For SaleOpen House18d on marketOpen HouseHistoric · 112 yrs
224 2nd St
South Amboy, NJ, 08879 • 08879 • Middlesex County
$375,000
$327/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
2Baths
1,147Sqft
0.04 acLot
1914Built
Property DNA
1/2 Duplex Style
Built 1914 · 112 years of history
Outdoor Living
Porch · Deck · Patio · Enclosed
Ceramic Tile Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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18 days on market
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Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1914 · Historic
Welcome to this inviting 3 bed, 1.5 bath home in South Amboy! Enter to the front foyer onto brand new flooring that flows through a bright living room into a separate dining area with plenty of closet space. The spacious kitchen offers room to cook & gather, featuring an updated gas stove/oven. Just beyond, a functional mudroom with built-in storage leads out to a covered patio & backyard. Perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find the full bath, 2 bedrooms along with an additional pass through bedroom. A finished attic provides additional space for storage or a home office, while the basement houses the laundry area. With rear service road access, there's also potential to create a private driveway while still enjoying your backyard space.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights spacious kitchen, covered patio and backyard, and brand new flooring as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,334/month
Principal & Interest$1,834
Property Tax$375
Insurance$125
Down payment20% ($75,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.18% rate · 30yr fixed · $300,000 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeHalf Duplex
Year Built1914
HeatingRadiant, Radiators-Steam
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), None, Window Unit(s)
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot1,886 sqft
Days on Zillow18 Days
Price/sqft$327
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeHalf Duplex
Style1/2 Duplex
Year built1914
Stories3
Systems
HeatingRadiant, Radiators-Steam
CoolingCeiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), None, Window Unit(s)
RoofAsphalt
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingSee Remarks, On Street
BasementPartial, Laundry Facilities
Lot1,886 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood08879
Annual tax$6,048
Parcel2000059000000006
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Entrance Foyer
Kitchen
Bath Half
Living Room
Dining Room
3 Bedrooms
Bath Full
Attic
Appliances
Gas Range/Oven
Microwave
Refrigerator
Range
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet
Ceramic Tile
Vinyl-Linoleum
Heating
Radiant
Radiators-Steam
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Wall Unit(s)
None
Window Unit(s)
Exterior Features
Exterior
Barbecue
Open Porch(es)
Deck
Patio
Enclosed Porch(es)
Yard
Parking
See Remarks
On Street
Patio & Porch
Porch
Deck
Patio
Enclosed
Lot Features
Near Shopping
Near Train
Utilities
Electricity Connected
Natural Gas Connected
Gas
Natural Gas
Room details
4 rooms detailed
Bathroom
Stall Shower and Tub
Dining Room
Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
Separate Dining Area
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market18
Est. value$398,600
Est. rent$2,559/mo
Tax rate1.82%
Price/sqft$327
On marketMar 19, 2026
PostedMar 23, 2026
Last sold$357,430
MLS updatedApr 7, 2026
Tour days9
Views2,267
Favorites93
How are the schools in South Amboy?
2 schools rated nearby
Location
South Amboy, NJ, 08879
Price history
13 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 3, 2026Listed For Sale$375,000$327MoreMLS
Mar 30, 2026Contingent$375,000$327All Jersey MLS
Mar 30, 2026Pending Sale$375,000$327MoreMLS
Mar 19, 2026Listed For Sale$375,000$327MoreMLS
Aug 28, 2025Sold$357,430$312All Jersey MLS
May 9, 2025Contingent$299,900$261All Jersey MLS
May 3, 2025Listed For Sale$299,900$261All Jersey MLS
Jul 7, 2020Sold$215,000$187Public Record
May 13, 2020Pending Sale$220,000$192CENTURY 21 Charles Smith Agency, Inc.
Feb 27, 2020Listed For Sale$220,000$192CENTURY 21 Charles Smith Agency, Inc.
Feb 27, 2020Pending Sale$220,000$192CENTURY 21 Charles Smith Agency, Inc.
Oct 3, 2019Listed For Sale$220,000$192C21 CHARLES SMITH AGENCY, INC
Apr 24, 2006Sold$252,500$220Public Record
Listed For Sale$375,000
Apr 3, 2026•$327/sqft•MoreMLS
Contingent$375,000
Mar 30, 2026•$327/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Pending Sale$375,000
Mar 30, 2026•$327/sqft•MoreMLS
Listed For Sale$375,000
Mar 19, 2026•$327/sqft•MoreMLS
Sold$357,430
Aug 28, 2025•$312/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Contingent$299,900
May 9, 2025•$261/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Listed For Sale$299,900
May 3, 2025•$261/sqft•All Jersey MLS
Sold$215,000
Jul 7, 2020•$187/sqft•Public Record
Pending Sale$220,000
May 13, 2020•$192/sqft•CENTURY 21 Charles Smith Agency, Inc.
Listed For Sale$220,000
Feb 27, 2020•$192/sqft•CENTURY 21 Charles Smith Agency, Inc.
Pending Sale$220,000
Feb 27, 2020•$192/sqft•CENTURY 21 Charles Smith Agency, Inc.
Listed For Sale$220,000
Oct 3, 2019•$192/sqft•C21 CHARLES SMITH AGENCY, INC
Sold$252,500
Apr 24, 2006•$220/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2025$6,033$188,000
Apr 10, 2024$6,033$188,000
Apr 10, 2023$5,805$188,000
Apr 10, 2022$5,516$188,000
Apr 10, 2021$5,424$188,000
Apr 10, 2020$5,296$188,000
Apr 10, 2019$5,168$188,000
Apr 10, 2018$5,168$188,000
Apr 10, 2017$4,958$188,000
Apr 10, 2016$4,993$188,000
Apr 10, 2015$4,822$188,000
Apr 10, 2014$4,691$188,000
Apr 10, 2013$4,392$188,000
Apr 10, 2012$4,224$188,000
Apr 10, 2011$4,074$188,000
Apr 10, 2010$3,867$188,000
Apr 10, 2009$3,401$188,000
Apr 10, 2008—$188,000
Apr 10, 2007$10,748$188,000
Apr 10, 2006$8,656$188,000
Apr 10, 2005$7,745$188,000
Apr 10, 2004—$41,000
Apr 10, 2003—$41,000
Apr 10, 2002—$41,000
Apr 10, 2001—$41,000
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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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