Closed$689,900
TLC ≈ $5,433/mo
3 2 1,520 sqft
85 Athens Avenue, South Amboy, NJ 08879
85 Athens Avenue, South Amboy, NJ 08879
$689,900
3 beds 2 baths 1,520 sqft Built 195814 days on marketClosed
About this home
Look no further! Beautiful 3 Bed 2 Bath Split with 1 Car Garage on a prime corner lot is sure to impress! While the mailing address is South Amboy, the home is situated in Old Bridge Twp with access to the excellent Old Bridg Twp school district. Well maintained inside and out with curb appeal in a prime commuter location, just pack your bags and move right in. Step up to the light and bright main level to find a spacious and sophisticated interior with generous room sizes, hardwood floors that shine, and tons of natural light all through. Lovely living room flows seamlessly into the elegant dining area, adorned with soaring vaulted ceilings that truly open up the space. French doors off the sun soaked dining area open to the rear deck, perfect for al fresco dining. Eat-in-kitchen offers sleek SS appliances, tiled flooring, gorgeous granite counters with tiled backsplash, recessed lighting, and ample premium cabinet storage. Head upstairs to find the main full bath with tub shower, and all 3 generous bedrooms with hardwood floors, ample closets, and lighted ceiling fans for added comfort. The Primary bedroom boasts dual walk-in closets, too! Sprawling finished lower level adds to the package, offering a dedicated laundry room, large family room and versatile, multi-use rec room with recessed lighting and slider to the rear patio for easy entertaining. Finished basement with utilities offers plenty of storage. Huge, plush, park-like backyard offers a deck and patio, completely fenced-in for your privacy and comfort, with plenty of extra space to build and play. Underground lawn sprinklers ensure easy lawn maintenance. 1 car garage protects from the elements, and the double wide driveway offers ample guest parking. All in a great location, right off of Route 34 for a seamless commute, close to shopping, dining, parks, schools and more. Don't miss out! This is a Move-in-Ready 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 4% APR.
Your estimated payment
$5,091/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $4,868
- Utilities
- $531
- Transportation
- $120
- Other (entertainment)
- $143
Principal + interest$3,129
Property tax + insurance$1,480
PMI / 2nd mortgage$259
Heating + cooling$111
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$120
Budget$5,591/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$689,900
Down payment
$34,495 (5%)
Loan amount
$655,405
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Split Level
Year built
1958
Lot size
0.1492 ac
Stories
3
Heating
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$9,628
MLS #
2701398R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Air conditioning
Basement
Garage (1)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerFree-Standing FreezerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsDrapes-See RemarksHigh CeilingsShades-ExistingVaulted Ceiling(s)Laundry RoomBath FullOther Room(s)Family RoomKitchenLiving RoomDining Room3 BedroomsAttic
Exterior
Lawn SprinklersOpen Porch(es)CurbsDeckPatioDoor(s)-Storm/ScreenScreen/Storm WindowSidewalkFencing/WallYardInsulated Pane Windows
Community
CurbsSidewalks
Parking
Concrete2 Car WidthAdditional ParkingGarageAttached
Patio & porch
PorchDeckPatio
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsEat-in KitchenSeparate Dining Area
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Near Shopping, Corner Lot, Level
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 7/24/2026. Provided courtesy of RE/MAX 1st ADVANTAGE via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.