$720,000
SOLD MAY 2, 2025

527 John St South Amboy, NJ 08879

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,706 Sq Ft
7,841 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$266 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Backs to Trees or Woods
  • Steam Shower
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to this beautifully maintained, 4 bedroom 3 bathroom Colonial with a 2 Story entry nestled on a quiet cul-de-sac in a prime location. Boasting 9 foot ceilings on the first floor, this home offers an open airy feel with hardwood flooring and recessed lighting throughout the main level. The kitchen is a chef's dream, featuring stainless steel appliances, a center island and granite countertops. Off the kitchen is a spacious deck overlooking wooded views great for outdoor entertaining. The family room features a cosy gas fireplace, perfect for gatherings. Upstairs, the generously sized bedrooms include a luxurious primary suite with two sliding glass doors leading to a balcony-perfect for enjoying morning coffee or evening sunsets. With a full basement, there is plenty of storage and potential for additional living space. This home also offers 2 zone AC and forced hot air heat, a poured concrete foundation, and a 2-car garage. Conveniently located near NJ Transit trains, NYC Waterways Ferry and major highways, commuting is effortless. Enjoy this perfect blend of comfort and convenience. schedule your private tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mary Nuziale

Weichert Realtors-Manalapan License #8836263 Listed on: 02/20/2025

Weichert Realtors-Manalapan

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Nuziale

Weichert Realtors-Manalapan License #8836263 Listed on: 02/20/2025

Weichert Realtors-Manalapan

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,884

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70 x 111
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Backs to Trees or Woods

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,706 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet on the main level
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Blinds
  • Window Screens
  • Sliding Doors
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Self-Cleaning Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Wall to Wall Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary bedroom located on second floor
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Steam Shower
  • Primary Bathroom includes a Walk-In Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Laundry Tub

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Porch

Schools

  • South Amboy Elementary And Middle School
  • South Amboy High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Natural Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 20-00079-0000-00012

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,884

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Tub
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back to Woods, Cul-De-Sac
  • Inclusions: Outdoor Lighting, Washer, Swing Set, Blinds/Shades, Ceiling Fan(s), Dishwasher, Dryer, Light Fixtures, Self/Con Clean, Stove, Stove Hood, Refrigerator, Screens, Gas Cooking
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Reso Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Reso Interior Features: Attic - Pull Down Stairs, Balcony, Ceilings - 9Ft+ 1st Flr, Recessed Lighting
  • Year Built: 2005
  • General Property Info Waterview: No
  • General Property Info Fireplace: Yes
  • General Property Info Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info HOA: No
  • General Property Info Pool: No
  • Interior Ceilings - 9Ft 1st Flr: Yes
  • Interior Sliding Door: Yes
  • WaterSewer Public Sewer: Yes
  • Kitchen Center Island: Yes
  • Exterior Balcony2: Yes
  • General Property Info Acreage: 0.18
  • General Property Info Lot Dimensions: 70 x 111
  • Location Middle School: South Amboy
  • Interior Attic - Pull Down Stairs: Yes
  • Living Room Floor - Wood2: Yes
  • Dining Room Floor - Wood3: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Roof Shingled: Yes
  • Rooms Laundry: Yes
  • Rooms Living Room: Yes
  • Lot Description Back to Woods: Yes
  • Included Gas Cooking: Yes
  • Included Stove: Yes
  • WaterSewer Public Water: Yes
  • Floors Ceramic Tile: Yes
  • Floors Wood: Yes
  • Water Heater Natural Gas2: Yes
  • Exterior Lighting: Yes
  • General Property Info # Fireplaces: 1.0
  • Interior Balcony: Yes
  • Interior Recessed Lighting: Yes
  • Foyer Two Story: Yes
  • Exterior Porch - Open: Yes
  • Included BlindsShades: Yes
  • Included Light Fixtures: Yes
  • Included Stove Hood: Yes
  • Exterior Thermal Window: Yes
  • Included Ceiling Fan(s): Yes
  • Included Outdoor Lighting: Yes
  • Included Screens: Yes
  • Exterior Storm Door(s): Yes
  • Foyer Floor - Wood: Yes
  • Kitchen GraniteStone Counter: Yes
  • GreatFamily Room Floor - Wood5: Yes
  • ExteriorDeck: Yes
  • SidingBrick: Yes
  • Kitchen Ceramic Tile3: Yes
  • Included SelfCon Clean: Yes
  • Kitchen Eat-In: Yes
  • Lot Description Cul-De-Sac: Yes
  • GreatFamily Room Fireplace - Gas4: Yes
  • Interior Laundry Tub: Yes
  • Cooling 2 Zoned AC: Yes
  • Heating 2 Zoned Heat: Yes
  • Floors:Carpet2: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Door Features: Storm Door(s), Sliding Doors
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 14
  • Stories: 2
  • Full Basement: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Dining Room: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Foyer: Yes
  • Primary Bedroom:Floor - WW Carpet3: Yes
  • Primary Bedroom Level:Second43: Yes
  • Primary Bath:Shower Stall: Yes
  • Primary Bedroom:TRYVLTCATH3: Yes
  • Primary Bedroom:Walk-in Closet: Yes
  • Primary Bath Double Sinks: Yes
  • Primary Bath Steam Shower: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Acres: 0.18
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exclusions: personal property
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Thermal Window, Lighting
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch - Open
  • Construction:Siding - Vinyl: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • General Property Info:Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, 2 Zoned AC
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: 2 Zoned Heat
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: South Amboy

