Closed$525,000
TLC ≈ $4,408/mo
3 2 1,108 sqft
212 Princeton Road, Old Bridge, NJ 08859
518 orchard Place, South Amboy, NJ 08879
$649,000
4 beds 2 baths 1,865 sqft Built 19650 days on marketActive
About this home
Charming 4-bedrooms, 1 and 1/2-bath Colonial-style home nestled on a quiet residential street in desirable South Amboy. This well-maintained property features a bright and spacious living room, formal dining area, sunroom and an updated kitchen with ample cabinetry and counter space. Hardwood flooring throughout adds warmth and character. Second level offers generously sized bedrooms with ample closet space and a full bath. Finished basement provides additional living space perfect for a recreation room, home office, or gym plus a and laundry area. Enjoy outdoor entertaining in the private backyard with patio space and mature landscaping. Garage and driveway parking. Conveniently located near parks, waterfront views schools, shopping, dining, and NJ Transit for easy commuting to NYC. A wonderful opportunity to own in a sought-after neighborhood!
Affordability — calculate your monthly payment
Adjust your budget to see what's left after housing, utilities and transportation. Numbers below assume a 5% down, 30YrFixed at 7.19% APR.
Your estimated payment
$6,121/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $5,880
- Utilities
- $535
- Transportation
- $120
- Other (entertainment)
- $143
Principal + interest$4,181
Property tax + insurance$1,456
PMI / 2nd mortgage$243
Heating + cooling$113
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$120
Budget$6,621/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$649,000
Down payment
$32,450 (5%)
Loan amount
$616,550
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial, Two Story
Year built
1965
Lot size
0.1171 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Baseboard, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$9,595
MLS #
2611252R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherWater Heater
Interior
KitchenBath HalfLiving RoomDining RoomFamily Room4 BedroomsNone
Exterior
Open Porch(es)PatioEnclosed Porch(es)
Parking
2 Car WidthGarageAttachedDriveway
Patio & porch
PorchPatioEnclosed
Fireplace
Gas
Kitchen
Eat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Dining LLiving Dining ComboFormal Dining Room
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
See Remarks
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
See Remarks
Lot features
Wooded
Neighborhood — 08879
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 16,152 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 4.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 1,939 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 8,032 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 8,121 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 3,609 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 6,492 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 552 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 1,045 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 1,224 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 5,981 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.68 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 37.11 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $60,229 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $68,862 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $25,517 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $49,839 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $54,454 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 81.61% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8879
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Listing information last refreshed 7/28/2026. Provided courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS CORNERSTONE via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.