Closed$249,900
TLC ≈ $2,453/mo
1 1 700 sqft
420 Lawton Place, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
158 Gordon Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$579,000
0 beds 2 baths 1,598 sqft Built 19205 days on marketActive
About this home
Welcome to this spacious two-family home offering a fantastic opportunity for homeowners and investors alike. The property features two generously sized units, each with bright living areas, a well-proportioned bedroom, full bathrooms, and separate kitchens, providing comfortable and functional living spaces. The front unit has been tastefully updated with modern flooring, recessed lighting, fresh neutral finishes, and an updated bathroom, while the second unit offers a warm, inviting layout with hardwood flooring and a renovated kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances. Outside, enjoy a welcoming covered front porch, a private fenced backyard with patio space, a storage shed, and convenient rear access to the upper unit. With separate entrances, updated interiors, and plenty of natural light throughout, this property is ideal for owner-occupants looking to offset their mortgage or investors seeking a strong income-producing opportunity.
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
$5,434/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $5,112
- Utilities
- $580
- Transportation
- $145
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$3,730
Property tax + insurance$1,165
PMI / 2nd mortgage$217
Heating + cooling$128
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$145
Budget$5,934/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$579,000
Down payment
$28,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$550,050
APR
7.19%
Quick facts
Type
2 Family
Style
—
Year built
1920
Lot size
0.0528 ac
Stories
3
Heating
Baseboard, Radiant
Cooling
A/C Wall Unit(s),A/C Window Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$6,978
MLS #
2617827R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Basement
Home features
Appliances
Water Heater(See Remarks)Water Heater
Interior
Unit 1(2 BedroomsKitchen1 BathLiving RoomDen/Family Room)Unit 2(2 BedroomsKitchen1 BathLiving RoomDen/Family Room)
Exterior
PatioPorch
Patio & porch
PatioPorch
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Shopping, Near Train, 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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Listing information last refreshed 6/27/2026. Provided courtesy of J.J. ELEK REALTY CO. via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.