255 3rd St, Gloucester City, NJ, 08030
About This Home
Welcome to 255 3rd Street in the heart of Gloucester City – a charming and fully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath townhouse offering 1,176 square feet of comfortable living space. Built in 1910 and thoughtfully updated in 2022, this home blends historic character with modern convenience. Step inside to discover a bright, open-concept main living area perfect for today's lifestyle. The spacious layout features durable vinyl plank flooring throughout, recessed lighting, and a modern bathroom. The kitchen and living spaces flow seamlessly, creating an inviting environment for relaxing or entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and additional flexible space, including an enclosed rear room ideal for a home office, play area, or extra storage. The home sits on a compact 871 sq ft lot with low-maintenance appeal, making it easy to own and enjoy. Located in a convenient Gloucester City neighborhood, this property offers easy access to major routes (including I-76, Route 130, and the Walt Whitman Bridge), public transportation, local parks, schools, shopping, and the vibrant Philadelphia skyline just minutes away. Whether you're looking for a primary residence or a strong rental investment, this turnkey townhouse is move-in ready and full of potential. Recent renovations include updated finishes, systems, and more – don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Gloucester City's desirable residential community!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Flat
- Construction materials: Vinyl Siding,Brick
Notable Dates
- Major remodel year: 2022
Type & Style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Architectural style: Straight Thru
- Property subType: Townhouse
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Area: 0
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Features
- Window features: Bay/Bow
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,176
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Central Air,Electric
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,176
- Total interior livable area: 1,176 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 140008300002
- Zoning: R
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Fencing: Other
Lot
- Lot size: 871 sqft
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
- Coastal Flooding
- Inland Flooding
- Winter Weather
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Ice Storm
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across New Jersey Counties
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,112 | $13,344 |
| Home Insurance * | $131 | $1,572 |
| Property Taxes | $452 | $5,424 |
| Electricity | $193 | $2,318 |
| Total | $1,888 | $22,656 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New Jersey FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-11 | Listed for sale | $259,999 |
| 2023-06-02 | Sold | $195,000 |
| 2023-05-01 | Pending sale | $199,900 |
| 2023-04-20 | Contingent | $199,900 |
| 2023-03-16 | Price change | $199,900 |
| 2023-02-28 | Listed for sale | $205,000 |
| 2022-01-28 | Sold | $60,000 |
| 2015-07-28 | Sold | $40,000 |
| 2015-07-09 | Pending sale | $47,500 |
| 2015-06-29 | Listed for sale | $47,500 |
| 2015-06-19 | Pending sale | $47,500 |
| 2015-05-27 | Listed for sale | $47,500 |
| 2015-04-09 | Listing removed | $53,900 |
| 2015-03-19 | Price change | $53,900 |
| 2015-02-18 | Listed for sale | $60,000 |
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