For sale

$299,000

639 Johnstone St, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

1beds

630sqft

$2,102/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1929

3,998 Square Feet Lot

$345,300 Zestimate^®

$475/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Large lot

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.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1

Dining room

Features: Living Dining Combo

Kitchen

Features: Not Eat-in Kitchen

Basement

Area: 0

Heating

Baseboard

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Washer, Gas Water Heater

Features

Firealarm, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Bath Main, Storage, None
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Vinyl-Linoleum
Basement: Partial, Bath Half
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 630
Total interior livable area: 630 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: 1 Car Width, Driveway
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Patio & porch: Porch, Enclosed
Exterior features: Open Porch(es), Enclosed Porch(es), Storage Shed

Lot

Size: 3,998 Square Feet
Dimensions: 100.00 x 0.00
Features: See Remarks

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 1600332000000017
Zoning: R-50

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Other
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Year built: 1929

Utilities & green energy

Gas: Natural Gas
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: See Remarks

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Fire Alarm

Location

Region: Perth Amboy

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $475/sqft
Tax assessed value: $155,600
Annual tax amount: $4,945
Date on market: 8/13/2026
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

$345,300

$300,000 - $387,000

$2,178/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/13/2026	Listed for sale	$299,000+232.6%$475/sqft
Source: All Jersey MLS #2702221R Report a problem
8/14/2002	Sold	$89,900$143/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$4,694	$155,600
2024	$4,694 +0.2%	$155,600
2023	$4,685 +1.2%	$155,600
2022	$4,629 -0.1%	$155,600
2021	$4,635 +0%	$155,600
2020	$4,634 +0.5%	$155,600
2019	$4,610 +6.7%	$155,600
2018	$4,321 -3.6%	$155,600
2017	$4,481 -0.7%	$155,600
2016	$4,512 -0.6%	$155,600
2015	$4,540 -10.4%	$155,600
2014	$5,067 +5.9%	$155,600 -12.9%
2013	$4,786 +0.9%	$178,600
2012	$4,742 +7.9%	$178,600
2011	$4,394 +3.7%	$178,600
2010	$4,238 +9%	$178,600
2009	$3,888	$178,600
2008	--	$178,600
2007	$5,830 +1.2%	$178,600 +165.8%
2006	$5,760 +1.3%	$67,200
2005	$5,684 +900%	$67,200
2004	$568	$67,200
2003	--	$67,200
2002	--	$67,200
2001	--	$67,200