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Sold on 10/17/2023

159 Ely Ave, Laurence Harbor, NJ 08879

$577,000

Last sold 10/17/2023 for $520K

  • 4

    bed

  • 2

    bath

House not for sale

About 159 Ely Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1975
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 1,420 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 1 garage spaces
Property description
Why to rent when you can buy? This home is more than just a place to live! It's a place to raise a family, make memories, and build a life. The quiet dead-end street is perfect for little ones to play safely, and the close proximity to the elementary school. The new rugs and landscaping add a touch of luxury to the home, and the spacious fenced backyard is perfect for entertaining guests or spending time with family. The car garage provides plenty of storage space. This home is perfect for anyone looking for a quiet, convenient, and family-friendly home. Nearby Major Hwy and shopping areas.
Listed by
Listing Office - REALTYMARK SELECT
Source: Central Jersey MLS - CJMLS mls logo
MLS#2400131R • last updated 2 years ago
Movoto checked Central Jersey MLS - CJMLS for data 9 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Heating Forced Air
Levels/Style Two, Bi-Level, Bi-Level
SubType Single Family Residence
Living Area Units Square Feet
Status Closed
MLS # 2400131R
Type Residential
Lot Size (Acres) 0.0326
Lot Size (SqFt) 1420
Prop Tax 6106
HOA Fee 2 Freq Monthly
Year Built 1975
Interior
Total # Of Bathrooms 2
# Full Bath 1
# Half Bath 1
# Bedrooms 4
Total # Of Rooms 6
Kitchen Country Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Separate Dining Area
Dining Room Dining L
Flooring Carpet
Interior Features 2 Bedrooms, Dining Room, Bath Half, Family Room, Laundry Room, Bath Full, Kitchen, None
Appliances Dishwasher, Gas Range/Oven, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Kitchen Exhaust Fan, Electric Water Heater
Exterior
Roof Asphalt
Parking Desc 2 Car Width, Asphalt, Garage, Attached, Built-In Garage, Driveway, On Street
# Covered Spaces 1
# Garage Spaces 1
Lot Dimensions 0 X 0
Lot Desc Dead - End Street
Amenities / Utilities
Gas Oil
Utilities Underground Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Public Available
Water Source Public
Pool Desc None
Location
County Middlesex
Subdivision Unknown
Zoning R5
APN 1502078000000157
Multifamily Details
$577K
Range: $496K-$657K
Last 30 days 
  • Oct 2023
    mls logo MLS # 2400131R
  • Oct 17, 2023 Sold
    $520,000
  • Aug 30, 2023 Active
    —
  • Jul 5, 2023 Listed
    $489,900
  • Sep 2023
    Public Records
  • Sep 20, 2023 Sold
    $520,000 (+6.1%)
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2023
    $6,906 +2.8%
    $125,700
  • 2022
    $6,720 +10.2%
    $125,700
  • 2021
    $6,101 -6.4%
    $125,700
  • 2020
    $6,516 +1.6%
    $125,700
  • 2019
    $6,412 +9.7%
    $125,700
  • 2018
    $5,845 -4.8%
    $125,700
  • 2017
    $6,143 +2.0%
    $125,700
  • 2016
    $6,021 +1.8%
    $125,700
  • 2015
    $5,915 +1.2%
    $125,700
  • 2014
    $5,844
    —
  • 159 Ely Ave
    $520K
  • Unknown
    —
  • 08879
    $440K -11% y/y
  • Laurence Harbor
    $399K -18% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
161 Ely Ave, Laurence Harbor, NJ 08879 $389,000 2/1 768 0.01
154 Ely Ave, Laurence Harbor, NJ 08879 $555,000 3/1 1,420 0.02
238 Britton Ave, South Amboy, NJ 08879 $655,000 4/1 2,139 0.02
129 Ely Ave, Laurence Harbor, NJ 08879 $528,000 —/— 1,498 0.02
130 Ely Ave, Laurence Harbor, NJ 08879 $423,000 2/— 684 0.02
234 Britton Ave, South Amboy, NJ 08879 $574,000 —/— 1,560 0.02
126 Ely Ave, Laurence Harbor, NJ 08879 $434,000 2/1 700 0.02
240 Britton Ave, South Amboy, NJ 08879 $544,000 —/— 1,306 0.03

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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