Welcome to this versatile 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home located in the heart of desirable South Amboy. Perfect for first-time buyers, savvy investors, or anyone looking to customize their dream home, this property offers a solid foundation paired with key high-value upgrades, including a brand-new roof for complete peace of mind and stylish new vinyl flooring. Inside, light-filled rooms with neutral tones and classic charm create a warm, inviting canvas ready for your personal decor, while the flexible bedroom layouts easily adapt for a home office, guest space, or creative needs. The true highlight of the property is the outdoor living space, featuring an oversized rear deck that is tailor-made for entertaining with room for a full lounge set, fire pit, and grill, all overlooking a deep, fully fenced backyard. This residence combines major turn-key updates with immense upside potential. Ideally situated for commuters and outdoor enthusiasts alike, South Amboy provides an effortless connection to New York City via the NJ Transit train line and the local ferry terminal offering scenic direct service to Manhattan. Residents enjoy immediate access to major routes including the Garden State Parkway, Route 9, and Route 35, making regional travel seamless. Beyond the easy commute, you are just minutes away from the vibrant downtown district filled with local shops and dining, as well as the beautiful Raritan Bay Waterfront Park with its walking trails and water views.
For sale
$499,900
520 Henry St, South Amboy, NJ 08879
3beds
1,646sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$557,900 Zestimate®
$304/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Flexible bedroom layoutsClassic charmLight-filled roomsStylish new vinyl flooringNeutral tonesDeep fully fenced backyardBrand-new roof
- 8 days
- 674
- 21
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
PETER GIRGIS 732-921-0769,
KELLER WILLIAMS REAL ESTATE GR
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2706273R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Eat-in Kitchen
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiant
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Range, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, None
- Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl-Linoleum
- Basement: Full, None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,646
- Total interior livable area: 1,646 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Barbecue, Deck, Storage Shed
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100.00 x 0.00
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 2000073000000018
- Zoning: RA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial, Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Oil
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, See Remarks, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: South Amboy
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $304/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $233,600
- Annual tax amount: $7,515
- Date on market: 10/14/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$557,900
$519,000 - $603,000
$3,116/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,900+29.8%$304/sqft |
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| 10/5/2026 | Listing removed | $3,200$2/sqft |
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| 6/24/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,200$2/sqft |
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| 6/11/2026 | Listing removed | $3,200$2/sqft |
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| 4/24/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,200$2/sqft |
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| 3/26/2026 | Sold | $385,000-1.3%$234/sqft |
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| 3/4/2026 | Contingent | $390,000$237/sqft |
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| 1/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $390,000$237/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,496 | $233,600 |
| 2024 | $7,496 +3.9% | $233,600 |
| 2023 | $7,214 +5.2% | $233,600 |
| 2022 | $6,854 +1.7% | $233,600 |
| 2021 | $6,739 +2.4% | $233,600 |
| 2020 | $6,581 +2.5% | $233,600 |
| 2019 | $6,422 | $233,600 |
| 2018 | $6,422 +4.2% | $233,600 |
| 2017 | $6,160 -0.7% | $233,600 |
| 2016 | $6,204 +3.5% | $233,600 |
| 2015 | $5,992 +2.8% | $233,600 |
| 2014 | $5,828 +6.8% | $233,600 |
| 2013 | $5,457 +4% | $233,600 |
| 2012 | $5,249 +3.7% | $233,600 |
| 2011 | $5,062 +5.3% | $233,600 |
| 2010 | $4,805 +13.7% | $233,600 |
| 2009 | $4,226 | $233,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $233,600 |
| 2007 | $13,355 -4.3% | $233,600 |
| 2006 | $13,956 +11.8% | $233,600 |
| 2005 | $12,486 | $233,600 +253.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $66,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $66,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $66,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $66,100 |
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