Charming and beautifully maintained, zoned as a single-family home, cozy and light-filled, it is nestled on a dead-end street, offering the perfect blend of space and functionality. Ideal for multigenerational living, the property features a thoughtfully designed layout with a separate side entrance leading to a private living area. The main section of the home is spacious and welcoming, featuring three generously sized bedrooms, a full bath on the first floor, and a convenient half bath on the second level. The separate living area is perfect for extended family or guests. It includes a comfortable living space on the main floor, and a private bedroom and full bathroom on the second floor. Two finished basements! Perfect location for NYC commuters. Outdoor living is just as inviting with a side deck, perfect for entertaining or relaxing, a small pond, and a fire pit area ready for evening gatherings. Long driveway with ample parking and a one-car garage. Location is everything, and this home delivers: Just minutes from Route 35, Route 9, and the Garden State Parkway make commuting a breeze. South Amboy offers direct train, bus, and in-town ferry service to Manhattan. Spend weekends visiting the scenic Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, or enjoy the charm of South Amboy's downtown. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a spacious, flexible property in a prime location!
Sold for $525,000
$525,000
243 Elm St, South Amboy, NJ 08879
4beds
1,656sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$532,900 Zestimate®
$317/sqft
$3,693 Estimated rent
Home value
$532,900
$485,000 - $586,000
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Finished basementsThoughtfully designed layoutSeparate side entranceSide deckSmall pondGenerously sized bedroomsDead-end street
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HELEN STEPANYAN,
KELLER WILLIAMS WEST MONMOUTH 732-536-9010
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2602981R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Dining room
- Features: Living Dining Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Eat-in Kitchen
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Baseboard, Radiant
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Self Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Blinds, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Kitchen Second, Bath Full, Dining Room, Family Room, 4 Bedrooms, Bath Half, None
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum, Wood
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Partially Finished, Finished, Storage Space, Interior Entry, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,656
- Total interior livable area: 1,656 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, Concrete, 3 Cars Deep, Garage, Attached, Built-In Garage, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Deck, Patio, Storage Shed
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100.00 x 50.00
- Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Near Public Transit
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 2000131000000002
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: South Amboy
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $317/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $259,900
- Annual tax amount: $8,340
- Date on market: 8/21/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 | Sold | $525,000-1.9%$317/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2602981R Report a problem | ||
| 10/6/2025 | Contingent | $535,000$323/sqft |
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| 10/6/2025 | Pending sale | $535,000$323/sqft |
Source:  MoreMLS #22525318 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2025 | Price change | $535,000-2.6%$323/sqft |
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| 8/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $549,000+37.3%$332/sqft |
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| 10/21/2022 | Sold | $400,000+0%$242/sqft |
Source: All Jersey MLS #2300751R Report a problem | ||
| 8/26/2022 | Contingent | $399,900$241/sqft |
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| 8/26/2022 | Pending sale | $399,900$241/sqft |
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| 7/20/2022 | Contingent | $399,900$241/sqft |
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| 7/15/2022 | Listed for sale | $399,900+21.2%$241/sqft |
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| 7/4/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/3/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,800+44%$1/sqft |
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| 11/29/2020 | Listing removed | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 11/25/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 8/24/2018 | Listing removed | $329,900$199/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Charles Smith Agency, Inc. #1903082 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2018 | Listed for sale | $329,900$199/sqft |
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| 12/21/2017 | Listing removed | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 11/9/2017 | Listed for rent | $1,250+19%$1/sqft |
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| 5/30/2014 | Listing removed | $1,050$1/sqft |
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| 5/27/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,050$1/sqft |
Source: TheRealEstate Classified Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,340 | $259,900 |
| 2024 | $8,340 +3.9% | $259,900 |
| 2023 | $8,026 +5.2% | $259,900 |
| 2022 | $7,625 +1.7% | $259,900 |
| 2021 | $7,498 | $259,900 |
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Neighborhood: 08879
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- 5/10South Amboy Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10South Amboy High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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