$6,116 Closing Credit¹
#3960592, Listing office: KELLER WILLIAMS TOWN LIFE
$565,000 List price
596 Johnstone St Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$6,709
Closing credit¹
0 beds
1,890 sqft
0.06 acres
$299 / sqft
Multi-Family
Property details
About 596 Johnstone St
Restore the charm of this corner-lot two-family home, complete with a two-car detached garage! While the property requires TLC, it presents an excellent opportunity to create a comfortable living space while generating rental income from the second unit. The home features average size three-bedroom apartment on the second floor and a one-bedroom unit on the first floor, complemented by a full-sized basement offering additional rooms, ample storage, and laundry facilities. The roof was replaced just three years ago, home is being sold in as is condition. Conveniently located near major highways, the Outerbridge Crossing to New York, and public transportation.
Highlights
Home typeMulti Family
HeatingBaseboard, Other
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Under Contract)
(Under Contract)
Size1,890 sqft
Lot size0.058 Acres
Year built1929
ParkingGarage, Detached, 3-4 Car Parking
MLS #2510050R
Garage2 spaces
Virtual tour
Summary
- Appliances: Water Heater
- Interior: Unit 1(1 Bedroom,Kitchen,1 Bath,Living Room), Unit 2(3 Bedrooms,Kitchen,1 Bath,Living Room)
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Garage, Detached, 3-4 Car Parking
- Heating: Baseboard, Other
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $565,000
- Price/SqFt: $298
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,446
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Near Public Transit
- Year Built: 1929
- Stories: 3
- Living Area: 1,890 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.058 Acres
- MLS Number: 2510050R
- MLS Name: CJMLS API
- Office Name: FOX & FOXX REALTY, LLC
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2022 | Home Sold | $360,000 |
| Jan 31, 2008 | Home Sold | $395,000 |
| Jan 25, 2006 | Home Sold | $325,000 |
| May 21, 2004 | Home Sold | $285,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $247,300 | $7,446 |
| 2022 | $229,800 | $6,836 |
| 2021 | $229,800 | $6,845 |
| 2020 | $229,800 | $6,868 |
| 2019 | $229,800 | $6,808 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Edward J. Patten Elementary School
Public District KG-4
0.3 mi
•500 Charles St
3
Rose M. Lopez Elementary School
Public District KG-3
0.4 mi
•435 Seaman St
2
Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School
Public District KG-4
0.5 mi
•445 State 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 $47,910. Residents of Perth Amboy, NJ typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
39%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
10%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
What types of families live nearby?
32%
Single, No Kids
24%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
26%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
17%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Basketball
Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Burlington
Ross Dress For Less
Forever 21
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Popeyes
Jasons Deli
Dominos Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Dodge
Acura
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits- Urban Adult Contemporary
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 596 Johnstone St
The listing price of 596 Johnstone St property is $565,000.
The property 596 Johnstone St is a multi located in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, 08861.
Accepting Backup Offers: 596 Johnstone 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 596 Johnstone St are: Edward J. Patten Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Rose M. Lopez Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Anthony V. Ceres Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Samuel E. Shull Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), William C. Mcginnis Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), I.S. 34 Tottenville School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Academy for Urban Leadership Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Perth Amboy High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Middlesex County Vocational School Perth Amboy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,446 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 22, 2022 for $360,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 596 Johnstone St is 1,890 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 596 Johnstone St is 1929.
This home is located at 596 Johnstone St in Perth Amboy, NJ and zip code 08861. This 1,890 square foot home, which was built in 1929, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 0 bedroom, 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $565,000.
While more than 5 listings in Perth Amboy, NJ in May 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 2 listings sold at asking price, and more than 1 were sold below. Between April and May 2025, Perth Amboy, NJ real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 3%. Listings spent 37 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $430,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.