--- title: "168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861" description: "168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 — Multi Family Home in Perth Amboy, Perth Amboy, NJ. Listing Price $579,000. Studio bed, 2 bath, 1,878 sqft Illustrative Buyer Commission Share of $8,685 at closing, based on a 3% buyer-broker commission." url: "https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/buy/newjersey/perth-amboy/08861/168-1st-street-nj-08861" source: "Real Estate Rebate Team" status: "Active" --- # 168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 Multi Family Home in Perth Amboy, Perth Amboy, NJ Courtesy of EXP REALTY, LLC ## At a Glance - **Listing Price**: $579,000 - **Beds**: Studio - **Baths**: 2 - **Sqft**: 1,878 - **Monthly Taxes**: $530 / mo - **Price per Sqft**: $308 - **Brokerage Fee**: Share Eligible ## The Private Brokerage Advantage As an independent luxury buyer representative, Régis shares 50% of the buyer-side commission he actually receives on your purchase. Eligible buyers receive that Buyer Commission Share directly at closing to offset closing costs, down payments, or renovations. The figures below are illustrative, based on a **3% buyer-broker commission**; your share follows the commission offered on the transaction. - **Contract Purchase Price**: $579,000 - **Illustrative Buyer Commission Share**: -$8,685* - **Illustrative Net Cost**: $570,315 *Illustrative Buyer Savings of $8,685 — 50% of a 3% buyer-broker commission, shared at closing.* [Request a private tour](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/contact) · [Estimate your Buyer Commission Share](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/calculators/buyer-closing-cost-calculator) ## Photos (10) ![168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 — photo 1 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/e0e58161-ce21-440b-8ce9-4a00e11b3f26.jpg) ![168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 — photo 2 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/83043123-6ee9-40c0-b021-b46e8b82160a.jpg) ![168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 — photo 3 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/44911345-bf48-40ee-bd42-7e2116ed877a.jpg) ![168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 — photo 4 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/454caf35-85b3-460d-aa85-8ae5e5e88128.jpg) ![168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 — photo 5 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/ec9b70f9-2bcb-4f75-87d8-b5057e604343.jpg) ![168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 — photo 6 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/00f9b19d-a155-4010-a2ec-f5b16cb937e2.jpg) ![168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 — photo 7 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/b891aaa0-d947-4466-841f-fc6abf031a69.jpg) ![168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 — photo 8 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/9d71cf16-ac5b-49ed-98b9-c33620087bc3.jpg) ![168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 — photo 9 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/f3fbbd05-868a-43df-89b5-bdf88370ba7b.jpg) ![168 1st Street, Perth Amboy, NJ 08861 — photo 10 of 10](https://realestaterebatesnewyork-bucket.nyc3.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/e3f80697-b976-4a01-9064-921684507d1f.jpg) ## Property Overview Excellent investment opportunity in a prime location! This versatile multi-family property features a spacious 1-bedroom apartment complete with a living room, kitchen, and full bathroom, along with four additional private rooms with shared common facilities. Both the apartment and rooms are currently occupied, providing steady rental income for the owner. The property also offers a large backyard and ample off-street parking for tenants and guests. One of the standout features is the potential to convert the property into a duplex, creating additional value and increasing future rental income potential. The existing layout offers flexibility and can be easily modified to fit a variety of investment goals. Conveniently located near close New York Transport, shopping, restaurants, and public transportation, this is a rare opportunity to own a profitable income-producing property in a highly desirable area. Don't miss out on this exceptional investment opportunity!This property features a unique combination of a private 1-bedroom apartment and a 4-room boarding house.Deep Lot With 4 Parking Spots .A Must See !!! ## Property Details - **Property Type**: 2 Family - **Rooms**: 7 - **Sqft**: 1,878 sqft - **Stories**: 2 - **Year Built**: 1891 - **Price per Sqft**: $308 - **Monthly Taxes**: $530 / mo - **Listed On**: May 12, 2026 - **Days on Market**: 123 Days ### Residence Features - Ceiling Fan(s),A/C Window Unit(s) - Baseboard - Water Heater(Gas) - Water Heater - Full - Utility Room - 4(+)Car Parking - Porch - Unit 1(1 Bedroom,Kitchen,1 Bath,Living Room) - Unit 2(1 Bedroom,2 Bedrooms,3 Bedrooms,4 Bedrooms,Kitchen,1 Bath,See Remarks) - Near Shopping - Near Train - Sloped - Near Public Transit - Porch - Electricity Connected - Natural Gas Connected - Natural Gas - Public - Public Sewer ### Building Amenities - Unit 1 Owner Pays(See Remarks) - Unit 2 Owner Pays(Electric,See Remarks,Fuel,Gas) ## Estimated Monthly Payment **$3,457 / month**, assuming a 20% down payment ($115,800), a 6.5% interest rate and a 30-year term. The page's calculator lets a buyer change all three. - **Principal & Interest**: $2,928 - **Property Taxes**: $530 Estimates only. Actual payments may vary. Confirm terms with your lender. ## Perth Amboy City Explore more real estate and insights about Perth Amboy City. [Explore Perth Amboy City](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/nj/middlesex/perth-amboy-city) · [All Neighborhoods](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods) ## Related Links - [Perth Amboy City neighborhood guide](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/neighborhoods/nj/middlesex/perth-amboy-city) - [Estimate your Buyer Commission Share and closing costs](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/calculators/buyer-closing-cost-calculator) - [Contact Régis Roumila](https://realestaterebatesnewyork.com/contact) --- > Listing data is provided in part from the Internet Listing Display (ILD) database of the All Jersey Multiple Listing System, Inc. (AJMLS). Listings held by brokerage firms other than the site owner are identified accordingly. AJMLS does not warrant the accuracy, quality, reliability, completeness, or usefulness of the information provided. Data is for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use only and may be used solely to identify properties consumers may be interested in purchasing or renting. © 2026 All Jersey Multiple Listing System, Inc. All rights reserved. > All information furnished regarding property for sale, rental or financing is from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made as to the accuracy thereof and same is submitted subject to errors, omissions, change of price, rental or other conditions, prior sale, lease or financing or withdrawal without notice. All dimensions are approximate. For exact dimensions, you must hire your own architect or engineer and the number of bedrooms listed is for informational purposes and is not a legal conclusion. 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