Closed$499,000
TLC ≈ $4,302/mo
5 2 1,489 sqft
131 Fairfield Avenue, Fords, NJ 08863
40 Fayette Street #6, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$274,900
1 beds 1 baths 791 sqft Built 19872 days on marketActive
About this home
Welcome to this beautifully renovated 1-bedroom condo, offering modern finishes and a truly turnkey living experience. The updated kitchen features brand-new appliances, while the entire home has been thoughtfully refreshed for today's lifestyle. Location, location, location- just seconds from the scenic Perth Amboy waterfront bay Marina District. This condo provides the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. Easy access to public transportation, the train station, shopping, dining, and major highways, making commuting a breeze. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, downsizing, or looking for an investment opportunity, this move-in-ready property is ready for its new owner. On-street parking is available. Truly a must see!
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
$2,834/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $2,444
- Utilities
- $488
- Transportation
- $145
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$1,771
Property tax + insurance$570
PMI / 2nd mortgage$103
Heating + cooling$82
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$145
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$2,166/mo
Purchase price
$274,900
Down payment
$13,745 (5%)
Loan amount
$261,155
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
Condo/TH
Style
Remarks
Year built
1987
Lot size
0.918 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Electric, See Remarks
Cooling
Wall Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$3,521
MLS #
2617121R
County
Middlesex
Home features
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Interior
KitchenStorageDining RoomFamily RoomUtility Room1 BedroomBath FullNone
Parking
On SiteOn Street
Kitchen
Kitchen Island
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Flooring
Laminate
Roof
See Remarks
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Condominium
Lot features
See Remarks
Neighborhood — 08861
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 46,782 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 20.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 8,584 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 23,392 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 23,390 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 12,523 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 14,394 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 3,833 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 2,051 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 3,067 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 14,307 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 3.23 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 31.78 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| 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 R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 80.27% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8861
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