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253 Morse St, Camden, NJ, 08105

3beds
2baths
1,600sqft
$250,000
$156price/sqft
$2,108/moest. monthly cost
$84,320/yrincome needed

About This Home

We can't reset the clock but she's brand new to the market. Due to unforeseen circumstances, the listing went live but we weren't ready. She's ready now and I'd like to introduce you to 253 Morse Street in Camden, NJ—freshly updated and move-in ready with three full levels of versatile living space! This spacious row home has received a complete face lift with fresh paint, brand-new flooring, and completely redesigned kitchen and bathrooms with new cabinets, appliances, and modern fixtures. The second level serves as the heart of the home, offering a bright kitchen, spacious living room, and dedicated dining area perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you’ll find three comfortable bedrooms including an oversized primary bedroom that gives room for large furniture and lounge space. Completing this floor is an updated full bathroom with tub. The finished ground level offers exterior entry/exit and adds incredible flexibility, complete with a full bathroom with shower and laundry area—ideal for multi-generational living, an adult child’s private quarters, guest space, or a home office suite. With thoughtful updates and a flexible layout, this home is a fantastic opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors seeking stylish, functional space in a convenient Camden location where this block ends at Baird Blvd and provides a direct route to the Ben Franklin Bridge. Don't miss this great home at a perfect price point.

Getting Around

76
WalkingVery Walkable
45
TransitSome Transit
73
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

3/10
1/10
Camden High SchoolGrades 9-120.7 mi
1/10
East Side High SchoolGrades 9-120.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1929

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Flat
  • Construction materials: Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: Townhouse
  • Architectural style: Colonial,Straight Thru
  • Property subType: Townhouse

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
  • Laundry features: Lower Level

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished,Improved,Interior Entry,Exterior Entry,Rear Entrance,Walk-Out Access

Bedroom1

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 80
  • Dimensions: 10 X 8

Bedroom2

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 121
  • Dimensions: 11 X 11

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Dining Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 120
  • Dimensions: 12 X 10

Features

  • Flooring: Wood,Carpet,Tile/Brick
  • Finished area above ground: 1,600

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: None,Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,600
  • Total interior livable area: 1,600 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Kitchen - Gas Cooking
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 100
  • Dimensions: 10 X 10

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 176
  • Dimensions: 16 X 11

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: Upper
  • Area: 168
  • Dimensions: 14 X 12

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: Unspecified

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: None

Details

  • Parcel number: 0801234000000021
  • Zoning: RES
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Pool features: None
  • Exterior features: Sidewalks,Street Lights,Lighting

Lot

  • Lot size: 1,424 sqft
  • Features: Front Yard,Rear Yard

Parking

  • Parking features: On Street
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveModerate
  • Ice Storm
    Ice StormModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Heat Wave
Lightning
Winter Weather
Cold Wave
Ice Storm
Strong Wind
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties

Fire
Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,264$15,168
Home Insurance *$137$1,644
Property Taxes $514$6,168
Electricity $193$2,318
Total$2,108$25,296
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$72,274/yr
40% on housing$63,240/yr
45% on housing$56,213/yr

New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs

New Jersey Insurance Underwriting Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 7,029Commercial: 173
Total Premiums$5.54M
Total Exposure$1.19B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 8.1%
8.1%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -2.1%
-2.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$156This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 08105$107
Camden County$192

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 08105$174
Camden County$224

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-04-24Listed for sale$250,000
2004-05-05Sold$53,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentLaTonya Sampson
BrokerageKeller Williams Realty - Washington Township

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