Sold on jun 2026

$457,000

•

1,444

sq ft

285 Water St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

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About this home

Welcome to this meticulously maintained, sun-filled attached home located just moments from the vibrant Perth Amboy Waterfront. This rare end-unit stands out not only for its mint condition but for its exceptional parking, featuring two separate driveways plus a private garage a rare find for the area. The main level boasts an open-concept of a living and dining area with sliding glass doors that lead directly to a spacious, multi-level deck. The spacious kitchen offers tons of storage and and a breakfast bar. It's the perfect setup for indoor-outdoor hosting! Upstairs, find three generous bedrooms and a spa-like bath with a jacuzzi and stand-up shower. The ground floor offers a family room, office space, full bath and laundry area/utility room. With hardwood floors throughout, solar panels, BRAND NEW HEATING/COOLING SYSTEM and NO HOAS, this gem won't last!!!

Single-familyProperty Type

1969Year Built

2,431 sq ftLot Size

$316Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by CLARIBEL LOPEZ-ABREU • UNITED R.E. OF NORTH JERSEY

Redfin checked: 3 minutes ago

•Source:CJMLS #2609130R

Redfin Estimate

$663,070

$206K since sold in June 2026$149K since September

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This home's estimate is 7.2% higher than the average sale price ($619K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 4, 2026
$745,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,254 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 11, 2026
$515,000
B
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
611 Penn St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
SOLD JUL 10, 2026
$440,000
C
3 beds3 baths— sq ft
135 Brighton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
SOLD AUG 14, 2026
$530,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,562 sq ft
532 Hartford St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
SOLD JUN 9, 2026
$732,500
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,472 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 5, 2026
$750,000
F
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Market trends in 08861, NJ

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-List Price

101.6%

+0.3% MoM

Median sale price

$475K

$32K MoM

Avg. days on market

89d

4 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

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4 beds3.5 baths3,504 sq ft
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$699,000
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458 Lawrie St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$379,999
2 beds2 baths1,260 sq ft
358 Rector St #315, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$690,000
6 beds3 baths2,961 sq ft
385 Washington St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$299,000
3 beds2 baths1,404 sq ft
450 Mechanic St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 1PM
$450,000
3 beds2 baths1,412 sq ft
0-362-364 Alpine St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$499,999
4 beds2.5 baths1,468 sq ft
1085 Andrews Dr, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$699,999
4 beds3 baths— sq ft
147 James St, Hopelawn, NJ 08861
$450,000
4 beds4 baths— sq ft
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Rental estimate

Est. $2,775 per month, based on comparable rentals

Redfin agents who toured

Lovely three bedroom 2 1/2 bathroom one car garage attached home located in Perth Amboy. Finish basement with full bathroom. Three bedrooms on top level.
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Sale and tax history for 285 Water St

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

CJMLS #2609130R

Jun 5, 2026

Sold

$457,000

$316/sq ft

Feb 13, 2026

Contingent

—

Jan 6, 2026

Listed

$457,000

$316/sq ft

Public Records

Feb 11, 2022

Sold

$329,600

$228/sq ft

CJMLS #2206151R

Jan 31, 2022

Sold

$335,000

$232/sq ft

Dec 31, 2021

Delisted

—

Nov 3, 2021

Listed

$335,000

$232/sq ft

Oct 31, 2021

Coming Soon

$335,000

$232/sq ft

Lets welcome this spacious attached home, near the Perth Amboy Waterfront and major highways to this market. This 3 bedroom, possibly 4 bedroom end unit in mint condition features a family room, office, bathroom, garage, laundry/utility room on the ground floor. The main floor has a spacious Livingroom, dining room and kitchen. The 3rd floor has the main bathroom (jacuzzi and stand-up shower combination) and 3 generous sized bedrooms. Hardwood floors throughout; a beautiful cozy outdoor space featuring a multi-level deck, a BBQ area and much more. NO HOA FEES. This gem won't last!!!

