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!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1942Year Built
$409Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by KANDICE ANTENUCCI• KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY
Chickentown, located between Downtown Perth Amboy and the Raritan Bay waterfront, is a historic and residential Perth Amboy neighborhood with a tight street grid and a working-port backdrop. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Smith Street near the Route 35 corridor, where corner storefronts, takeout counters, and auto-oriented shops set a brisk, everyday rhythm. Rows of older wood-frame and brick homes mix with small multifamily buildings, giving the blocks a lived-in architectural patchwork. Waterfront air and industrial silhouettes drift in from the bay-facing edges. Perth Amboy Ferry Slip and the Perth Amboy Waterfront Park frame local routines with boardwalk views and open lawns. The Perth Amboy Train Station links the area to regional rail lines.
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Offer insights
686 Colgate Ave · $380,000
$381K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $381K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
60 days
The average home goes pending in 70 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
101.1%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Blinds, drapes and existing shades
Fire alarm
Living room and dining room
Pets allowed
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Galley-style kitchen
Dishwasher
Electric range/oven
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Laundry facilities in full basement
Gas water heater
Flooring
Carpet
Wood
Laminate
Vinyl/linoleum
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Open and enclosed porches
Porch, deck and patio (deck partially enclosed)
Sidewalks
Storage shed
Yard
Level lot near shopping
Home design
1/2 duplex
Two levels
Exterior entry to basement
Parking
Driveway with concrete hard surface
Open parking
On-street parking
Spaces arranged 2 cars deep
Security
Fire alarm
Construction
Asphalt roof
Includes shed(s)
Building area listed as 928 total
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Natural gas
Electricity connected
Cable TV available / connected
HOA & community
Sidewalks in the community
Other
Service: garbage (extra charge)
Transaction type: sale
Electricity and solar
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Back on market! 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. 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.
CJMLS #2700857R
Sep 8, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 24, 2026
Price Changed
$380,000
$409/sq ft
Aug 18, 2026
Relisted
—
Aug 6, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 17, 2026
Listed
$390,000
$420/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,231 (+5.3%)
$87,300 + $77,300
$164,600
2024
$4,966 (+0.2%)
$87,300 + $77,300
$164,600
2023
$4,956 (+1.2%)
$87,300 + $77,300
$164,600
2022
$4,897 (−0.1%)
$87,300 + $77,300
$164,600
2021
$4,903
$87,300 + $77,300
$164,600
2020
$4,902 (−0.4%)
$87,300 + $77,300
$164,600
2019
$4,920 (+0.9%)
$87,300 + $77,300
$164,600
2018
$4,877 (+0.2%)
$87,300 + $77,300
$164,600
2017
$4,867 (+2.7%)
$87,300 + $77,300
$164,600
2016
$4,740 (−1.3%)
$87,300 + $77,300
$164,600
2014
$4,803 (+2.9%)
$87,300 + $77,300
$164,600
2013
$4,670 (−11.9%)
$87,300 + $77,300
$164,600
2011
$5,299 (+7.9%)
$117,300 + $82,300
$199,600
2010
$4,910 (+3.7%)
$117,300 + $82,300
$199,600
2009
$4,737
$117,300 + $82,300
$199,600
Public record
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
25 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
2,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
928
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
928
Year built
1942
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Middlesex County
APN
1600302 00045
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 6, 2026.
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 100° 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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 2% for direct sun exposure in Perth Amboy. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 686 Colgate Ave
$376,492
$3,508 under list price of $380K
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