Welcome to this cozy 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial, full of warmth, character, and endless potential in the heart of Perth Amboy. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer or simply looking for a place to make your own, this home offers a wonderful opportunity to create a space that reflects your style while enjoying the convenience of city living. The main level features a welcoming foyer, a bright living room, a formal dining room perfect for gatherings, and a spacious eat-in kitchen. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a full bath, providing comfortable living space for family, guests, or a home office. Outside, enjoy a private backyard with a storage shed, offering room for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing outdoors. Ideally located close to shopping, restaurants, parks, schools, public transportation, the train station, and major highways. With solid bones, timeless charm, and plenty of opportunity to add your personal touch, this is a home where your vision can truly come to life. Don't miss the chance to make it your ownschedule your private showing today!
For sale
$435,000
531 Penn St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
3beds
1,416sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
2,500 Square Feet Lot
$439,600 Zestimate®
$307/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious eat-in kitchenThree generously sized bedroomsWelcoming foyer
- 29 days |
- 749 |
- 22 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
PIOTR SUDAL,
EXP REALTY, LLC 866-201-6210
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2770045M
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower and Tub
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Separate Dining Area
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Radiators-Hot Water
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Blinds, Dining Room, Bath Half, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, None
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Full, Storage Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,416
- Total interior livable area: 1,416 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Sidewalk, Storage Shed
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X100
- Features: Level, Near Public Transit, Near Shopping, Near Train
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1600212000000025
- Zoning: R-25
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
Location
- Region: Perth Amboy
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $307/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $183,300
- Annual tax amount: $5,825
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$439,600
$418,000 - $462,000
$3,058/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $435,000$307/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2770045M Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,530 | $183,300 |
| 2024 | $5,530 +0.2% | $183,300 |
| 2023 | $5,519 +1.2% | $183,300 |
| 2022 | $5,453 -0.1% | $183,300 |
| 2021 | $5,461 +0% | $183,300 |
| 2020 | $5,459 +0.5% | $183,300 |
| 2019 | $5,431 | $183,300 |
| 2018 | $5,431 +2.9% | $183,300 |
| 2017 | $5,279 -0.7% | $183,300 |
| 2016 | $5,316 -0.6% | $183,300 |
| 2015 | $5,349 +2.9% | $183,300 |
| 2014 | $5,200 -11.9% | $183,300 |
| 2013 | $5,904 +0.9% | $183,300 -16.8% |
| 2012 | $5,849 +7.9% | $220,300 |
| 2011 | $5,419 +3.7% | $220,300 |
| 2010 | $5,228 +9% | $220,300 |
| 2009 | $4,796 | $220,300 |
| 2008 | -- | $220,300 |
| 2007 | $7,826 +1.2% | $220,300 +144.2% |
| 2006 | $7,731 +1.3% | $90,200 |
| 2005 | $7,629 +899.9% | $90,200 |
| 2004 | $763 | $90,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $90,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $90,200 |
| 2001 | -- | $90,200 |
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Neighborhood: Amboy Avenue
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Anthony V Ceres SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Mc Ginnis Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 1/10Perth Amboy High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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