Closed$524,900
TLC ≈ $4,599/mo
4 2 1,565 sqft
279 4th Street, South Amboy, NJ 08879
120 S Rosewell Street, South Amboy, NJ 08879
$650,000
4 beds 3 baths — Built 201727 days on marketActive
About this home
This beautifully maintained raised home offers breathtaking water views and the perfect blend of comfort, accessibility, and coastal living. Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, this ADA-compliant home showcases an open-concept layout with beautiful floors throughout the main living areas. The updated kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, complete with granite countertops, abundant cabinetry, new appliances, and hardwood flooring. Open to the spacious family room, this inviting layout creates the perfect flow for gathering and entertaining. A full bathroom is conveniently located on this level. The dining area overlooks the scenic waterfront, while the expansive deck provides the perfect setting to relax and enjoy unobstructed views of the stunning Raritan Bay shoreline. New beautiful flooring continues to the second floor, which offers 4 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, all featuring beautiful water views. Additional highlights include a semi-finished ground level offering flexible space for recreation, storage, gym, or home office, along with an attached garage for added convenience. This is a rare opportunity to own a waterfront-view property without HOA restrictions in one of South Amboy's most desirable locations. Enjoy close proximity to the waterfront, marinas, parks, biking paths, schools, and the South Amboy Public Library. Convenient access to the South Amboy train station, Route 35, and the Garden State Parkway makes commuting to New York City and surrounding areas effortless.
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
$6,039/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $5,836
- Utilities
- $511
- Transportation
- $120
- Other (entertainment)
- $143
Principal + interest$4,187
Property tax + insurance$1,405
PMI / 2nd mortgage$244
Heating + cooling$126
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$120
Budget$6,539/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$650,000
Down payment
$32,500 (5%)
Loan amount
$617,500
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial, Custom Home, Two Story
Year built
2017
Lot size
—
Stories
2
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$8,737
MLS #
2616516R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerElectric Range/OvenGas Range/OvenExhaust FanMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsShades-ExistingEntrance FoyerKitchenBath FullStorageDining RoomFamily Room4 BedroomsBath MainNone
Exterior
Open Porch(es)DeckEnclosed Porch(es)Yard
Parking
1 Car WidthGarageAttachedBuilt-In GarageDetachedDriveway
Patio & porch
PorchDeckEnclosed
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Accessibility
Wide Doorways
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Corner Lot, See Remarks, Waterview
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 5/28/2026. Provided courtesy of WEICHERT CO REALTORS via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.