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Off market may 2025 for $670K

$683,751

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,277/mo

Studio

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— ba

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2,332

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549-551 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

About this home

Well-Maintained Two-Family Home in Desirable Perth Amboy! Welcome to this fantastic income-generating opportunity in one of Perth Amboy's most sought-after neighborhoods! Whether you're looking for a smart investment, a multigenerational home, or a chance to live in one unit while renting the other, this property offers endless possibilities. First Floor: 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Second Floor: 4 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Bonus: Full-size attic and unfinished basement with potential for additional living space. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, schools, and transportation, this home offers both comfort and convenience. With its prime location and versatile layout, this is truly the best two-family property to hit the market in Perth Amboy! Don't waitthis one won't last! Schedule your private showing today!

Multi-familyProperty Type

1929Year Built

3,193 sq ftLot Size

$293Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by DAMARYS COVER • FOX & FOXX REALTY, LLC

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:CJMLS #2511421R

Redfin Estimate

$683,751

$14K since sold in May 2025$10K since October

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This home's estimate is 48.4% higher than the average sale price ($461K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 16, 2026
$530,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,440 sq ft
453 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$505,000
B
4 beds2 baths2,076 sq ft
532 Groom St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$550,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,444 sq ft
574 Hazel Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
SOLD JUL 14, 2026
$385,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths— sq ft
339 Lawrie St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
SOLD SEP 23, 2026
$410,000
E
2 beds1 bath1,040 sq ft
366 Jeffries St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
SOLD JUL 20, 2026
$385,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,305 sq ft
592 Harding Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

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Market trends in 08861, NJ

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

102.9%

+1.3% MoM

Median sale price

$492K

$15K MoM

Avg. days on market

95d

6 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

New listings for sale

COMING SOON
$490,000
3 beds1 bath1,237 sq ft
299 Paderewski Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
38 Emmett Ave, Hopelawn, NJ 08861-2218
$430,000
3 beds1 bath— sq ft
38 Emmett Ave, Hopelawn, NJ 08861-2218
$249,777
2 beds1 bath— sq ft
536 Krochmally Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$489,900
4 beds3.5 baths2,094 sq ft
710 Harbortown Blvd #710, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$259,000
4 beds2.5 baths1,664 sq ft
223 Rector St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
221 State St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861-4308
$675,000
6 beds2 baths2,126 sq ft
221 State St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861-4308
$525,900
3 beds1.5 baths1,242 sq ft
698 Vincent Pl, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$650,000
7 beds3 baths2,998 sq ft
234 Hall Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$650,000
6 beds2 baths1,736 sq ft
354 Kirkland Pl, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$500,000
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
724 Columbus Cir, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861-2310
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Sale history for 549-551 Compton Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$10,135 (+5.3%)

$114,600 + $222,300

$336,900

2024

$9,621 (+0.2%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2023

$9,602 (+1.2%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2022

$9,487 (−0.1%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2021

$9,500

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2020

$9,497 (−0.4%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2019

$9,532 (+0.9%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2018

$9,449 (+0.2%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2017

$9,430 (+2.7%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2016

$9,184 (−1.3%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2014

$9,305 (+2.8%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2013

$9,047 (−5.8%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2011

$9,608 (+7.9%)

$144,600 + $217,300

$361,900

2010

$8,903 (+3.7%)

$144,600 + $217,300

$361,900

2009

$8,588

$144,600 + $217,300

$361,900

Tax history for 549-551 Compton Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$10,135 (+5.3%)

$114,600 + $222,300

$336,900

2024

$9,621 (+0.2%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2023

$9,602 (+1.2%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2022

$9,487 (−0.1%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2021

$9,500

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2020

$9,497 (−0.4%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2019

$9,532 (+0.9%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2018

$9,449 (+0.2%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2017

$9,430 (+2.7%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2016

$9,184 (−1.3%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2014

$9,305 (+2.8%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2013

$9,047 (−5.8%)

$114,600 + $204,300

$318,900

2011

$9,608 (+7.9%)

$144,600 + $217,300

$361,900

2010

$8,903 (+3.7%)

$144,600 + $217,300

$361,900

2009

$8,588

$144,600 + $217,300

$361,900

*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

Lot width

31 ft.

Lot depth

103 ft.

Lot size

3,193 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,332

Year built

1929

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Middlesex County

APN

1600196 00027

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Has Garage
Parking Features: Garage, Detached, On Street

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 0
# of Bathrooms (1/2): 0

Basement Information
Basement: Full, Bath Half, Exterior Entry, Storage Space, Interior Entry, Utility Room, Workshop, Laundry Facilities

Room Information
# of Rooms: 13

Interior Features
Stories Total: 2
Window Features: Blinds
Interior Features: 3 Bedrooms, Kitchen, 4 Bedrooms, Kitchen

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Porch(es) - Open, Blinds, Porch
Patio And Porch Features: Porch(es) - Open, Porch
Roof: Asphalt

Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.0733
Lot Size Dimensions: 103.00 x 31.00
Lot Size Area: 0.0733
Lot Features: Easements/Right of Way

Land Information
Water Source: Public

Property Information
Accessibility Features: Unit 1 Accessibility Features
Appliances: Water Heater

Building Information
Building Area Total: 2,332

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: $9,602

Utilities

Utility Information
# of Separate Electric Meters: 2
Gas: Natural Gas,Oil
# of Separate Gas Meters: 2
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
# of Separate Water Meters: 1

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), A/C Window Unit(s), Unit 2(A/C Unit)
Heating: Radiators-Steam, See Remarks
# Heat Systems: 2

Location

Other Fee Information
Other Municipal Charges: 0

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 2,332
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,193 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1929
Year Renovated: —
County: Middlesex County
APN: 1600196 00027

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 6, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Age: 0
Service: Garbage Included In Tax
Trans Type: Sellers/Landlords Agent/Disclosed Dual Agent
Transaction Type: Sale

Around this home

Schools

James J. Flynn Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

3/10

Samuel E Shull Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi

5/10

Perth Amboy High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

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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Historical weather

Perth Amboy, NJ • 08861

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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 4.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$650,000 – $787,000

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Home values near 549-551 Compton Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
558 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$441,678
537 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$482,691

Address	Redfin Estimate
535 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$408,644
541 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 1616 Sq. Ft.	$444,927

Address	Redfin Estimate
539 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 1296 Sq. Ft.	$426,858
561 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ - Beds \| - Baths \| 1224 Sq. Ft.	$390,195

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