Fantastic opportunity to own a 2-family home in the ''City by the Bay,'' perfect for generating rental income. You can rent out both units or live in one and rent the other. The first level features 2 bedrooms, a full bath, a spacious living room, a dining room, and a versatile front room. The second level offers 3 bedrooms, a full bath, a large living room, a dining room, and another multi-use front room. A full basement with exterior access leads to the backyard. The home has seen major updates, including a new roof, siding, windows, and furnace, while the hardwood flooring and original woodwork preserve its architectural charm. With easy access to NYC via train or bus and proximity to major routes, this property offers both convenience and comfort. Enjoy nearby attractions like More... Harborside Marina, Bayview Park, and the Raritan Yacht Club. Don't miss this great investment opportunity!
Multi-familyProperty Type
1890Year Built
3,751 sq ftLot Size
$260Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by ROSLYN SIBILIA• ERA CENTRAL REALTY GROUP
Fantastic opportunity to own a 2-family home in the ''City by the Bay,'' perfect for generating rental income. You can rent out both units or live in one and rent the other. The first level features 2 bedrooms, a full bath, a spacious living room, a dining room, and a versatile front room. The second level offers 3 bedrooms, a full bath, a large living room, a dining room, and another multi-use front room. A full basement with exterior access leads to the backyard. The home has seen major updates, including a new roof, siding, windows, and furnace, while the hardwood flooring and original woodwork preserve its architectural charm. With easy access to NYC via train or bus and proximity to major routes, this property offers both convenience and comfort. Enjoy nearby attractions like Harborside Marina, Bayview Park, and the Raritan Yacht Club. Don't miss this great investment opportunity!
CJMLS #2503740R
Apr 23, 2025
Sold
$550,000
$233/sq ft
Sep 15, 2024
Listed
$490,000
$208/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 24, 1991
Sold
$113,500
$48/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,441 (+5.3%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2024
$8,013 (+0.2%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2023
$7,997 (+1.2%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2022
$7,902 (−0.1%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2021
$7,912
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2020
$7,910 (−0.4%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2019
$7,939 (+0.9%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2018
$7,870 (+0.2%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2017
$7,854 (+2.7%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2016
$7,649 (−1.3%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2014
$7,750 (+2.9%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2013
$7,535 (−5.0%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2011
$7,933 (+7.9%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2010
$7,350 (+3.7%)
$120,800 + $178,000
$298,800
2009
$7,091
$120,800 + $178,000
$298,800
Tax history for 179 State St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,441 (+5.3%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2024
$8,013 (+0.2%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2023
$7,997 (+1.2%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2022
$7,902 (−0.1%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2021
$7,912
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2020
$7,910 (−0.4%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2019
$7,939 (+0.9%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2018
$7,870 (+0.2%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2017
$7,854 (+2.7%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2016
$7,649 (−1.3%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2014
$7,750 (+2.9%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2013
$7,535 (−5.0%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2011
$7,933 (+7.9%)
$87,600 + $178,000
$265,600
2010
$7,350 (+3.7%)
$120,800 + $178,000
$298,800
2009
$7,091
$120,800 + $178,000
$298,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
25 ft.
Lot depth
150 ft.
Lot size
3,751 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,360
Year built
1890
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1600031 00017
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
Parking Features: On Street
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 0
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 0
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Exterior Entry, Interior Entry
Room Information
# of Rooms: 13
Interior Features
Flooring: Unit 1 Carpet, Unit 2 Carpet
Stories Total: 2
Window Features: Blinds
Interior Features: 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Living Room, See Remarks, 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, See Remarks
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Blinds
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.0861
Lot Size Dimensions: 150.00 x 0.00
Lot Size Area: 0.0861
Lot Features: Level
Land Information
Water Source: Public
Property Information
Appliances: Water Heater(Gas), Water Heater, Unit 1(Range/Oven), Unit 2(Range/Oven)
Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,360
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $7,997
Utilities
Utility Information
# of Separate Electric Meters: 2
Gas: Natural Gas
# of Separate Gas Meters: 2
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
# of Separate Water Meters: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Radiators-Hot Water
# Heat Systems: 2
Location
Other Fee Information
Other Municipal Charges: 0
Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,360
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,751 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1890
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1600031 00017
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Age: 0
Service: Garbage-Extra Charge,Garbage Included In Tax
Trans Type: Sellers/Landlords Agent/Disclosed Dual Agent
Transaction Type: Sale
Around this home
Schools
Robert N Wilentz Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Mc Ginnis Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
4/10
Perth Amboy High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
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Perth Amboy, NJ • 08861
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in
June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$583,000 – $706,000
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