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Half-Duplex Home with Fenced Yard

686 Colgate Avenue Perth Amboy, NJ 08862

New
686 Colgate Avenue, Perth Amboy, NJ, 08862
$390,000
For Sale
$390,000

SINGLE_FAMILY - Other - Perth Amboy, NJ

Property Size928 SF
Lot Size0.06 Acres
Price / SF$420.26
Days on Market1

Property Features for 686 Colgate Avenue

General Information

Property type
Residential
Property subtype
Duplex
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Rooms
Bathroom 1, Basement, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1
Parking features
Driveway, On Street
Patio and Porch features
Deck, Patio, Porch
Pets allowed
Dogs OK, Cats OK
Interior features
Attic - Pull Down Stairs
Exterior features
Lighting
Fencing
Fenced
Basement
Unfinished
Standard status
Active
APN
16-00302-0000-00045
Size
928 SF
Lot size
0.06 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
5231

Utilities

Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling system
Central Air
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1942
Floors in Building
2
Flooring type
Laminate, Carpet
Roof type
Shingle
Architectural style
Other
Listing Agency Keller Williams Realty Monmouth/Ocean
353 N County Line Road, Jackson, NJ
Listed by Kandice Antenucci · License #1862388
Added: Jul 17 Checked: Jul 17 at 9:06 am
MLS# 22621251 Listing URL

Copyright © 2026 More MLS. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This bright and inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath half-duplex offers an open living and dining area designed for everyday entertaining. The galley kitchen includes ample cabinet and countertop space, and it connects to a fenced backyard suitable for outdoor living. A full basement provides additional space, and the second floor features two generously sized bedrooms and a newer full bath.

The home includes a brand new roof, with a water heater installed approximately 1.5 years ago. There is also a gas hookup for the stove, and the seller prefers electric cooking. Set on a quiet street in Perth Amboy, the property is close to shopping and dining, and offers easy access to major highways and commuter depots for travel to NYC. It is also described as being near waterfront areas.

Key Highlights

  • 2‑bedroom, 1‑bath half‑duplex with an open living and dining area
  • Brand new shingle roof and hot water heater (HWH) about 1.5 years old
  • Full basement with potential for additional finished space

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $23.7k $25.56
− Vacancy −$1.5k −$1.65
EGI $22.2k $23.91
− OpEx −$6.7k −$7.17
NOI $15.5k $16.74
928 SF · lease $25.56/SF/yr · vacancy 6.46% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$221.9K
$194.1K – $258.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $15,531 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.98%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$203.9K
$178.4K – $237.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $14,271 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.66%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$242.3K
$212.0K – $282.7K (±1% cap)
NOI $16,962 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.35%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Real Estate Agency Parking Lot & Garage Skin Care Clinic Cafe & Coffee Shop Acupuncture Gym & Fitness Center Locksmith (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Carpet & Flooring Store Hotel & Motel

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Bright 2-bedroom, 1-bath half-duplex with an open living/dining layout, full basement, and fenced backyard.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 686 Colgate Avenue Perth Amboy, NJ.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $390,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 2‑bedroom, 1‑bath half‑duplex with an open living and dining area; Brand new shingle roof and hot water heater (HWH) about 1.5 years old; Full basement with potential for additional finished space
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