898 Main St, Salem, NJ 08079
OFF MARKET

898 Main St
Salem, NJ 08079

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,162 sqft (on 0.84 acres)

$332,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,456/mo*
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$332,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,456/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,162 sqft
(on 0.84 acres)

Local Information

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Description

A farmhouse lifestyle awaits! With some cosmetic updates, this CLASSIC BEAUTY will SHINE so BRIGHT! Welcome to 898 Main Street in desirable Canton section of Lower Alloway’s Creek! This 3-bedroom, 2 FULL bath home is 2162 square feet. There is a bonus room too---could use as a 4th bedroom, office, or flex space! TAX ONLY $2,743….and PUBLIC SEWER! Enjoy the seasons on the front enclosed porch. The living and family room spaces are charming, and the KITCHEN/DINING area are approx. 430 square feet! Talk about a great entertaining house with an open kitchen/dining area! There is one bedroom on the 1st floor, along with a full bath and laundry area. The 2nd floor features 2 sizeable bedrooms with hardwood floors & good closets, and a full bath with tile shower and double sink vanity. The attic is a walk up—so even more potential there for storage or to finish into living space. There is also a partial basement. Almost an acre lot (0.84 acres) ---cleared and level! In the yard, find a shed for all the lawn equipment. Home will be sold in total “as is” condition. Unlock the potential of this home, and enjoy the laid back and low tax life that Lower Alloway's Creek has to offer!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from November 22, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
4 Open Spaces
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 898 Main St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: PartialNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2162 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Oven/Range - Electric, Refrigerator, Water HeaterLaundry: Hookup,Main Level,Mud RoomRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 150 Amps
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2.5Levels: Two and One HalfAccessibility: NoneFloors: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Trees/Woods, Street

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Metal ShinglePatio / Porch: Porch, EnclosedOther Structures: Above Grade, Below GradeExterior: StorageFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Open Parking Spaces: 4No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Asphalt,Driveway
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2162 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1896
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Colonial,Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: FrameNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: GoodIncluded in Sale: Refrigerator, Electric Stove, Shed.Parcel Number: 050003900023

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $275,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Nov 22 2024Possession Timing: 0-30 Days CD, 31-60 Days CD, Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: SALEMCommunity: Canton
School Information
Elementary School District: Lower Alloways Creek Town SchoolsJr High / Middle School District: Lower Alloways Creek Town SchoolsHigh School District: Lower Alloways Creek Town Schools

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2162 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.84 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Appraisal, Attorney Review, Home InspectionListing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, USDA Loan, VA Loan

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: NJSA2011760Municipality: LOWER ALLOWAYS CREEKAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2162
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Tara Puitz, (609) 420-5821
Mahoney Realty Pennsville, LLC
Bought with: Bob Dick Sr, (856) 582-1200, Keller Williams Realty - Washington Township
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#NJSA2011760

Price History for 898 Main St

DatePriceEventSource
11/22/2024$300,000Sold
Bright MLS #NJSA2011760
11/09/2024$275,000PendingBright MLS #NJSA2011760
10/17/2024$275,000ContingentBright MLS #NJSA2011760
10/06/2024$275,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #NJSA2011760

Market trends in Salem

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,870
Assessment$161,400
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 898 Main St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
906 Main St, Salem, NJ
0.06
Single-Family Home
$375,000
02/24/26
3
2
1,756
20 Long Bridge Rd, Salem, NJ
0.76
Single-Family Home
$145,000
02/06/26
4
3
2,240
619 Smick Rd, Salem, NJ
1.11
Single-Family Home
$400,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,626
121 Frog Ocean Rd, Salem, NJ
0.70
Single-Family Home
$550,000
06/25/25
3
3
3,346
69 Buckhorn Rd, Salem, NJ
1.19
Single-Family Home
$250,000
10/14/25
3
1.5
1,745

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What Locals Say about Salem

At least 72 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 83 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 70 % Say parking is easy