Public Records

Aug 25, 2020

Sold

$238,000

$165/sq ft

CJMLS #2014914

Jul 24, 2020

Sold

$238,000

$165/sq ft

Apr 27, 2020

Delisted

—

Apr 16, 2020

Listed

$229,900

$159/sq ft

+20

Location, Location, Location! Great opportunity for investors or owner occupants. This 3 Bed/1.5 Bath End Unit features an Eat-in-Kitchen, Formal Dining Room and Living Room on main level with access to full deck overlooking semi-private backyard. Ground level offers Recreation/Family room, half bath & storage room. Tons of storage options with sheds in rear. Attached 1 car garage and plenty of off-street parking. 1 block to Ferry, Water St Restaurants, NJT Bus/Train. Close proximity to all major highways including RT 35/1/9/440/287, NJTPK & GSP. Sold AS IS. Seller can not and will not make repairs.

Public Records

Jun 4, 1991

Sold

$99,000

$69/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,681 (+5.3%)

$115,100 + $126,600

$241,700

2024

$7,292 (+0.2%)

$115,100 + $126,600

$241,700

2023

$7,278 (+8.7%)

$115,100 + $126,600

$241,700

2022

$6,694 (−0.1%)

$115,100 + $126,600

$241,700

2021

$6,703

$115,100 + $109,900

$225,000

2020

$6,701 (−0.4%)

$115,100 + $109,900

$225,000

2019

$6,725 (+0.9%)

$115,100 + $109,900

$225,000

2018

$6,667 (+0.2%)

$153,500 + $71,500

$225,000

2017

$6,653 (+2.7%)

$153,500 + $71,500

$225,000

2016

$6,480 (−1.3%)

$153,500 + $71,500

$225,000

2014

$6,565 (−3.3%)

$153,500 + $71,500

$225,000

2013

$6,786 (−9.2%)

$153,500 + $71,500

$225,000

2011

$7,471 (+7.9%)

$153,500 + $85,700

$239,200

2010

$6,922 (+3.7%)

$153,500 + $127,900

$281,400

2009

$6,678

$153,500 + $127,900

$281,400

Public record

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

Lot width

30 ft.

Lot depth

81 ft.

Lot size

2,431 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,444

Year built

1969

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1600054 00019 01

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 18, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
Has Open Parking
Parking Features: 1 Car Width, Concrete, Garage, Attached, Parking Pad, Driveway, See Remarks

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 1

Dining Room Information
Dining Room: Yes
Dining Room Features: Living Dining Combo

Kitchen Information
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Bar, Pantry, Separate Dining Area

Basement Information
Basement: Finished, Bath Full, Exterior Entry

Room Information
# of Rooms: 8

Interior Features
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood, See Remarks
Stories Total: 2
Interior Features: Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Other Room(s), Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, None, Library/Office, Family Room, Additional Bath

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof: See Remarks
Has Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Waterfront

Pool Information
Has Spa
Spa Features: Bath

Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.0558
Lot Size Dimensions: 81.00 x 0.00
Lot Size Area: 0.0558
Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Waterfront, Waterview

Land Information
Water Source: Public

Property Information
Has Property Attached: No
Appliances: Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, See Remarks, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Restrictions YN: false

Building Information
Building Area Total: 1,444
Levels: Two, Ground Floor

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: $7,292

Utilities

Utility Information
Gas: Natural Gas
Power Production Type: Photovoltaics
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Underground Utilities

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,444
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 2,431 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1969
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1600054 00019 01

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 18, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Age: 0
Service: Garbage Included In Tax
Transaction Type: Sale

Around this home

Schools

Robert N Wilentz Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

4/10

Mc Ginnis Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi

4/10

Perth Amboy High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi

1/10

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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 97° 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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$630,000 – $763,000

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Home values near 285 Water St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
272 Water St, Perth Amboy, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 1946 Sq. Ft.	$558,266
280 Water St, Perth Amboy, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 1514 Sq. Ft.	$481,591

Address	Redfin Estimate
288 Water St, Perth Amboy, NJ 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$494,044
278 Water St, Perth Amboy, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 1542 Sq. Ft.	$494,384

Address	Redfin Estimate
290 Water St, Perth Amboy, NJ 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1494 Sq. Ft.	$563,722
282 Water St, Perth Amboy, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 1442 Sq. Ft.	$462,540

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