Welcome home to this bright and inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath half-duplex in the desirable town of Perth Amboy. A new front porch/deck welcomes you into an open living and dining area ideal for entertaining. The galley kitchen has plenty of cabinet space and countertop for cooking/ pantry for extra storage. Kitchen opens to a fenced backyard perfect for summer BBQs and safe outdoor play.The full basement is full of endless possibilities for your family. 2nd floor has 2 Generously sized bedrooms and a newer full bath. Brand New Roof, HWH 1.5 years old/ Gas hookup for stove/seller preferred electric cooking.Hardwood is under all carpet!! Located on a quiet street in the heart of town, this home is close to shopping, dining, waterfront sunsets, major highways, and commuter depots with easy access to NYC. A Must See!!
Under contract
Price cut: $10K (8/24)
$380,000
686 Colgate Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
2beds
928sqft
Half Duplex
Built in 1942
2,500 Square Feet Lot
$376,500 Zestimate®
$409/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Full basementBrand new roofPantry for extra storage
- 78 days
- 431
- 19
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
KANDICE ANTENUCCI 732-673-4808,
KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2700857R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Tub Shower
Dining room
- Features: Living Dining Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Galley Type
Basement
- Area: 410
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Blinds, Drapes-See Remarks, Firealarm, Shades-Existing, Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bath Full, None
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood, Laminate, Vinyl-Linoleum
- Windows: Blinds, Drapes, Shades-Existing
- Basement: Full, Daylight, Exterior Entry, Storage Space, Laundry Facilities
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 928
- Total interior livable area: 928 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete, 2 Cars Deep, Driveway, On Street, Hard Surface
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Patio, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Open Porch(es), Deck, Patio, Enclosed Porch(es), Sidewalk, Storage Shed, Yard
- Pool features: None
Lot
- Size: 2,500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100.00 x 25.00
- Features: Near Shopping, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 2116003020000000450000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: 1/2 Duplex, Colonial, Two Story
- Property subtype: Half Duplex
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1942
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable TV, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Security: Fire Alarm
Location
- Region: Perth Amboy
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $409/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $164,600
- Annual tax amount: $5,231
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$376,500
$358,000 - $395,000
$2,272/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/14/2026 | Pending sale | $380,000$409/sqft |
Source:  GSMLS #4041374 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2026 | Contingent | $380,000$409/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2700857R Report a problem | ||
| 8/24/2026 | Price change | $380,000-2.6%$409/sqft |
Source:  MoreMLS #22621251 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $390,000$420/sqft |
Source: MoreMLS #22621251 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,966 | $164,600 |
| 2024 | $4,966 +0.2% | $164,600 |
| 2023 | $4,956 +1.2% | $164,600 |
| 2022 | $4,897 -0.1% | $164,600 |
| 2021 | $4,903 +0% | $164,600 |
| 2020 | $4,902 +0.5% | $164,600 |
| 2019 | $4,877 +9% | $164,600 |
| 2018 | $4,476 -5.6% | $164,600 |
| 2017 | $4,740 -0.7% | $164,600 |
| 2016 | $4,773 -0.6% | $164,600 |
| 2015 | $4,803 +2.9% | $164,600 |
| 2014 | $4,670 -12.7% | $164,600 |
| 2013 | $5,349 +0.9% | $164,600 -17.5% |
| 2012 | $5,299 +7.9% | $199,600 |
| 2011 | $4,910 +3.7% | $199,600 |
| 2010 | $4,737 +9% | $199,600 |
| 2009 | $4,345 | $199,600 |
| 2008 | -- | $199,600 |
| 2007 | $7,436 +3% | $199,600 +132.9% |
| 2006 | $7,217 +1.3% | $85,700 +1.8% |
| 2005 | $7,122 +900% | $84,200 |
| 2004 | $712 | $84,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $84,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $84,200 |
| 2001 | -- | $84,200 |
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Neighborhood: Chickentown
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