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 70 x 111
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7840.8
  • Parcel #: 20-00079-0000-00012
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 12884.0

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: South Amboy
  • High School: South Amboy High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 20, 2025
Closed on
Apr 25, 2025
Sold by
Chen Lisheng and Shen Li
Bought by
Karameti Fortesa and Abdo Michel
Seller's Agent
Mary Nuziale
Weichert Realtors-Manalapan
Buyer's Agent
Mary Nuziale
Weichert Realtors-Manalapan
List Price
$739,900
Sold Price
$720,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-2.69%
Views
75
Current Estimated Value
$698,425

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$21,575
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.54%
Original Mortgage
$576,000
Outstanding Balance
$573,521
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$124,904

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 21, 2014
Sold by
Francolla John and Francolla Stacy L
Bought by
Chen Lisheng and Shen Li

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 23, 2005
Sold by
Limerick Estates By Kara Llc
Bought by
Francolla John and Francolla Stacy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$359,650
Interest Rate
6.34%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

Collateral Analytics

Collateral Analytics Collateral Analytics AVMs (Automated Valuation Model) employ a number of statistical approaches combined with neighborhood-specific comparable selection guarantees the most up-to-date and precise valuations.

Not Available

Collateral Analytics does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

ICE

ICE Mortgage Technology ICE Mortgage Technology’s AVM (Automated Valuation Model) is a state-of-the-art online residential property valuation tool that provides a quick and accurate estimate of the value of almost any home in the U.S.

Not Available

ICE Mortgage Technology does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

First American

First American First American Data & Analytics’ next-generation AVM combines unrivaled data assets with a blended ensemble of valuation models to produce highly accurate, reliable valuations you can trust.

Not Available

First American does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Quantarium

Quantarium Quantarium’s valuation service, repeatedly proven the industry’s most accurate and comprehensive, is supercharged with a self-learning and auto-tuning AI engine that continually becomes smarter and more accurate as it processes daily inputs from the industry’s leading RE data lake.

Not Available

Quantarium does not have data for the current month. Please view the chart for historical values.

Average Value
Not Available
List Price
Sold Price
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area

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 $720,000 East Coast Title
Deed $720,000 East Coast Title
Deed $385,000 Quality Title & Abstract Age
Deed $442,969 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $576,000 New Conventional
Closed $576,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $359,650 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/02/2025 05/02/25 Sold $720,000 +0.1% $266 / Sq Ft
03/19/2025 03/19/25 Pending -- -- --
03/06/2025 03/06/25 Price Changed $719,000 -2.8% $266 / Sq Ft
02/20/2025 02/20/25 For Sale $739,900 -- $273 / Sq Ft
Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)

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 $12,884 $401,500 $122,900 $278,600
2024 $12,398 $401,500 $122,900 $278,600
2023 $12,398 $401,500 $122,900 $278,600
2022 $11,780 $401,500 $122,900 $278,600
2021 $11,583 $401,500 $122,900 $278,600
2020 $11,310 $401,500 $122,900 $278,600
2019 $11,130 $401,500 $122,900 $278,600
2018 $11,037 $401,500 $122,900 $278,600
2017 $10,861 $401,500 $122,900 $278,600
2016 $10,588 $401,500 $122,900 $278,600
2015 $10,664 $401,500 $122,900 $278,600
2014 $10,298 $401,500 $122,900 $278,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Section Image
See All Agents

Map

Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 22504600

MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)

APN: 20-00079-0000-00012