Sold176d on marketHistoric · 112 yrs
257 George St
South Amboy, NJ, 08879 • 08879 • Middlesex County
$505,000
$326/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,548Sqft
0.11 acLot
1914Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1914 · 112 years of history
Shed(s)
Shed(s)
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Listed 176 days ago · 25 views
Market activity
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176 days on market
Established listing
$326/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1914 · Historic
Welcome home to this inviting 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial, ideally situated on a 50x100 lot across from South Amboy Elementary School. From its spacious layout to its unbeatable location, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Inside, you'll find a warm and functional floor plan featuring a large living room, formal dining room, cozy family room, and an eat-in kitchen that's perfect for everyday living. Kitchen features stainless steel appliances, pretty backsplash and updated cabinets. There's also a half bath on the main level for added convenience. At the rear of the home, enjoy a bright and airy 3-season room an ideal spot to relax and enjoy your private backyard. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a full bath, all thoughtfully arranged on the second level. Need more space? The attic with a pulldown staircase provides additional storage. whether you're looking for extra storage. Plus, a full basement offers even more storage. Outside, a 2-car driveway, spacious yard, and handy storage shed complete the package. Enjoy everything South Amboy has to offer just moments from downtown shopping and dining, the NYC ferry, train and bus lines, the scenic waterfront park, YMCA, and easy access to the Jersey Shore. Whether you're commuting or settling down, this home is the perfect place to start your next chapter.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,156/month
Principal & Interest$2,483
Property Tax$505
Insurance$168
Down payment20% ($101,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.23% rate · 30yr fixed · $404,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1914
HeatingRadiators-Steam
CoolingWall Unit(s)
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot5,000 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1914
Stories2
Systems
HeatingRadiators-Steam
CoolingWall Unit(s)
RoofAsphalt
Water / SewerPublic / Sewer Charge, Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDriveway
BasementFull, Exterior Entry, Storage Space, Interior Entry, Utility Room
FencingFencing/Wall
Lot5,000 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood08879
Annual tax$7,594
Parcel2000042000000004
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Kitchen
Bath Half
Living Room
Other Room(s)
Dining Room
Family Room
3 Bedrooms
Bath Main
Attic
Storage
Appliances
Dryer
Gas Range/Oven
Microwave
Refrigerator
Washer
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet
Laminate
Heating
Radiators-Steam
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Exterior Features
Exterior
Curbs
Sidewalk
Fencing/Wall
Storage Shed
Yard
Parking
Driveway
Community
Curbs
Sidewalks
Utilities
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
362 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market176
Est. value$510,500
Est. rent$3,078/mo
Tax rate1.82%
Price/sqft$326
On marketAug 29, 2025
PostedOct 24, 2025
Last sold$505,000
MLS updatedOct 16, 2025
Tour days6
Views25
How are the schools in South Amboy?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
South Amboy, NJ, 08879
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 15, 2025Sold$505,000$326All Jersey MLS
Sep 22, 2025Contingent$500,000$323All Jersey MLS
Aug 29, 2025Listed For Sale$500,000$323All Jersey MLS
Sold$505,000
Oct 15, 2025•$326/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Contingent$500,000
Sep 22, 2025•$323/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Listed For Sale$500,000
Aug 29, 2025•$323/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$8,151$254,000
Apr 10, 2024$8,151$254,000
Apr 10, 2023$7,844$254,000
Apr 10, 2022$7,452$254,000
Apr 10, 2021$7,328$254,000
Apr 10, 2020$6,905$254,000
Apr 10, 2019$6,732$254,000
Apr 10, 2018$6,534$254,000
Apr 10, 2017$6,448$254,000
Apr 10, 2016$6,496$254,000
Apr 10, 2015$6,265$254,000
Apr 10, 2014$6,087$254,000
Apr 10, 2013$5,683$254,000
Apr 10, 2012$5,457$254,000
Apr 10, 2011$5,254$254,000
Apr 10, 2010$4,975$254,000
Apr 10, 2009$4,345$254,000
Apr 10, 2008—$254,000
Apr 10, 2007$14,521$254,000
Apr 10, 2006$12,161$254,000
Apr 10, 2005$10,880$254,000
Apr 10, 2004—$57,600
Apr 10, 2003—$57,600
Apr 10, 2002—$57,600
Apr 10, 2001—$57,600
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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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