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228 2nd St Street #1, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

$2,690

3 beds 1 baths Built 18907 days on marketActive

About this home

Fully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath rental located in the heart of downtown Perth Amboy. This unit offers a spacious and functional layout with modern finishes throughout, with plenty of natural light, including central heat and air conditioning for year-round comfort. Conveniently situated within approximately 100 feet of the train station, providing exceptional accessibility for commuters. Property includes en suite parking, along with additional access to a residential-only parking lot directly across the street. Prime location surrounded by local shops, restaurants, and major transportation options. Ideal for tenants seeking convenience, modern updates, and a central urban setting. NTN required. Tenant is responsible for Heat, Electric, and Gas. Available immediately.

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
$415/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$25
Principal + interest$17
Property tax + insurance$7
PMI / 2nd mortgage$1
Utilities
$334
Heating + cooling$30
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$145
Car insurance + maintenance$145
Other (entertainment)
$158
$415/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$4,585/mo
Purchase price
$2,690
Down payment
$135 (5%)
Loan amount
$2,556
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Apartment
Style
Two Story
Year built
1890
Lot size
Stories
1
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
MLS #
2615126R
County
Middlesex

At a glance

Air conditioning

Home features

Appliances
Gas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeStove/OvenMicrowave OvenElectric Water Heater
Interior
FirealarmHigh Ceilings3 Bedrooms
Exterior
Open Porch(es)DeckEnclosed Porch(es)
Parking
Off SiteOpen
Patio & porch
PorchDeckEnclosed
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsKitchen Exhaust FanPantryEat-in Kitchen
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Master bedroom
1st Floor
Security
Smoke Detector(s)Fire Alarm
Flooring
Vinyl-Linoleum
Sewer
Public Sewer

Neighborhood — 08861

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population46,7828,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199020.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density8,5841,137
Male23,3924,307,827147,432,321
Female23,3904,525,010151,655,844
Never Married12,5231,965,81163,775,926
Married14,3943,647,435123,120,365
Separated3,833391,23912,639,686
Widowed2,051515,17215,467,586
Divorced3,067529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold14,3073,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size3.232.732.60
Medial Age31.7837.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$41,463$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$52,403$83,312$63,629
P C I$16,734$30,662$24,529
M D I$36,156$52,505$41,133
A T H E$45,041$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J80.27%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8861

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