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TLC ≈ $286/mo
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684 West Avenue, Sewaren, NJ 07077
639 johnstone Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
$299,000
1 beds 1 baths 630 sqft Built 19290 days on marketActive
About this home
Welcome to 639 Johnstone Street in Perth Amboy! This charming single family home offers a great opportunity for buyers looking to make a home their own. Situated on a large lot, the property offers plenty of potential both inside and out. Conveniently located near local shopping, dining, schools, major roadways and public transportation, making everyday commuting and errands a breeze. Whether you're a first time homebuyer, downsizing, or looking for your next investment opportunity, this property is full of possibilities.
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
$2,538/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $2,173
- Utilities
- $456
- Transportation
- $145
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$1,356
Property tax + insurance$705
PMI / 2nd mortgage$112
Heating + cooling$66
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$145
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$2,462/mo
Purchase price
$299,000
Down payment
$14,950 (5%)
Loan amount
$284,050
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Other
Year built
1929
Lot size
0.0918 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
None
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$4,945
MLS #
2702221R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Basement
Home features
Appliances
DryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveRefrigeratorRangeWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
Firealarm1 BedroomKitchenLiving RoomBath MainStorageNone
Exterior
Open Porch(es)Enclosed Porch(es)Storage Shed
Parking
1 Car WidthDriveway
Patio & porch
PorchEnclosed
Kitchen
Not Eat-in Kitchen
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Security
Fire Alarm
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
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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Listing information last refreshed 8/13/2026. Provided courtesy of REDFIN CORPORATION via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.