Closed$625,000
TLC ≈ $3,833/mo
0 2 2,091 sqft
393 Prospect Street, South Amboy, NJ 08879
693 Cook Avenue, South Amboy, NJ 08879
$515,000
3 beds 2 baths 1,727 sqft Built 19300 days on marketActive
About this home
Great Opportunity in Laurence Harbor! This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch offers comfortable one-level living on a spacious corner lot. Freshly painted throughout, the home features beautifully refinished and new flooring, a convenient laundry room, and a functional layout with plenty of natural light. Step outside to the covered rear deck, perfect for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or relaxing with friends and family. The generous corner lot provides plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. Conveniently located near major highways, public transportation, shopping, restaurants, and everyday amenities, making commuting and daily living a breeze. Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or simply looking for a great place to call home, this property is 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 4% APR.
Your estimated payment
$4,009/mo
- Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
- $3,718
- Utilities
- $535
- Transportation
- $120
- Other (entertainment)
- $143
Principal + interest$2,336
Property tax + insurance$1,189
PMI / 2nd mortgage$193
Heating + cooling$113
Internet + TV + phone$143
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Car insurance + maintenance$120
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$991/mo
Purchase price
$515,000
Down payment
$25,750 (5%)
Loan amount
$489,250
APR
4%
Quick facts
Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Ranch
Year built
1930
Lot size
0.287 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Water
Public
HOA
—
Annual tax
$7,898
MLS #
2707129R
County
Middlesex
At a glance
Fireplace
Basement
Dishwasher
Home features
Appliances
DishwasherDryerElectric Range/OvenRefrigeratorRangeWasherElectric Water Heater
Interior
3 BedroomsKitchenBath MainFamily RoomNone
Exterior
Deck
Parking
1 Car Width
Patio & porch
Deck
Fireplace
Wood Burning StoveFree Standing
Kitchen
Galley Type
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Ceramic Tile, Wood
Roof
See Remarks
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple
Lot features
Wooded
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 10/29/2026. Provided courtesy of JERSEY PROPERTY GROUP REALTY via Central Jersey Multiple Listing System, INC. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.