Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,342 sqft
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.15 acresLot Size
1888Year Built
$209/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Charming 3-Bedroom Home with Modern Updates and Amazingly Low Taxes! Step inside this beautifully updated 1888 home and feel the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort. From the moment you walk through the door, you’ll notice the natural light streaming through every room, giving the whole house a bright, welcoming feel. The renovated kitchen is truly the heart of the home—featuring sleek countertops, modern cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances that make cooking and entertaining...Charming 3-Bedroom Home with Modern Updates and Amazingly Low Taxes! Step inside this beautifully updated 1888 home and feel the perfect blend of historic charm and modern comfort. From the moment you walk through the door, you’ll notice the natural light streaming through every room, giving the whole house a bright, welcoming feel. The renovated kitchen is truly the heart of the home—featuring sleek countertops, modern cabinetry, and stainless-steel appliances that make cooking and entertaining a joy. The updated bathroom feels like a spa retreat with its fresh, modern finishes. The stunning laundry room designed with much more than laundry in mind. You’ll love the formal dining room for family dinners, a cozy living room for relaxing nights in, and a sunny bonus room that’s perfect for your morning coffee or a quiet afternoon read. Upstairs, three cozy bedrooms feature new carpeting and plenty of natural light. The walk-up attic offers easy storage or the potential for a future bonus room. Outside, the fully fenced backyard gives you a private space to play, garden, or unwind—ideal for pets and outdoor living. With property taxes under $1,400 and everything move-in ready, this home is an incredible value for first-time buyers or anyone looking to downsize. Conveniently located near I-95, 295, and the NJ Turnpike, you’ll have easy access to everything while still enjoying a peaceful, neighborhood setting. Come see why this charming home is so easy to fall in love with—it’s ready for its next chapter, and that could be yours.
  • Listed by: Shannon Oberman 609.202.4539 shannonoberman@gmail.com • Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Maturo
Listing closed: 04/24/2026 12:00 AM • Source: BRIGHT, MLS#: NJSA2017140

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Property Information for 56 Main Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,381 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Fee Simple
  • County: Salem County
  • Tax ID Number: 05-00016-00012
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Condo Coop Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Style: Farmhouse/National Folk
  • Levels/Stories: 2
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage: No
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE
  • Subdivision: NONE AVAILABLE (SALEM NJ)
  • Municipality: LOWER ALLOWAYS CREEK
  • Central Air: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Room Count: 9
  • Above Grade Finished SQFT: 1,342.00
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT Source: Estimated
  • New Construction: No
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1888
  • Lot Size: 0.15 AC / 6,534 SF
Location
Location
  • School District Name: LOWER ALLOWAYS CREEK TOWN SCHOOLS
  • School District County ID: 300200396389
  • County: SALEM
  • MLS Area: Lower Alloways Creek (21705)
Waterfront / Water Access
Waterfront / Water Access
  • Water View: No
  • Water Access: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Navigable Water: No
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Riparian Rights Y/N: No
Association / Community Info
Association / Community Info
  • Property Manager Y/N: No
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Recreation Fee Y/N: No
Taxes and Assessment
Taxes and Assessment
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Assessed Value: $77,700
  • Year Assessed: 2021
  • County Tax: $0
  • Improvement Assessed Value: $62,300
  • Land Assessed Value: $15,400
  • Land Use Code: 0
  • Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
  • Tax Lot: 00012
  • School Tax: $0
  • Tax Page Number: 307
  • Automatically Update Tax Values Y/N: Yes
Rooms
Main
  • # Bedrooms Count Main Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Count Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Full Main Level: 1
  • # Bathrooms Half Main Level: 0
All Upper Levels
  • # Bedrooms Count All Upper Levels: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count All Upper Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full All Upper Levels: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half All Upper Levels: 0
Upper Level 1
  • # Bedrooms Count Upper Level: 3
  • # Bathrooms Count Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Full Upper Level: 0
  • # Bathrooms Half Upper Level: 0
Rooms
  • Room List: Living Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Sun/Florida Room, Laundry, Bathroom 1
  • Stories: Main, Upper 1
Rooms Information
Room 1
  • Room Type: Bathroom 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 2
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 3
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level: Upper 1
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 5
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 6
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 7
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 8
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Room 9
  • Room Type: Sun/Florida Room
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Exists: Yes
Building Info
Building Info
  • Year Major Reno Remodel: 2024
  • Total Finished SQFT: 1,342.00
Lot / Land Information
Lot / Land Information
  • Lot Size Source: Estimated
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 37.00 x 175.00
  • Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
  • Lot Features: Level, Rear Yard, Rural
  • Fencing: Partially, Wood
  • Parcel ID: 2195381
Parking
Parking
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway
  • Parking Features: Concrete Driveway
Interior Features
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Carpet, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Appliances: Built-In Range, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Laundry Type: Lower Floor
Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Patio(s)
  • Pool: No Pool
Utilities
Utilities
  • Heating: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central A/C
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric, Forced Air
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Water Source: Well
  • Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Confidential Data
Listing Office
  • List Agent AOR: Gloucester Salem Counties Board of REALTORS

Property History for 56 Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 24, 2026

Closed

BRIGHT #NJSA2017140

$280,000—
Apr 22, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1940088538

$280,000—
Apr 22, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1939650997

$280,000

+16.4% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/24/2026

Closed

BRIGHT #NJSA2017140

$280,000
04/22/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1940088538

$280,000
04/22/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1939650997

$280,000

+16.4% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 56 Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$37,800Additions$174,200Total$212,000
Tax Record2025$1,557 ($130 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,342 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,342 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,125 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1888Year Renovated1888CountySALEMAPN05-00016-0000-00012

Schools near 56 Main Street

This home is within Lower Alloways Creek School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Lower Alloways Creek Elementary School
PublicPK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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