556 Compton Ave
Perth Amboy, NJ 08861
Chickentown- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,486 sqft
$490,000
Last Sold: May 11, 2026
9% over list $450K
$330/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,342/mo*
$490,000
Last Sold: May 11, 2026
9% over list $450K
$330/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,342/mo*
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,486 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1919
Living Area
1,486 sqft
Price/Sqft
$330/sqft
Parking
Open Parking
HOA
None
About this House
Charming Colonial in a prime Perth Amboy location! This 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features a spacious layout with an eat-in kitchen, formal dining room, and attic with stair access offering great storage or future possibilities. Conveniently located near transportation, shopping, schools, and major highways. An excellent opportunity and a great option for first-time home buyers looking to personalize and add value. Property is being sold strictly AS IS. Buyer responsible for municipal inspections and certifications. Opportunities like this don't last. Schedule your showing today.
556 Compton Ave, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,486 sqft single-family home in Chickentown, built in 1919. It last sold for $490,000 on May 11, 2026 (9% above the $449,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $491,600, with a rent estimate of $2,934/month.
Home Details for 556 Compton Ave
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Interior Details Basement: Full, Laundry FacilitiesNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Kitchen, Basement |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1486 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Radiators-Hot Water, SteamNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiators Hot Water |
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Gas: Natural GasHas Electric on Property |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 3Number of Stories: 3Levels: Three Or MoreFloors: Ceramic Tile, Wood |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PorchFencing: Fencing/WallOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: Open Porch(es), Fencing/Wall, Storage Shed |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Common, On Street |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
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Year Built Year Built: 1919 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Not Attached Property |
Property Information Parcel Number: 1600285000000003 |
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Price List Price: $449,900Price Per Sqft: $330/sqft |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: Perth Amboy |
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Building Area Building Area: 1486 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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HOA Fee Frequency (second): Monthly |
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Lot Area: 2500.344 sqft |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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BasementMls Number: 2612150R |
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by DAYSE E. JACOME-VASQUEZ
REALTY OF AMERICA, (908) 884-0300
Source: All Jersey MLS, MLS#2612150R

Price History for 556 Compton Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 05/11/2026 | $490,000 | Sold | All Jersey MLS #2612150R |
| 04/06/2026 | $449,900 | Pending | GSMLS #4014466 |
| 04/03/2026 | $449,900 | Contingent | All Jersey MLS #2612150R |
| 03/14/2026 | $449,900 | PriceChange | All Jersey MLS #2612150R |
| 02/13/2026 | $449,977 | Listed For Sale | GSMLS #4009223 |
| 02/19/2021 | $290,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 01/03/2021 | $289,900 | Contingent | All Jersey MLS #2105658 |
| 09/26/2020 | $289,900 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 09/22/2020 | $289,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
Market trends in Perth Amboy
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Available listings
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $6,722 |
| Assessment | $222,800 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 556 Compton Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.02 | Single-Family Home | $450,000 | 10/24/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,292 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $440,000 | 03/30/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,612 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $505,000 | 06/18/26 | 4 | 2 | 2,076 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $415,000 | 11/25/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,416 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $510,000 | 02/03/26 | 4 | 3 | 1,580 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $350,000 | 11/20/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,444 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $485,000 | 06/23/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,254 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $258,700 | 04/21/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,381 |
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