Closed$389,000
TLC ≈ $2,760/mo
3 2 1,333 sqft
685 Raritan Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
54 Evergreen Avenue, Fords, NJ 08863
$499,999
3 beds 2 baths 1,232 sqft Built 19150 days on marketActive
About this home
Beautifully updated two-story Victorian-style home situated on a double lot, offering plenty of outdoor space and room to enjoy. The property features a rear driveway with ample parking, a two-car garage, and a storage shed for added convenience. Inside, you'll find stylish updates throughout, including newly installed laminate flooring, ceiling fans, and recessed lighting. The kitchen boasts crisp white shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and granite countertops, flowing seamlessly into the dining area and open living roomperfect for everyday living and entertaining. The finished basement offers a versatile bonus room ideal for additional living space, a home office, or a recreation area. The remaining basement space includes the laundry and utility areas, with plenty of potential for extra storage or a home gym. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, schools, parks, major highways, and public transportation, this home offers a wonderful combination of charm, modern updates, outdoor space, and commuter convenience! PHOTOS COMING SOON!!!
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
$3,901/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $3,658
- Utilities
- $432
- Transportation
- $136
- Other (entertainment)
- $158
Principal + interest$2,268
Property tax + insurance$1,202
PMI / 2nd mortgage$188
Heating + cooling$79
Internet + TV + phone$158
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$136
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$1,099/mo
Purchase price
$499,999
Down payment
$25,000 (5%)
Loan amount
$474,999
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Colonial
Year built
1915
Lot size
—
Stories
2
Heating
Radiators-Steam
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$8,455
MLS #
2706706R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Basement
Garage (2)
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenExhaust FanMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherKitchen Exhaust FanGas Water Heater
Interior
BlindsFirealarmBath FullDining RoomKitchenLiving Room3 BedroomsAtticOther Room(s)
Exterior
Fencing/WallOutbuilding(s)YardStorage ShedDoor(s)-Storm/ScreenPatioOpen Porch(es)BasementPermanent Foundation
Parking
3 Cars DeepAsphaltGarageDetachedDrivewayOn StreetPaved
Patio & porch
PatioPorch
Pool
None
Kitchen
Granite/Corian CountertopsKitchen Exhaust FanSeparate Dining AreaPantry
Dining
Living Dining Combo
Security
Fire Alarm
Flooring
Laminate, Ceramic Tile
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Interior Lot, Near Shopping, See Remarks
Neighborhood — 08863
| Metric | This ZIP | County | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,849 | 8,832,837 | 299,088,112 |
| Population Change Since1990 | 8.00% | 14.00% | 20.00% |
| Population Density | 8,042 | 1,137 | — |
| Male | 7,219 | 4,307,827 | 147,432,321 |
| Female | 7,630 | 4,525,010 | 151,655,844 |
| Never Married | 2,906 | 1,965,811 | 63,775,926 |
| Married | 6,748 | 3,647,435 | 123,120,365 |
| Separated | 521 | 391,239 | 12,639,686 |
| Widowed | 917 | 515,172 | 15,467,586 |
| Divorced | 960 | 529,393 | 23,075,029 |
| Number Of House Hold | 5,657 | 3,167,345 | 111,826,380 |
| Average House Hold Size | 2.62 | 2.73 | 2.60 |
| Medial Age | 37.02 | 37.15 | 35.46 |
| Median House Hold Income | $70,869 | $63,392 | $48,276 |
| Average House Hold Income | $78,507 | $83,312 | $63,629 |
| P C I | $29,942 | $30,662 | $24,529 |
| M D I | $57,728 | $52,505 | $41,133 |
| A T H E | $59,571 | $61,369 | $50,898 |
| S T R | 7.00% | 7.00% | — |
| W C J | 81.51% | 81.02% | 77.74% |
(Zip) Code
8863
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Listing information last refreshed 10/22/2026. Provided courtesy of RE/MAX IN STYLE via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.