Sold981d on marketHistoric · 97 yrs
228 George St
South Amboy, NJ, 08879 • 08879 • Middlesex County
$418,000
4Beds
2Baths
1929Built
Property DNA
Colonial, Two Story Style
Built 1929 · 97 years of history
1-Car Garage
3 Cars Deep · Garage · Detached · Driveway
Ceramic Tile & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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Listed 981 days ago · 4 views
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981 days on market
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1929 · Historic
This recently renovated 4-bedroom, 2-full-bathroom house in the heart of South Amboy boasts a host of impressive features that make it an ideal living space. Welcoming lots of natural sunlight, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout the day. The beautiful hardwood floors and recessed lighting create a warm and inviting atmosphere. The formal dining and living rooms provide ample space for entertaining guests or relaxing with family. The modern eat-in kitchen with self-close cabinets and stainless steel appliances is a chef's dream. The first-floor full bathroom adds convenience, while the large bedrooms offer plenty of space for rest and relaxation. The full basement provides ample storage, while the huge detached garage is perfect for parking and additional storage needs. The large yard is great for outdoor entertaining or simply enjoying the beautiful surroundings. With easy access to restaurants, bars, shopping, public transportation, and the train, this property is a true gem that you won't want to miss!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights public transportation, huge detached garage, and modern eat-in kitchen as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,612/month
Principal & Interest$2,055
Property Tax$418
Insurance$139
Down payment20% ($83,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.23% rate · 30yr fixed · $334,400 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1929
HeatingForced Air
CoolingWall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Parking1 Garage space
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial, Two Story
Year built1929
Stories2
Systems
HeatingForced Air
CoolingWall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
RoofAsphalt
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
Parking3 Cars Deep, Garage, Detached, Driveway
Garage1 spaces
BasementFull, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities
Location & Tax
Neighborhood08879
Zoning27
Annual tax$7,019
Parcel2000043000000027
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
9 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
2 Bedrooms
Kitchen
Living Room
Bath Full
Storage
Dining Room
Bath Main
None
Appliances
Gas Range/Oven
Microwave
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Laminate
Wood
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Window Unit(s)
Exterior Features
Parking
3 Cars Deep
Garage
Detached
Driveway
Lot Features
See Remarks
Utilities
See Remarks
Gas
Natural Gas
Room details
3 rooms detailed
Dining Room
Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
Eat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market981
Est. value$522,800
Est. rent$3,157/mo
Tax rate1.82%
On marketMar 15, 2023
PostedOct 12, 2025
Last sold$418,000
MLS updatedSep 26, 2023
Tour days6
Views4
How are the schools in South Amboy?
2 schools rated nearby
5
South Amboy Elementary School
Primary • Public • PK-5
Location
South Amboy, NJ, 08879
Price history
18 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 16, 2023Pending Sale$400,000—All Jersey MLS
Aug 3, 2023Sold$418,000—All Jersey MLS
Apr 24, 2023Contingent$400,000—All Jersey MLS
Mar 21, 2023Listing Removed——Zillow Rentals
Mar 15, 2023Listed For Sale$400,000—All Jersey MLS
Oct 18, 2022Listed For Rent$3,100—Zillow Rental Network_1
Oct 1, 2022Listing Removed——All Jersey MLS
Jun 8, 2022Price Change$389,900—All Jersey MLS
Apr 20, 2022Listed For Sale$425,000—All Jersey MLS
Feb 23, 2016Sold$378,274—Public Record
Feb 23, 2011Listing Removed$179,900—C-Realty
Jan 9, 2011Price Change$179,900—C-Realty
Sep 22, 2010Listed For Sale$169,900—C-Realty
Aug 21, 2010Listing Removed$199,000—C-Realty
Apr 2, 2010Listed For Sale$199,000—C-Realty
Feb 25, 2010Listing Removed$199,000—RE/MAX Journey
Feb 20, 2010Listed For Sale$199,000—RE/MAX Journey
May 30, 1997Sold$118,000—Public Record
Pending Sale$400,000
Aug 16, 2023•All Jersey MLS
Sold$418,000
Aug 3, 2023•All Jersey MLS
Contingent$400,000
Apr 24, 2023•All Jersey MLS
Listing Removed—
Mar 21, 2023•Zillow Rentals
Listed For Sale$400,000
Mar 15, 2023•All Jersey MLS
Listed For Rent$3,100
Oct 18, 2022•Zillow Rental Network_1
Listing Removed—
Oct 1, 2022•All Jersey MLS
Price Change$389,900
Jun 8, 2022•All Jersey MLS
Listed For Sale$425,000
Apr 20, 2022•All Jersey MLS
Sold$378,274
Feb 23, 2016•Public Record
Listing Removed$179,900
Feb 23, 2011•C-Realty
Price Change$179,900
Jan 9, 2011•C-Realty
Listed For Sale$169,900
Sep 22, 2010•C-Realty
Listing Removed$199,000
Aug 21, 2010•C-Realty
Listed For Sale$199,000
Apr 2, 2010•C-Realty
Listing Removed$199,000
Feb 25, 2010•RE/MAX Journey
Listed For Sale$199,000
Feb 20, 2010•RE/MAX Journey
Sold$118,000
May 30, 1997•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 11, 2025$9,072$282,700
Apr 11, 2024$7,808$243,300
Apr 11, 2023$7,513$243,300
Apr 11, 2022$7,138$243,300
Apr 11, 2021$7,019$243,300
Apr 11, 2020$6,834$242,600
Apr 11, 2019$6,669$242,600
Apr 11, 2018$6,669$242,600
Apr 11, 2017$6,397$242,600
Apr 11, 2016$6,443$242,600
Apr 11, 2015$6,223$242,600
Apr 11, 2014$6,053$242,600
Apr 11, 2013$5,667$242,600
Apr 11, 2012$5,451$242,600
Apr 11, 2011$5,257$242,600
Apr 11, 2010$4,990$242,600
Apr 11, 2009$4,389$242,600
Apr 11, 2008—$242,600
Apr 11, 2007$13,869$242,600
Apr 11, 2006$14,315$242,600
Apr 11, 2005$12,807$242,600
Apr 11, 2004—$67,800
Apr 11, 2003—$67,800
Apr 11, 2002—$67,800
Apr 11, 2001—$67,800
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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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