Closed$2,800
TLC ≈ $272/mo
2 2 1,397 sqft
368 Rector Street #309, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
100 S Broadway S, South Amboy, NJ 08879
$399,000
0 beds 0 baths 1,104 sqft66 days on marketActive
About this home
Prime Corner Commercial Opportunity Near NYC Transit - South Amboy, NJ Rare opportunity to acquire a 1, 300+ sq ft corner storefront property in the heart of South Amboy's rapidly developing downtown corridor. Positioned just two blocks from the NJ Transit train station and a three-minute drive to the new South Amboy ferry terminal with direct service to Manhattan, this property sits in one of the city's most promising commercial locations. The building features excellent corner visibility, strong street presence, and a private rear parking lot, a valuable amenity rarely found with downtown storefront properties. The space was previously operated as a neighborhood bar and presents a blank canvas for renovation or redevelopment, making it ideal for a wide range of uses including restaurant, caf, bar, retail boutique, office, or service-based business. South Amboy is undergoing significant transformation, with new residential developments, increased commuter traffic, and continued investment along the waterfront and downtown district. With thousands of commuters passing through the train station daily and easy access to the Garden State Parkway, Route 35, and the Outerbridge Crossing, the location offers both strong local visibility and regional accessibility. This property is well suited for: Owner-operators seeking a highly visible business location Investors looking to capitalize on South Amboy's growth trajectory Restaurateurs or hospitality operators seeking proximity to commuter traffic Retail or service businesses serving the expanding residential population Whether repositioned as a neighborhood gathering spot, modern retail concept, or professional space, this property offers the rare combination of location, visibility, and upside potential. Building Size: 1, 300 SF Lot Features: Corner location with rear parking Zoning: Commercial (buyer to verify permitted uses)
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
$3,889/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $3,587
- Utilities
- $471
- Transportation
- $120
- Other (entertainment)
- $143
Principal + interest$2,570
Property tax + insurance$867
PMI / 2nd mortgage$150
Heating + cooling$81
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$120
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$1,111/mo
Purchase price
$399,000
Down payment
$19,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$379,050
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Commercial
Style
—
Year built
—
Lot size
0.0574 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Radiant-Hot Water
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$5,580
MLS #
2611677R
County
Middlesex
Home features
Interior
Unfinished Interior
Parking
On SitePaved
Flooring
Concrete, Unfinished Interior
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Lot features
Near Train, Business District, Level
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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