  • 65 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say there's wildlife

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 48 % Say it's quiet

  • 41 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 36 % Say there are community events

  • 35 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 32 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 18 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Kayana Benson
    "My neighbors, are very friendly, they are some great helpful people but you have to be careful who you surround yourself and tell business too, overall salem is a small community in everybody just trying to do the same thing in that’s living day by day."
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  • Peggy Brown
    "I don’t know of any events that were held that would make me say that my neighborhood special st all."
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  • Famgoon Chop
    "The town is horrible no shopping store nothing ! In it’s also very dangerous . In a bad environment to raise kids "
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  • Angelashockley56
    "None anymore it's a small town with a lot of violence crime.There's no grocery store you need a vehicle to go to the mall or any other department store."
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  • Angelashockley56
    "There are buses my city is small so it's not far to walk to a bus that comes each way every 25 30min."
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  • Kiersten H.
    "I know all the dogs in my area, when one gets out of the yard anyone who is available to help joins in. I’ve personally returned neighbors dogs that wandered in my yard to play with my dog. There are allot of sidewalks, most maintained, some not. There’s also allot of areas of nature walks to check out"
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  • Jefferson B.
    "Gun shots gun shots gun shots. Place is horrible. Would not recommend moving here. Cheap rent isn’t worth your life. "
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  • Kiersten H.
    "We have lived here for 3 years now. We love the neighbors, the city is getting rid of the bad seeds in town and allot of great people are coming in. So much history and new businesses are popping up, soul food, distilleries, little shops. Great place! "
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  • Kiersten H.
    "On 8th street there is a strong sense of community, we all know each other and we are all interested in the rich history and development of the city. Low taxes and great neighbors, as a PhD student at Rutgers I feel welcome as a homeowner in the area. I highly recommend. "
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  • Kiersten H.
    "My neighborhood has many historical homes. Poor individuals have been moving out, and more businesses are moving in. Very low taxes "
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  • Waynelipk0
    "Quaint little "shore" feeling town. No businesses so you have to drive to get anything. neighbors are all friendly. "
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  • Orlando M.
    "People usually got the dogs in cages They do not pick up after the dogs they do not care after their dogs they have their dogs always locked up in cages"
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  • Puniboy
    "i live along the main highway where there are no sidewalks. getting anywhere requires driving. people tend to use the shoulder of the road to pass vehicles turning in the opposite direction"
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  • shorty
    "Chestnut Terrace is similar to living in Elsinboro. Quiet, safe, and good neighbors. Great place for walks and bike rides with no traffic. Inexpensive taxes with a beautiful home! School choice is available."
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  • Puniboy
    "Quinton Township School is great! The few restaurants we do have are awesome! The community is very welcoming and very hospitable. "
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  • Patrick M.
    "There is no public transportation. There is only one stoplight in town. There is little traffic. I do not know what else they want me to say about the non-existent traffic in this small town."
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  • Adeadfaith
    "Country living. Everything is very spread out. Neighbors are friendly. Biggest flaw is there is no grocery store. Safe neighborhood tho. "
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  • Nicolereiter7
    "My neighborhood is quiet and private. There a few small country stores near by for the essentials and just enough local eateries to keep it interesting. We are just far enough from the bridges to be convenient."
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  • Nicolereiter7
    "I have not lived in Mannington Township however love the area. It is great mix of open land and little neighborhoods. "
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  • Linda S.
    "It is a true shame what this area of town has become... I grew up in 266 Sinnickson St and the area was wonderful back in those days... If the area was cleaned up from crime, etc. than I would actually think about living there again... I do have many fond memories of this home... "
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  • spacepotato44
    "In 15 months I will live here and it is good. It has been 6 seconds and I still like this place :)))"
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898 Main St, Salem, NJ 08079 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,162 sqft single-family home built in 1896. This property is not currently available for sale. 898 Main St was last sold on Nov 22, 2024 for $300,000 (9% higher than the asking price of $275,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 898 Main St is $332,400.