$447,600
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,284 sqft
540 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Est. Refi. Payment $3,148/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Dec 26, 2018 for $210,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$448KSince last month
$0 (0%)Since last year
Increased$5K (+1.2%)Since last sale
Increased$238K (+113.1%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +110% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| September 2026 | $448K |
| August 2026 | $448K |
| July 2026 | $462K |
| June 2026 | $465K |
| May 2026 | $463K |
| April 2026 | $453K |
| March 2026 | $447K |
| February 2026 | $444K |
| January 2026 | $443K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.13 | Single-Family Home | $300,000 | 07/23/26 | 2 | 1.5 | 884 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $485,000 | 06/23/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,254 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $300,000 | 10/20/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,525 | |
0.05 | Single-Family Home | $450,000 | 10/24/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,292 | |
0.04 | Single-Family Home | $490,000 | 05/11/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,486 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $415,000 | 11/25/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,416 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $258,700 | 04/21/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,381 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $550,000 | 04/01/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,245 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $485,000 | 06/26/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,268 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | $450,000 | 12/11/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 1,242 |
Nearby home prices
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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0.04 | $490,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,486 | Recently Sold | |
0.04 | - | 7 | 2 | 2,332 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $510,000 | 3 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.05 | $463,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,292 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $472,300 | 3 | 1.5 | - | Off Market | |
0.10 | $385,300 | 2 | 1.5 | 972 | Off Market | |
0.14 | $503,900 | 3 | 2 | 1,440 | Off Market | |
0.13 | $340,000 | 2 | 1.5 | - | Recently Sold | |
0.13 | $300,000 | 2 | 1.5 | 884 | Recently Sold | |
0.11 | $516,800 | 2 | 2 | 1,920 | Off Market | |
0.14 | $650,000 | 5 | 2 | 2,020 | Recently Sold | |
0.17 | $609,000 | 5 | 3 | 2,698 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1919
1,284 sqft
$349/sqft
About this House
Great potential starter home or investment. Double lot, 3 car garages with automatic doors, driveway, open layout, big kitchen with pantry, good size living room, loads of natural light, 1.5 bath, base board heat, furnace is about 6 years old. Walk up basement, walk up attic ready to be finish for more storage. Property needs updates and TLC. Showings stars on 02/27/2018.
540 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,284 sqft single-family home in Chickentown, built in 1919. It last sold for $210,000 on Dec 26, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $447,600, with a rent estimate of $2,752/month.
Home Details for 540 Compton Ave
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Baseboard, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: Central, WallHeating Fuel: Baseboard |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Carpet |
Interior Details Types of Rooms: Dining Room |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: SlateExterior: Wood |
Parking & Garage Parking Spaces: 3 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1919 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Contemporary |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 5000 sqft |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
Dec 26, 2018 Source: N/A | Sold | $210,000 |
Oct 16, 2018 Source: N/A | Sold | $210,000 |
Sep 19, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $210,000 |
Aug 17, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $210,000 Price decreased by 9% |
Jun 22, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $229,900 Price decreased by 2% |
Apr 23, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $235,000 Price decreased by 2% |
Feb 27, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $239,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $7,365 | $244,100 |
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Frequently asked questions about 540 Compton Ave
- What is 540 Compton Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 540 Compton Ave in Perth Amboy, NJ is $447,600.
- What is the price history for 540 Compton Ave?540 Compton Ave in Perth Amboy, NJ last sold for $210,000 in December 2018.
- Is Perth Amboy a buyer's or seller's market?Perth Amboy is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What are the closest schools to 540 Compton Ave?The closest schools to 540 Compton Ave in Perth Amboy, NJ are James J. Flynn Elementary School (rated 3/10), Perth Amboy High School (rated 1/10), Samuel E Shull Middle School (rated 5/10).
- Does 540 Compton Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 540 Compton Ave in Perth Amboy, NJ has air conditioning.
- Does 540 Compton Ave have laundry facilities?Yes, 540 Compton Ave in Perth Amboy, NJ has in-unit laundry.
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