For Sale84d on market
261 Catherine St
South Amboy, NJ, 08879 • 08879 • Middlesex County
$585,000
$315/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
2Baths
1,860Sqft
1985Built
Property DNA
Bi-Level Style
Built 1985 · 41 years of history
Outdoor Living
Deck
Shed(s)
Shed(s)
1-Car Garage
1 Car Width · Asphalt · Garage · Attached · Driveway · On Street
Ceramic Tile & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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84 days on market
Established listing
$315/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1985
Welcome to 261 Catherine Street, a move-in-ready, beautifully remodeled bi-level 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home located on a quiet street in the heart of South Amboy. Filled with natural light, this inviting residence features hardwood floors throughout, a sun filled living room with a charming bay window, and a kitchen with updated appliances, complemented by modern finishes and a well designed layout ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. This lovely home offers spacious living areas, comfortable bedrooms, updated baths, and outdoor space with great potential, all conveniently located near local shops, dining, parks, schools, and major transportation routes, blending neighborhood charm with commuter convenience. Don't miss this opportunity.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights modern finishes, hardwood floors throughout, and filled with natural light as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,667/month
Principal & Interest$2,887
Property Tax$585
Insurance$195
Down payment20% ($117,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.27% rate · 30yr fixed · $468,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1985
HeatingCentral, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking1 Attached Garage space
Days on Zillow84 Days
Price/sqft$315
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBi-Level
Year built1985
Stories2
Systems
HeatingCentral, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
Parking1 Car Width, Asphalt, Garage, Attached, Driveway, On Street
Garage1 spaces
BasementSlab
FencingFencing/Wall
Location & Tax
Neighborhood08879
Annual tax$9,666
Parcel2000029000000001
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1 Bedroom
Laundry Room
Bath Half
Den
Storage
Utility Room
2 Bedrooms
Kitchen
Living Room
Bath Main
Dining Room
Attic
Appliances
Dishwasher
Dryer
Gas Range/Oven
Microwave
Refrigerator
Washer
Kitchen Exhaust Fan
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Laminate
Wood
Heating
Central
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Windows
Screen/Storm Window
Exterior Features
Exterior
Curbs
Deck
Screen/Storm Window
Fencing/Wall
Storage Shed
Parking
1 Car Width
Asphalt
Garage
Attached
Driveway
On Street
Patio & Porch
Deck
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Community
Curbs
Utilities
Natural Gas Connected
Gas
Natural Gas
Other Structures
Shed(s)
Room details
4 rooms detailed
Bathroom
Tub Shower
Dining Room
Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
Kitchen Exhaust FanEat-in Kitchen
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market84
Est. value$590,900
Est. rent$3,463/mo
Tax rate1.82%
Price/sqft$315
On marketJan 16, 2026
PostedJan 16, 2026
Last sold$260,000
MLS updatedFeb 23, 2026
Tour days6
Views129
Favorites1
How are the schools in South Amboy?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
South Amboy, NJ, 08879
Price history
8 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 23, 2026Contingent$585,000$315All Jersey MLS
Feb 23, 2026Pending Sale$585,000$315MoreMLS
Jan 16, 2026Listed For Sale$585,000$315MoreMLS
Oct 6, 2010Sold$260,000$140Public Record
Jun 26, 2010Price Change$275,000$148NRT TriStates
Jun 1, 2010Price Change$289,000$155NRT TriStates
May 9, 2010Price Change$305,000$164NRT TriStates
Apr 20, 2010Listed For Sale$319,900$172NRT TriStates
Contingent$585,000
Feb 23, 2026•$315/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Pending Sale$585,000
Feb 23, 2026•$315/sqft•MoreMLS
Listed For Sale$585,000
Jan 16, 2026•$315/sqft•MoreMLS
Sold$260,000
Oct 6, 2010•$140/sqft•Public Record
Price Change$275,000
Jun 26, 2010•$148/sqft•NRT TriStates
Price Change$289,000
Jun 1, 2010•$155/sqft•NRT TriStates
Price Change$305,000
May 9, 2010•$164/sqft•NRT TriStates
Listed For Sale$319,900
Apr 20, 2010•$172/sqft•NRT TriStates
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$9,666$301,200
Apr 10, 2024$9,666$301,200
Apr 10, 2023$9,301$301,200
Apr 10, 2022$8,837$301,200
Apr 10, 2021$8,690$301,200
Apr 10, 2020$8,485$301,200
Apr 10, 2019$8,280$301,200
Apr 10, 2018$8,280$301,200
Apr 10, 2017$7,943$301,200
Apr 10, 2016$8,000$301,200
Apr 10, 2015$7,726$301,200
Apr 10, 2014$7,515$301,200
Apr 10, 2013$6,980$298,800
Apr 10, 2012$6,714$298,800
Apr 10, 2011$6,225$298,800
Apr 10, 2010$5,896$298,800
Apr 10, 2009$5,155$298,800
Apr 10, 2008—$298,800
Apr 10, 2007$17,082$298,800
Apr 10, 2006$17,229$298,800
Apr 10, 2005$15,414$298,800
Apr 10, 2004—$81,600
Apr 10, 2003—$81,600
Apr 10, 2002—$81,600
Apr 10, 2001—$81,600
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
South Amboy, NJ • Middlesex County
Nearby cities
CarteretEast BrunswickEdisonMatawanMonroe TownshipNew BrunswickNorth BrunswickOld Bridge
Nearby zip codes
08879
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