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#2514478R, Listing office: RE/MAX INNOVATION
$399,900 List price
161 1st St Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
960 sqft
0.06 acres
$417 / sqft
House
Property details
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Under Contract)
(Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air
Size960 sqft
Lot size0.0574 Acres
Year built1921
ParkingAsphalt, Garage, Detached
MLS #2313479R
Garage2 spaces
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Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Asphalt, Garage, Detached
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $399,900
- Price/SqFt: $416
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,795
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Built: 1921
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 960 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.0574 Acres
- MLS Number: 2313479R
- MLS Name: CJMLS API
- Office Name: REALTY MARK CENTRAL
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 15, 2023 | Home Sold | $430,000 |
| Nov 10, 2022 | Home Sold | $160,000 |
| Oct 13, 2010 | Home Sold | $120,000 |
| Mar 13, 2004 | Home Sold | $185,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $225,700 | $6,795 |
| 2022 | $161,400 | $4,801 |
| 2021 | $161,400 | $4,808 |
| 2020 | $161,400 | $4,824 |
| 2019 | $161,400 | $4,752 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School
Public District KG-4
0.2 mi
•51 1st St
1
Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School
Public District KG-4
0.5 mi
•318 Stockton St
6
Middlesex County STEM Charter School
Public Charter KG-4
0.6 mi
•430 Market St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,076. The most common annual income of people living in Perth Amboy, NJ is less than $<35k. Most families are single, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
46%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
1%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
27%
Single, No Kids
30%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
28%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
19%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Basketball
Horse Races
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Ross Dress For Less
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Popeyes
Jasons Deli
LongHorn Steakhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Acura
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Contemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 161 1st St
The listing price of 161 1st St property is $399,900.
The property 161 1st St is a house located in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, 08861.
Accepting Backup Offers: 161 1st St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 161 1st St are: Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Herbert N. Richardson 21st Century School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Middlesex County STEM Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), William C. Mcginnis Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Samuel E. Shull Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), I.S. 34 Tottenville School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Middlesex County Vocational School Perth Amboy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Perth Amboy High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,795 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on August 15, 2023 for $430,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 161 1st St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 161 1st St is 960 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 161 1st St is 1921.
This home is located at 161 1st St in Perth Amboy, NJ and zip code 08861. This 960 square foot home, which was built in 1921, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 16, 2023 and is currently priced at $399,900.
Perth Amboy, NJ housing market in June 2025 saw over 10 listings sold above listed price, more than 3 sold at listed price and over 6 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Perth Amboy, NJ between May and June 2025 increased by 9%. While the average time on the market in June 2025 was 47 days, the median list price was $435,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.