$449,900

556 Compton Ave Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

Chickentown Neighborhood

Estimated payment $2,964/month

Total Views 6,460
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,486 Sq Ft
$303 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Property is near public transit and shops
  • Attic
  • Porch

About This Home

Charming Colonial in a prime Perth Amboy location! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features a spacious layout with an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, and attic with stair access offering great storage or future possibilities. Conveniently located near transportation, shopping, schools, and major highways. An excellent opportunity and a great option for first-time home buyers looking to personalize and add value. Property is being sold strictly AS IS. Buyer responsible for municipal inspections and certifications. Opportunities like this don't last. Schedule your showing today.

Listing Agent

DAYSE JACOME-VASQUEZ

REALTY OF AMERICA Listed on: 03/13/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,722

Year Built

  • Built in 1919

Lot Details

  • 2,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100.00 x 0.00
  • Fenced
  • Property is zoned R-50

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,486 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Attic

Kitchen

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

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Laundry in Basement

Parking

  • Common or Shared Parking
  • On-Street Parking
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit and shops

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Radiator
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Fairview Park Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,722

Year Built

Built in 1919

Lot Details

2,500 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0574
  • Lot Size: 100.00 x 0.00
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Subdivision Name: Fairview Park
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1919
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Dining Room Features: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Kitchen Features: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Full, Laundry Facilities
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior Amenities: Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Attic
  • Living Area: 1486
  • Stories: 3

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fencing/Wall
  • Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Public Transit
  • Exterior Features: Open Porch(es), Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: Common, On Street

Utilities

  • Gas Company: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Radiators-Hot Water, Steam
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 2500
  • Zoning: R-50

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6722
  • Tax Year: 2024

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

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 $6,722 $222,800 $111,400 $111,400
2024 $6,709 $222,800 $111,400 $111,400
2023 $6,709 $222,800 $111,400 $111,400
2022 $6,628 $222,800 $111,400 $111,400
2021 $5,059 $180,300 $111,400 $68,900
2020 $5,369 $180,300 $111,400 $68,900
2019 $5,389 $180,300 $111,400 $68,900
2018 $5,342 $180,300 $111,400 $68,900
2017 $5,331 $180,300 $111,400 $68,900
2016 $5,193 $180,300 $111,400 $68,900
2015 $5,229 $180,300 $111,400 $68,900
2014 $5,261 $180,300 $111,400 $68,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/13/2026 03/13/26 For Sale $449,900 0.0% $303 / Sq Ft
02/13/2026 02/13/26 For Sale $449,977 -- --
Source: All Jersey MLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Bargain Sale Deed $290,000 Stewart Title
Bargain Sale Deed $290,000 Stewart Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $275,500 New Conventional
Closed $275,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Source: All Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 2612150R

All Jersey MLS

APN: 16-00285-0000-00003

New Jersey Middlesex County Perth Amboy 08861 Chickentown

556 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ

For Sale

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