$470,000
SOLD MAY 8, 2025

279 Front St Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

The Waterfront Neighborhood
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,126 Sq Ft
1,599 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$417 Per Sq Ft

38 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • Property is near public transit
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Waterfront
  • Wood Flooring
  • 2-minute walk to Harborside Marina

About This Home

As of May 2025

Exceptional Waterfront Home with Stunning Bay Views Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a beautiful waterfront home overlooking the serene Raritan Bay. Enjoy breathtaking views from your private balcony, living room, and luxurious suite.The spacious property suite is a true retreat,patio with a perfect water view.The large second floor bedroom offers plenty of space for all your needs, complemented by 1.5 bathrooms and a convenient laundry room with a washer and dryer included. This home is packed with impressive features, including:Glass sliding doors,Panoramic windows,cozy fireplace car garage Bonus room for storage, or office space The modern kitchen comes complete with appliances. Located near major highways and offering easy public transit access to NYC and the Jersey Shore, this home provides the perfect balance of comfort, convenience, and coastal living. It is being sold strictly in AS IS condition buyer is responsible for City's CO.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Enrique Hernandez

PETRA BEST REALTY LLC Listed on: 01/18/2025

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,528

Year Built

  • Built in 1977

Lot Details

  • 1,599 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50.00 x 0.00
  • Waterfront

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Open Parking

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,126 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage
  • Utility Room
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • Spa

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Water Heater

Community Details

  • Waterfront Subdivision

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,528

Year Built

Built in 1977

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse,Condo/TH
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0367
  • Lot Size: 50.00 x 0.00
  • Ownership: Condominium
  • Subdivision Name: Waterfront
  • Architectural Style: Townhouse
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 3
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Year Built: 1977
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Jacuzzi-Type
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Private Spa: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Other Room(s)
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Entrance Foyer, Laundry Room, Storage, Unfinished/Other Room, Utility Room, Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, Bath Main
  • Living Area: 1126
  • Stories: 3

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Near Shopping, Waterfront, Waterview, Near Public Transit
  • Waterfront Features: Waterfront
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, Garage, Built-In Garage

Utilities

  • Gas Company: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: See remarks

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1599
  • Zoning: R-MM

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7528
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 18, 2025
Closed on
May 2, 2025
Sold by
Otlowski George J and Yuen Paul
Bought by
Perez Mary
Seller's Agent
Enrique Hernandez
PETRA BEST REALTY LLC
List Price
$470,000
Sold Price
$470,000
Views
69
Current Estimated Value
$451,597

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$18,403
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.28%
Original Mortgage
$376,000
Outstanding Balance
$374,669
Interest Rate
6.65%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$76,929
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $470,000 Stewart Title
Deed $470,000 Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $376,000 New Conventional
Closed $376,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/08/2025 05/08/25 Sold $470,000 0.0% $417 / Sq Ft
01/18/2025 01/18/25 For Sale $470,000 -- $417 / Sq Ft
Source: All Jersey MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $7,543 $250,000 $203,700 $46,300
2024 $7,528 $250,000 $203,700 $46,300
2023 $7,528 $250,000 $203,700 $46,300
2022 $7,438 $250,000 $203,700 $46,300
2021 $6,199 $250,000 $203,700 $46,300
2020 $7,445 $250,000 $203,700 $46,300
2019 $7,473 $250,000 $203,700 $46,300
2018 $7,408 $250,000 $199,400 $50,600
2017 $7,393 $250,000 $199,400 $50,600
2016 $7,200 $250,000 $199,400 $50,600
2015 $7,250 $250,000 $199,400 $50,600
2014 $7,295 $250,000 $199,400 $50,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Enrique Hernandez

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Enrique Hernandez

    PETRA BEST REALTY LLC

    (732) 841-7029

    12 in this area

    132 Total Sales

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Map

Source: All Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 2508055R

All Jersey MLS

APN: 16-00053-0000-00010-06

New Jersey Middlesex County Perth Amboy 08861 The Waterfront

279 Front St, Perth Amboy, NJ

This home is located at 279 Front St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 and is currently priced at $470,000, approximately $417 per square foot. This property was built in 1977. 279 Front St is a home located in Middlesex County with nearby schools including Perth Amboy High School, Middlesex County STEM Charter School, and Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School.

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