243 Elm Street, South Amboy, NJ 08879 - Photo 1

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$525,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,656 Sq. Ft.

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Property Description

Charming and beautifully maintained, zoned as a single-family home, cozy and light-filled, it is nestled on a dead-end street, offering the perfect blend of space and functionality. Ideal for multigenerational living, the property features a thoughtfully designed layout with a separate side entrance leading to a private living area. The main section of the home is spacious and welcoming, featuring three generously sized bedrooms, a full bath on the first floor, and a convenient half bath on the second level. The separate living area is perfect for extended family or guests. It includes a comfortable living space on the main floor, and a private bedroom and full bathroom on the second floor. Two finished basements! Perfect location for NYC commuters. Outdoor living is just as inviting with a side deck, perfect for entertaining or relaxing, a small pond, and a fire pit area ready for evening gatherings. Long driveway with ample parking and a one-car garage. Location is everything, and this home delivers: Just minutes from Route 35, Route 9, and the Garden State Parkway make commuting a breeze. South Amboy offers direct train, bus, and in-town ferry service to Manhattan. Spend weekends visiting the scenic Raritan Bay Waterfront Park, or enjoy the charm of South Amboy's downtown. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a spacious, flexible property in a prime location!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 243 Elm St

General

Sold For: $525,000
Taxes: $8,340 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: Middlesex
MLS ID: 2602981R
Added to Site: 150 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Blinds, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Kitchen Second, Bath Full, Dining Room, Family Room, 4 Bedrooms, Bath Half, None
Appliances: Self Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl/Linoleum, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Other Rooms

Living Room: 1,656 Sq. Ft.

Exterior

Exterior Features: Barbecue, Deck, Patio, Storage Shed
Deck/Patio: Deck, Patio

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: 1 Car Width, Concrete, 3 Cars Deep, Garage, Attached, Built-In Garage, Detached
Parking: 1 Car Width, Concrete, 3 Cars Deep, Garage, Attached, Built-In Garage, Detached

Location

County: Middlesex

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Heating Type: Baseboard, Radiant

Utilities

Gas: Natural Gas
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utility Description: Underground Utilities

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Other
Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Finished, Storage Space, Interior Entry, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities
Roof: Asphalt
Windows: Blinds
Stories/Levels: 2
Square Feet: 1,656
Year Built: 1940

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.1148
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,001
Lot Dimensions: 100.00 x 50.00
Lot Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, Near Public Transit
Lot Description: Near Shopping, Near Train, Near Public Transit

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $8,340
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 2000131000000002

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Schools

Schools serving 243 Elm St

School District:South Amboy City School District

Name	Grades	Distance
South Amboy Elementary School 249 John Street, South Amboy, NJ 08879	PK-6	0.6 mi
South Amboy High School 200 Governor Harold G Hoffman, South Amboy, NJ 08879	7-12	0.9 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 243 Elm St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/21/2025

Sold

$525,000

-1.87%

MLS

9/04/2025

Price Reduced

$535,000

-2.55%

MLS

8/21/2025

Listed

$549,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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