NOT LISTED FOR SALE

974 Matawan Rd South Amboy, NJ 08879

Estimated Value: $542,000 - $639,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,016 Sq Ft
$294/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 29, 2021

Last sale price $420,000 $208 Per Sq Ft

Est. 41% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,753/month

42 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Greenhouse
  • Above Ground Pool
  • Custom Home
  • Old Bridge High School Rated A-
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • 4-minute walk to Laurence Harbor Wall Ball Courts

About This Home

As of January 2021

Beautiful single-family home in the desirable Laurence Harbor section of Old Bridge, NJ. This 2,000+ sq. ft. home features 4-bedrooms, 2.5-bathrooms, a master bedroom w/ sitting area, walk-in closet, skylights and private bath w/ soaking tub and oversized shower. Backyard highlights a spacious patio with pavers, above ground pool, storage shed and greenhouse. Home is smart-wired w/ security and stereo system, including exterior speakers and multi-zone HVAC.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lionel Cruz

NEXTHOME PRIME Listed on: 11/18/2020

NEXTHOME PRIME

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,723

Year Built

  • Built in 2003

Lot Details

  • 5,750 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x115
  • Fenced
  • Private Yard
  • Property is zoned R5

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,016 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Sound System
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Separate Shower in Primary Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Additional Parking
  • Open Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Patio
  • Greenhouse
  • Shed

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
  • Underground Utilities
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Laurence Harbor Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,723

Year Built

Built in 2003

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.132
  • Lot Size: 50X115
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Subdivision Name: Laurence Harbor
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 2
  • Structure Type: Custom Home
  • Year Built: 2003
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Bedroom/Bathroom Features: Stall Shower and Tub, Two Sinks
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Dining Room
  • Master Bedroom Features: Sitting Area, Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Room Kitchen Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Oven, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Crawl Only
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, See Remarks
  • Interior Amenities: High Ceilings, Sound System, 1 Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Bath Other
  • Living Area: 2016
  • Stories: 2
  • Window Features: Skylight(s)

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fencing/Wall
  • Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, See Remarks, Near Public Transit
  • Pool Features: Above Ground
  • Exterior Features: Yard
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Greenhouse
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 1 Car Width, Additional Parking

Utilities

  • Gas Company: Natural Gas
  • Security: Security System
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned
  • Heating: Zoned, Forced Air
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Underground Utilities, Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5750
  • Zoning: R5

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6723
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 18, 2020
Closed on
Jan 28, 2021
Sold by
Gawler Michael G and Gawler Christina L
Bought by
Ghonim Ahmed and Ibrahim Nadia
Seller's Agent
Lionel Cruz
NEXTHOME PRIME
List Price
$420,000
Sold Price
$420,000
Current Estimated Value
$593,298

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$173,298
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.43%
Original Mortgage
$407,400
Outstanding Balance
$362,899
Interest Rate
2.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$230,399

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 18, 2012
Closed on
Aug 17, 2012
Sold by
Drake Ian and Drake Jennifer
Bought by
Gawler Michael G and Gawler Christina L
Seller's Agent
Rupinder Sodhi
Weichert Realtors-Old Bridge
Buyer's Agent
Candra Metzger
C21/ Action Plus Realty
Sold Price
$315,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.46%
Original Mortgage
$309,294
Interest Rate
3.56%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 6, 2001
Sold by
Spinola Charles
Bought by
Drake Ian

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$119,900
Interest Rate
6.96%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Ghonim Ahmed $420,000 Mega Title Llc
Gawler Michael G $315,000 First American Title Ins Co
Drake Ian $149,900 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Ghonim Ahmed $407,400
Previous Owner Gawler Michael G $309,294
Previous Owner Drake Ian $119,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
01/29/2021 01/29/21 Sold $420,000 0.0% $208 / Sq Ft
12/30/2020 12/30/20 Pending -- -- --
11/18/2020 11/18/20 For Sale $420,000 +33.3% $208 / Sq Ft
08/20/2012 08/20/12 Sold $315,000 -- -- View Prior Sale
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 $7,431 $129,700 $40,600 $89,100
2024 $7,126 $129,700 $40,600 $89,100
2023 $7,126 $129,700 $40,600 $89,100
2022 $6,934 $129,700 $40,600 $89,100
2021 $6,805 $129,700 $40,600 $89,100
2020 $6,724 $129,700 $40,600 $89,100
2019 $6,616 $129,700 $40,600 $89,100
2018 $6,542 $129,700 $40,600 $89,100
2017 $6,338 $129,700 $40,600 $89,100
2016 $6,213 $129,700 $40,600 $89,100
2015 $6,104 $129,700 $40,600 $89,100
2014 $6,030 $129,700 $40,600 $89,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lionel Cruz

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Lionel Cruz

    NEXTHOME PRIME

    (917) 524-6111

    1 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    Lionel Cruz
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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Rupinder Sodhi

    Weichert Realtors-Old Bridge

    (732) 277-9063

    3 in this area

    65 Total Sales

    Rupinder Sodhi
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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Candra Metzger

    C21/ Action Plus Realty

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Map

Source: All Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 2108547

All Jersey MLS

APN: 15-02088-0000-00974

New Jersey Middlesex County South Amboy 08879

974 Matawan Rd, South Amboy, NJ

Not Listed for Sale

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