6, 2026•$303/sqft•GSMLS
Contingent$449,900
Apr 3, 2026•$303/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Price Change$449,900
Mar 14, 2026•$303/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Listed For Sale$449,977
Feb 13, 2026•$303/sqft•GSMLS
Sold$290,000
Feb 19, 2021•$195/sqft•Public Record
Contingent$289,900
Jan 3, 2021•$195/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Pending Sale$289,900
Sep 26, 2020•$195/sqft•NEXTAGE ALL-STAR REALTY
Listed For Sale$289,900
Sep 22, 2020•$195/sqft•NEXTAGE ALL-STAR REALTY
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$6,722$222,800
Apr 10, 2024$6,722$222,800
Apr 10, 2023$6,709$222,800
Apr 10, 2022$6,628$222,800
Apr 10, 2021$5,371$180,300
Apr 10, 2020$5,369$180,300
Apr 10, 2019$5,342$180,300
Apr 10, 2018$5,031$180,300
Apr 10, 2017$5,193$180,300
Apr 10, 2016$5,229$180,300
Apr 10, 2015$5,261$180,300
Apr 10, 2014$5,115$180,300
Apr 10, 2013$5,984$180,300
Apr 10, 2012$5,429$223,300
Apr 10, 2011$4,993$223,300
Apr 10, 2010$4,799$223,300
Apr 10, 2009$4,361$223,300
Apr 10, 2008—$223,300
Apr 10, 2007$7,436$223,300
Apr 10, 2006$7,346$85,700
Apr 10, 2005$7,248$85,700
Apr 10, 2004$725$85,700
Apr 10, 2003—$85,700
Apr 10, 2002—$85,700
Apr 10, 2001—$85,700
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Perth Amboy, NJ • Middlesex County
Nearby neighborhoods
Amboy AvenueChickentownDowntownHall AvenueHarborHopelawnSouthwesternSpa SpringsState StreetThe Waterfront
Nearby cities
CarteretEast BrunswickEdisonMatawanMonroe TownshipNew BrunswickNorth BrunswickOld Bridge
Nearby zip codes
0886108862
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