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$450,000

9 Lovely Dr South Amboy, NJ 08879

4 beds
2 full
1,414 sqft
$318 / sqft
House

Property details

About 9 Lovely Dr

Welcome to this well-maintained 4-bedroom, 2-bath Cape Cod home nestled on a generous 50x100 lot. Home features two bedrooms and one full bath on each level. The first floor boasts a bright and spacious living room with beautiful hardwood floors, a nicely sized eat-in kitchen with gas cooking and backsplash, and easy access to the perfect backyard. Home has been freshly painted and maintained! Second level offers 2 additional bedrooms with laminate flooring and a full bath. Downstairs, you'll find a full basement with a partially finished room and a utility room! Wired with Ethernet in most rooms for fast and reliable internet connectivity. Additional highlights include a long private driveway, a large storage shed in the rear of the home, and ample outdoor space. South Amboy has many great attributes including access to the Waterfront Park, NJ Transit train with stops ranging from NYC and the Jersey shore! Ferry to NY/Manhattan. Cute downtown area, roller skating and so much more!South Amboy is situated on the Raritan Bay with views of the Great Beds Lighthouse, Staten Island and NYC!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral, Forced Air
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Under Contract)
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,414 sqft
Year built1959
MLS #2600127R

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Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
  • Interior: 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Bath Main, Bath Second, None
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Exterior: Curbs, Sidewalk, Storage Shed, Yard
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Heating: Central, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $450,000
  • Price/SqFt: $318
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $7,840
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: See Remarks
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,414 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 2600127R
  • MLS Name: CJMLS API
  • Office Name: C21 CHARLES SMITH AGENCY, INC

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jan 18, 2012
Home Sold
$208,000
Aug 31, 2009
Home Sold
$270,000
Dec 04, 2006
Home Sold
$288,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$253,900$7,840
2022$253,900$7,449
2021$253,900$7,060
2020$253,900$7,038
2019$253,900$6,979

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

South Amboy Elementary School

Public District PK-6

0.6 mi

249 John St

6

Harry S. Truman Elementary School

Public District KG-3

1.3 mi

1 Taft Pl

5

Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School

Public District KG-4

1.3 mi

51 1st St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $68,125. The most common annual income of people living in South Amboy, NJ is between $35k-100k. Most families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
41%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
7%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

31%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
38%
Married, No Kids
23%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

11%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
18%
18-34 yrs old
47%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Chico'sChico's
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • ChipotleChipotle
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MazdaMazda
  • VolvoVolvo
  • LincolnLincoln

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • ClassicalClassical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 9 Lovely Dr

The listing price of 9 Lovely Dr property is $450,000.

The property 9 Lovely Dr is a house located in South Amboy, New Jersey, 08879.

Accepting Backup Offers: 9 Lovely Dr 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 9 Lovely Dr are: South Amboy Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Harry S. Truman Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Robert N. Wilentz Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), William C. Mcginnis Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Sayreville Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Samuel E. Shull Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), South Amboy Middle High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Sayreville War Memorial High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Middlesex County Vocational School Perth Amboy (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,840 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on January 18, 2012 for $208,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 9 Lovely Dr has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 9 Lovely Dr is 1,414 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 9 Lovely Dr is 1959.

This home is located at 9 Lovely Dr in South Amboy, NJ and zip code 08879. This 1,414 square foot home was built in 1959. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 3, 2025 and is currently priced at $450,000.

In June 2025 more than 8 listings in South Amboy, NJ were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 2 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in South Amboy, NJ between May and June 2025 increased by 12.8%. Listings spent 59 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $491,000 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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