Downtown Perth Amboy
Neighborhood in Perth Amboy, New Jersey
Middlesex County 08861
Detached homes average around $300,000
Rental properties make up over 90% of available housing in Downtown Perth Amboy. There are a limited number of single- and multifamily homes. Many were built in the early 1900s with Victorian or national designs, and the homes are tightly packed together. Properties feature limited to no yard space, and residents have to park in the street. Homes infrequently go on the market, with less than 10 sales over the last five years, and they have an average estimated value of about $300,000.
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Waterfront walkway, marina with bay access
With its coastal location, recreation on the water is a common pastime in the city. Just east of downtown, there’s a waterfront walkway that goes past the Perth Amboy Harborside Marina, where locals dock their boats or launch out onto the Raritan Bay. A half mile south, Sadowski Parkway Waterfront Park has a sandy coastline, and the High Street Municipal Pier is a popular fishing spot.
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Communications and health sciences academies at Perth Amboy High
Students may start at Anthony V. Ceres Elementary, which gets a C-minus from Niche, before going to McGinnis Middle, which also has a C-minus. Perth Amboy High receives a C-plus and offers specialized communications and health sciences academies.
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Close to renovated train station, Garden State Parkway
Downtown Perth Amboy’s wide sidewalks, compact design and proximity to shops make it easy for residents to walk to their destinations, like one of the many churches nearby. The Perth Amboy Station is west of downtown, running from the Jersey Shore to Penn Station in Manhattan. “The train station is actually being redone,” Flores says. “The city received a grant, and they’ve already broken ground.” Renovations to the station are expected to be completed by summer 2025. Anyone commuting by car can take Outerbridge Crossing to Staten Island or Garden State Parkway to South Jersey. HMH Raritan Bay Medical Center, the closest hospital, is just a mile west. Newark Liberty International Airport is 14 miles north.Shopping and dining along Smith Street
Chain stores, local shops and restaurants line downtown’s Smith Street. Quisqueya Meat Market & Grocery has fresh produce and pre-packaged goods. For larger grocery runs, Supremo Food Market is on King Street. “There are so many eateries that people aren’t aware of,” says Yolanda Flores, a Realtor with Keller Williams by the Bay, who’s been selling homes in the area since 2014. “If you’re looking for little Latin spots to eat at, we have several.” Don Manuel, Mi Tierra, Cuban Cafe and La Hacienda Restaurant are some of the more popular options. Just east of downtown is The Armory, an upscale seafood restaurant along the waterfront.
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Logan Soter-Reardon
Photography Contributed By
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Felix Santana
Felix Santana
J.J. Elek Realty, Inc.
(848) 212-8610
81 Total Sales
3 in Downtown Perth Amboy
$2K - $6K Price Range
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Chris Lane
Chris Lane
Compass New Jersey, LLC-Montclair
(862) 343-8179
211 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Perth Amboy
$1,500,000 Price
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Enrique Hernandez
Enrique Hernandez
Petra Best Realty LLC
(848) 281-0583
143 Total Sales
4 in Downtown Perth Amboy
$285K - $620K Price Range
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Jeff Burke
Jeff Burke
Century 21 Burke Realty
(848) 279-9315
63 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Perth Amboy
$108K - $2M Price Range
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Rhonda Beck-Edwards
Rhonda Beck-Edwards
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach - Holmdel
(848) 400-4863
98 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Perth Amboy
$485,000 Price Range
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Robert Durso
Robert Durso
RE/MAX Select
(848) 281-0430
218 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Perth Amboy
$300,000 Price
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Parks in this Area
Sadowski Park
High Street Municipal Fishing Pier
Harborside Marina
Transit
Airport
Newark Liberty International
30 min drive
Train
Perth Amboy
Bus
Smith St & State St
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Smith St & New Brunswick Ave
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Smith St & Madison Ave
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Rail Station, Smith St & Maple St
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Market St & Madison Ave
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Market St & Maple St
Downtown Perth Amboy Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$399,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$399,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$252
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
14
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1909
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$1,500,000
- 2 Baths
- 7,072 Sq Ft
- 303 Maple St
- Unit 309
- New 30 days ago
Seize a rare investment opportunity at 303-309 Maple St, a 5-unit mixed-use building located in the heart of downtown Perth Amboy and in an Opportunity Zone. This property offers a perfect blend of stable commercial income and spacious residential units, ideal for investors seeking returns in a vibrant urban setting. Key Features: Three commercial units with stable, long-term leases,
Peter Tverdov TVERDOV HOUSING
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$399,900
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,584 Sq Ft
- 110 Jefferson St
110 Jefferson Ave is a townhouse located in the City of Perth Amboy, Middlesex County NJ. This property has three floors and 1,584 SF of living space. Level 1: Den or possible 3rd bedroom Level 2: Living room, eat-in kitchen and half bath. Level 3: Two bedrooms and full bath. Private driveway, each bedroom has extra-large closet, carpeting throughout, built-in one car garage, friendly
Thomas Marcotrigiano TOM MARCO REAL ESTATE INC
Homes for Rent
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$1,525 - $2,250 per month
- Market Living
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 400+ Sq Ft
- 76 Market St
- Perth Amboy, NJ
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$1,700 per month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 916 Sq Ft
- 110 Market St
- Unit 3E
- Perth Amboy, NJ
Welcome to 110 Market Street, a charming 1-bedroom, 1-bath rental nestled in the heart of historic Perth Amboy. This freshly painted unit boasts an open living area with abundant natural light, gleaming hardwood floors, and a modern kitchen. Enjoy the convenience of easy access to downtown shops, waterfront parks, and NJ Transit. Ideal for professionals seeking a comfortable, move-in ready home
Lawrence Majette KELLER WILLIAMS CORNERSTONE
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,287
Median Age
41
Population under 18
25%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$32,692
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$48,897
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
55.8%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
17.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.8%
% Population in Labor Force
61.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
94
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
49
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Detached homes within walking distance of shops and coastal attractions
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Southwestern Perth Amboy
1900s homes within walking distance of shops, coastal amenities in Perth Amboy
The Waterfront
Walkable with 1900s rowhouses, single-family homes along Raritan Bay
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