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A diverse community and local businesses in Chickentown
In the bayside city of Perth Amboy, Chickentown is home to walkable streets and the city’s largest park, just west of Convery Boulevard. Less than 2 miles from the city center, the neighborhood is within minutes of the waterside parks of the Raritan River and the local businesses of downtown. Additionally, historic architecture is found throughout Downtown Perth Amboy, including the oldest City Hall in continuous use in the country, which dates back to 1717. “Chickentown is a large and diverse community,” says Muhammad Limene, owner of All Brands Furniture, which has been a neighborhood staple for over 17 years. “Every day I interact with people from a wide variety of backgrounds. It’s a very welcoming area and our diversity is seen in the range of cuisines and shops in town. We don’t plan on moving anytime soon.”
The walkable downtown scene is filled with more cosmopolitan options,
Perth Amboy’s waterfront offers fishing and boating in the Raritan Bay about 3 miles away from Maurer, Perth Amboy, NJ.
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Quaint cottages and 20th-century architecture
The streets of Chickentown are lined with Cape Cods, bungalows, Colonial Revivals and workers cottages sitting close together on quaint lots. Most of the area’s houses were built between the 1920s and 1950s and have fenced-in back yards. “The southside of the community, away from the highway, has a quiet atmosphere,” Limene says. Noise levels increase as you get closer to the north and west sides of the area. Well-maintained sidewalks connect the community’s residential streets, and locals rely on a combination of driveway and street parking. Single-family homes range from $365,000 to $530,000, while two to three-bedroom townhouses can go for $265,000 to $400,000.
Cape Cod vibes in the heart of Chickentown, Perth Amboy, NJ-where coastal charm meets urban convenience.
Where simplicity meets charm-Perth Amboy's Chickentown bungalows offer a cozy retreat from the hustle and bustle.
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Career-based learning at Perth Amboy Public Schools
Locals may attend Middlesex County STEM Charter School, which serves kindergarten through fifth-grade students and earns a C-minus grade from Niche. Samuel E. Shull Middle School also receives a C-minus and offers a variety of fine arts and media and technology courses. The C-plus-rated Perth Amboy High School has three career-focused academies — Creative Arts, Digital Media and Health Sciences. The academies place an emphasis on hands-on learning with the goal to prepare students for life after high school in their field of interest. Perth Amboy High also has over 40 extracurricular offerings, from Anime Art Club and the student-run newspaper to Odessey of the Mind and Future Educators Club.
Middlesex County STEM Charter School, which serves kindergarten through fifth-grade students and earns a C-minus grade from Niche.
Welcome to Samuel E. Shull Middle School in Perth Amboy, NJ.
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Recreation areas in Perth Amboy
The 7-acre Washington Park is the largest park in the city, with a playground, paved walking trails, a skate park and facilities for baseball and basketball. Willow Pond Park is a short drive north and has baseball diamonds, a soccer field, a playground and fishing pond. The Sadowski Parkway Waterfront Park is adjacent to Downtown Perth Amboy and is home to a sandy riverside beach, tennis courts and a popular fishing pier.
Washington Park in Perth Amboy offers a vibrant mix of recreational activities for all ages, from skateboarding to leisurely walks.
State Street's scenic Sadowski Park offers a relaxing beach and a convenient pier for enjoying the beautiful waterfront.
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New Jersey Transit and rail lines to Newark
New Jersey Transit operates the local bus routes, with nearby stops along New Brunswick Avenue and Convery Boulevard. The New Jersey Coast Line has a station downtown and spans roughly 20 miles north to Newark. Interstate 95 lies just north of Chickentown and can take drivers north to Newark or southwest to Philadelphia.
New Jersey Transit operates the local bus routes, with nearby stops along New Brunswick Avenue and Convery Boulevard.
The train station in Downtown Perth Amboy is a boon for commuters.
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Dominican cuisine and local eateries
The neighborhood is home to a small selection of local eateries and fast-food restaurants, including Blue Habanero, which serves authentic Mexican fare in an easy-going atmosphere. “It’s easy to find parking for shopping on this side of town,” Limene says. “You don’t have to deal with the traffic that you can find in Downtown Perth Amboy.” Most locals take the short drive downtown for eating out and shopping, with dozens of businesses lining Smith and State streets. The city is known for its traditional Dominican cuisine, with local favorites including Don Manuel and Mi Tierra. In the summer months, Bayside Creamery is a popular spot for an afternoon treat. Clothing boutiques, thrift stores and furniture shops can also be found along Smith Street. Shoppers can swing by Shop Rite, Walmart or ALDI for groceries.
Blue Habanero is spicing up Chickentown with authentic Mexican flavors, one bite at a time.
There’s also a ShopRite less than a mile west of the Maurer neighborhood in Perth Amboy, NJ for all your food shopping needs.
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Parks in this Area
Washington Park
Patten Center Park
Francis Street Park
Lucey Park
Transit
Airport
Newark Liberty International
28 min drive
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New Brunswick Ave & Lee St
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Convery Blvd & Brace Ave
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New Brunswick Ave & Colgate Ave
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Convery Blvd & Harrington St
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New Brunswick Ave & Lawrie St
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New Brunswick Ave & Mckeon St
Chickentown Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Chickentown, Perth Amboy sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Chickentown, Perth Amboy over the last 12 months is $399,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,403
Median Age
40
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,197
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,532
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
76.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2%
% Population in Labor Force
57.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
71/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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