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224 Gordon Street, South Amboy, NJ 08879

$615,000

4 beds 2 baths Built 191432 days on marketActive

About this home

Exceptional Two-Family Home in Prime South Amboy LocationLocated on a quiet dead-end street just moments from the South Amboy train station with direct service to New York City, this well-maintained two-family home offers the perfect combination of convenience, flexibility, and investment potential. Enjoy close proximity to downtown South Amboy, where shops, restaurants, and everyday amenities are all just minutes away.Each unit features two comfortable bedrooms and one full bathroom, with bright living spaces that have been refreshed with a fresh coat of paint. Whether you're looking to live in one unit while generating rental income from the other, or seeking a solid addition to your investment portfolio, this property offers versatile options to suit your needs.Recent upgrades include a new roof and new siding, providing peace of mind and added curb appeal. An unfinished walkout basement offers excellent storage and future potential, while the small backyard provides manageable outdoor space without high maintenance.A fantastic opportunity for commuters, owner-occupants, or investors looking for value and location in one of Middlesex County's most commuter-friendly communities.

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
$5,844/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$5,576
Principal + interest$3,962
Property tax + insurance$1,383
PMI / 2nd mortgage$231
Utilities
$565
Heating + cooling$128
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$120
Car insurance + maintenance$120
Other (entertainment)
$143
$5,844/mo TLC
Budget$6,344/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$615,000
Down payment
$30,750 (5%)
Loan amount
$584,250
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
2 Family
Style
Year built
1914
Lot size
0.0574 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
None
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$8,876
MLS #
2661475M
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Basement

Home features

Appliances
Water Heater(Gas)Water Heater
Interior
Unit 1(2 Bedrooms)Unit 2(2 Bedrooms)
Exterior
Fencing/Wall
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Dead-End Street

Neighborhood — 08879

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population16,1528,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since19904.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density1,9391,137
Male8,0324,307,827147,432,321
Female8,1214,525,010151,655,844
Never Married3,6091,965,81163,775,926
Married6,4923,647,435123,120,365
Separated552391,23912,639,686
Widowed1,045515,17215,467,586
Divorced1,224529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold5,9813,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.682.732.60
Medial Age37.1137.1535.46
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 R7.00%7.00%
W C J81.61%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8879

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Listing information last refreshed 3/15/2026. Provided courtesy of KELLER WILLIAMS REALTY via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

224 Gordon Street · South Amboy — $615,000 · Certihomes