Welcome to your next opportunity in Forked River--a charming home that blends comfort, space, and endless potential.
This well-maintained property features 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, offering a practical and inviting layout for everyday living. A full, finished, heated basement provides additional storage or the perfect canvas for future finishing--ideal for a recreation room, home office, or gym.
Step outside and you'll find one of this home's standout features: an expansive yard that truly sets the property apart. With so much open space, the possibilities are endless--whether you envision a garden oasis, outdoor entertaining area, or even future expansion. It's a rare find that gives you the freedom to create your dream outdoor lifestyle. The home also includes a welcoming enclosed sunroom, perfect for morning coffee or relaxing evenings, along with a 2-car garage that offers ample parking and storage. Attached to the garage, you'll find both a shed and a dedicated workshop--an incredible bonus for hobbyists, DIY enthusiasts, or anyone in need of extra functional space.
Located in the heart of Forked River, you'll enjoy all that this desirable coastal community has to offer. From nearby parks and marinas to beaches, shopping, and dining, the area provides a perfect balance of relaxation and convenience. With easy access to major roadways, you're never far from everything the Jersey Shore region has to offer.
Whether you're looking for a comfortable home to move into or a property with room to grow and personalize, this one checks all the boxes.
For sale
Price cut: $26K (4/25)
$499,000
240 Wainwright Street, Forked River, NJ 08731
2beds
868sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1960
0.28 Acres Lot
$484,700 Zestimate®
$575/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Expansive yardDedicated workshopFull finished heated basementWelcoming enclosed sunroom
- 110 days |
- 819 |
- 54 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michelle Delaney 732-299-7643,
Coldwell Banker Flanagan Realty
Source: MoreMLS,MLS#: 22607262
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room
Bedroom
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bedroom
- Area: 157.3
- Dimensions: 14.3 x 11
Bathroom
- Area: 54
- Dimensions: 9 x 6
Bathroom
- Area: 50
- Dimensions: 10 x 5
Other
- Description: Separate Outbuilding/Bar
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Garage
- Area: 399
- Dimensions: 21 x 19
Kitchen
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Laundry
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Living room
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 14 x 16
Rec room
- Area: 540
- Dimensions: 30 x 18
Sunroom
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 27 x 10
Workshop
- Area: 340
- Dimensions: 20 x 17
Heating
- Natural Gas, 2 Zoned Heat
Cooling
- None
Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Full,Heated,Partially Finished
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
Interior area
- Total structure area: 868
- Total interior livable area: 868 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Asphalt, Double Wide Drive, Driveway, Workshop in Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 120 x 100
- Features: Oversized
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1301416000000003
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Roof: Timberline
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1960
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Barnegat Pines
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Forked River
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $575/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $240,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,564
- Date on market: 3/20/2026
- Inclusions: Washer, Timer Thermostat, Ceiling Fan(s), Dryer, Light Fixtures, Self/Con Clean, Stove Hood, Refrigerator, Gas Cooking
- Exclusions: Personal Property
Estimated market value
$484,700
$460,000 - $509,000
$2,852/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/25/2026 | Price change | $499,000-5%$575/sqft |
Source:  MoreMLS #22607262 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $525,000+75%$605/sqft |
Source: MoreMLS #22607262 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2021 | Sold | $300,000+11.2%$346/sqft |
Source: MoreMLS #22102889 Report a problem | ||
| 2/12/2021 | Pending sale | $269,900$311/sqft |
Source: Weichert Realtors #22102889 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2021 | Listed for sale | $269,900+30.1%$311/sqft |
Source: Weichert Realtors #22102889 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2011 | Sold | $207,500-5.3%$239/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2011 | Listed for sale | $219,000+3.3%$252/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX At Barnegat Bay #3050965 Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2008 | Sold | $212,000$244/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5,431 +32.7% | $240,000 |
| 2022 | $4,092 | $240,000 |
| 2021 | $4,092 +5.2% | $240,000 +30.5% |
| 2020 | $3,891 +1.2% | $183,900 |
| 2019 | $3,845 +2.3% | $183,900 |
| 2018 | $3,757 +0.4% | $183,900 |
| 2017 | $3,742 +4.7% | $183,900 |
| 2016 | $3,575 -5.6% | $183,900 |
| 2015 | $3,786 +4.4% | $183,900 -16.4% |
| 2014 | $3,625 +7.9% | $220,100 |
| 2013 | $3,359 +4% | $220,100 |
| 2012 | $3,231 +2.4% | $220,100 |
| 2011 | $3,156 +1.6% | $220,100 |
| 2010 | $3,108 -1% | $220,100 |
| 2009 | $3,141 +7.8% | $220,100 +130.7% |
| 2008 | $2,913 | $95,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $95,400 |
| 2006 | $2,589 | $95,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $95,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $95,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $95,400 |
| 2001 | -- | $95,400 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08731
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Forked River Elementary SchoolGrades: 1-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Lacey Twp Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Lacey Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Lacey Township
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- New Jersey
- Ocean County
- Forked River
- 08731
- 240 Wainwright Street
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