For sale

$499,000

453 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

3beds

1,440sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1929

2,574 Square Feet Lot

$510,600 Zestimate^®

$347/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Finished basementGenerous space throughoutFlexible layout

Welcome to this spacious and well-maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offering 3 full floors of living space at an amazing value! This property features a finished basement plus a finished attic with 2 bonus rooms perfect for a home office, recreation area, gym, guest space, or extra storage. Enjoy endless possibilities with the flexible layout and generous space throughout. Conveniently located near hospitals, shopping centers, restaurants, schools, and major transportation. A great opportunity for buyers looking for space, comfort, and value all in one!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Bathroom

Features: Tub Shower

Dining room

Features: Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

Features: Separate Dining Area

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Radiant

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Gas Range/Oven, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Range, Gas Water Heater

Features

Kitchen, Living Room, Storage, Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Den
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Basement: Finished, Bath Full, Daylight, Den, Recreation Room, Storage Space
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,440
Total interior livable area: 1,440 sqft

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: 3 Cars Deep, Garage, Detached
Garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: Three Or More
Stories: 3
Patio & porch: Porch, Enclosed
Exterior features: Open Porch(es), Enclosed Porch(es)

Lot

Size: 2,574 Square Feet
Dimensions: 103.00 x 0.00
Features: See Remarks

Details

Parcel number: 1600203000000035
Zoning: R-25

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Roof: See Remarks

Condition

Year built: 1929

Utilities & green energy

Gas: Natural Gas
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: See Remarks

Community & HOA

Location

Region: Perth Amboy

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $347/sqft
Tax assessed value: $213,800
Annual tax amount: $6,450
Date on market: 5/29/2026
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$510,600

$485,000 - $536,000

$2,738/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
5/29/2026	Listed for sale	$499,000+232.7%$347/sqft
Source: All Jersey MLS #2616625R Report a problem
4/16/2010	Sold	$150,000-40%$104/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
7/11/2009	Listing removed	$249,800$173/sqft
Source: Weichert Realtors #914261 Report a problem
6/28/2009	Listed for sale	$249,800-0.1%$173/sqft
Source: Weichert Realtors #914261 Report a problem
11/3/2005	Sold	$250,000$174/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$6,450	$213,800
2024	$6,450 +0.2%	$213,800
2023	$6,438 +1.2%	$213,800
2022	$6,361 -0.1%	$213,800
2021	$6,369 +0%	$213,800
2020	$6,367 +0.5%	$213,800
2019	$6,335	$213,800
2018	$6,335 +2.9%	$213,800
2017	$6,157 -0.7%	$213,800
2016	$6,200 -0.6%	$213,800
2015	$6,239 +2.9%	$213,800
2014	$6,066 -10.5%	$213,800
2013	$6,775 +0.9%	$213,800 -15.4%
2012	$6,712 +7.9%	$252,800
2011	$6,219 +3.7%	$252,800
2010	$5,999 +9%	$252,800
2009	$5,503	$252,800
2008	--	$252,800
2007	$8,633 +1.2%	$252,800 +154.1%
2006	$8,529 +1.3%	$99,500
2005	$8,416 +900%	$99,500
2004	$842	$99,500
2003	--	$99,500
2002	--	$99,500
2001	--	$99,500

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