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686 Colgate Ave, Perth Amboy City, NJ 08861

Middlesex County

Key Facts

2Beds
1Baths
984Sq Ft
1942Year Built
0.06Lot (acres)

Description

Welcome home to this bright and inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath half-duplex in the desirable town of Perth Amboy. A new front porch/deck welcomes you into an open living and dining area ideal for entertaining. The galley kitchen has plenty of cabinet space and countertop for cooking/ pantry for extra storage. Kitchen opens to a fenced backyard perfect for summer BBQs and safe outdoor play.The full basement is full of endless possibilities for your family. 2nd floor has 2 Generously sized bedrooms and a newer full bath. Brand New Roof, HWH 1.5 years old/ Gas hookup for stove/seller preferred electric cooking. Located on a quiet street in the heart of town, this home is close to shopping, dining, waterfront sunsets, major highways, and commuter depots with easy access to NYC. A Must See!!

Property Information

Property Type

Residential

Sub-Type

Single Family Residence

Style

1/2 Duplex

Year Built

1942

Living Area

984 sq ft

Lot Size

0.06 acres

Ownership

Fee Simple

MLS® Listing#

4041358

Property Features

Appliances

Gas Water Heater

Cooling

Central Air

Heating

Forced Air

Flooring

Carpet

Basement

Unfinished

Parking

Concrete

Laundry

Laundry Room

Patio

DeckPatio

Lot Features

Level

Construction

Vinyl Siding

Roof

Asphalt

Security

Smoke Detector(s)

Utilities

Cable Available

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Public

Rooms

  • Bedroom 1Second
  • Bedroom 2Second
  • Dining Room
  • Kitchen
  • Living Room

Schools

Elementary:
PERTH AMBY
Middle:
PERTH AMBY
High:
PERTH AMBY

Financial Details

Annual Taxes

$5,230

Tax year 2025

Assessed Value

$164,600

Parcel Number

2116-00302-0000-00045-0000-

Directions

Right on Hanson to Right on Bingle to Right on Colgate Ave

Affordability Calculator

$78,000

Estimated monthly payment

$2,076/mo

Principal $312,000 · Est. interest $435,268 over 30 yrs

Location

  • 686 Colgate Ave, Perth Amboy City, NJ 08861

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Nearby Schools

  • Middlesex County Stem Charter School

    Elementary · 0.1 mi away

  • Perth Amboy Catholic Primary

    Elementary · 0.1 mi away

  • James J Flynn Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.5 mi away

  • Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School

    School · 0.6 mi away

  • Samuel E. Shull Middle School

    Secondary · 0.7 mi away

  • Assumption Catholic School

    School · 0.7 mi away

  • Rose M. Lopez Elementary School

    Elementary · 0.8 mi away

  • Perth Amboy High School

    Secondary · 0.8 mi away

  • Government Offices City Public Schools

    Elementary · 1.0 mi away

  • Woodbridge Academy Magnet School

    School · 1.1 mi away

  • Acelero Learning Center

    School · 1.1 mi away

  • Anthony V Ceres School

    Elementary · 1.3 mi away

  • Perth Amboy Catholic School

    School · 1.4 mi away

  • Perth Amboy Magnet School

    Secondary · 1.5 mi away

  • Perth Amboy Public Schools

    School · 1.5 mi away

  • Woodbridge Schools

    School · 1.5 mi away

  • Peterson Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.5 mi away

  • William C. McGinnis Middle School

    Secondary · 1.5 mi away

  • Our Redeemer Lutheran Church

    School · 1.6 mi away

  • Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School

    Elementary · 1.7 mi away

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Listing Courtesy: KELLER WILLIAMS MONMOUTH OCEAN - 7329425280

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