Nestled in a community by the Raritan Bay, this lovingly maintained Colonial offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, a 5-year-old roof, and a brand-new heating and cooling system (installed January 2025). The open-concept living room flows seamlessly into a spacious kitchenideal for both everyday living and entertaining. That easy flow continues out back to a fully fenced yard, perfect for summer night conversations with your closest friends and family. All three bedrooms are located upstairs, offering added privacy and comfort. Whether you're a first-time buyer or looking to downsize, this home delivers charm, convenience, and natural beauty, with bay views and waterfront paths just a short stroll away. Don't miss it!
Sold for $430,000
$430,000
249 Garfield Ave, Laurence Harbor, NJ 08879
3beds
954sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
2,962 Square Feet Lot
$440,800 Zestimate®
$451/sqft
$2,992 Estimated rent
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THOMAS MCNEILL,
J.J. ELEK REALTY CO. 732-634-9100
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2513607R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: Living Dining Combo
Kitchen
- Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Eat-in Kitchen
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Self Cleaning Oven, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Range/Oven, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Dining Room, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Full, Attic
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Basement: Partial, Storage Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 954
- Total interior livable area: 954 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: 1 Car Width, 2 Cars Deep
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Patio, Storage Shed
Lot
- Size: 2,962 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 80.00 x 0.00
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 150005400000024911
- Zoning: R5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Laurence Harbor
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $451/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $92,200
- Annual tax amount: $5,065
- Date on market: 5/17/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2025 | Sold | $430,000+7.5%$451/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2513607R Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2025 | Contingent | $399,900$419/sqft |
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| 5/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $399,900+60.6%$419/sqft |
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| 8/31/2017 | Sold | $249,000+0%$261/sqft |
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| 7/11/2017 | Pending sale | $248,999$261/sqft |
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| 6/29/2017 | Price change | $248,999-0.4%$261/sqft |
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| 6/8/2017 | Listed for sale | $249,999+38.9%$262/sqft |
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| 2/9/2015 | Sold | $179,999$189/sqft |
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| 10/16/2014 | Sold | $179,999-4.8%$189/sqft |
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| 6/24/2014 | Listed for sale | $189,000+129.1%$198/sqft |
Source: Weichert Realtors #1418108 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/1999 | Sold | $82,500$86/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,099 | $92,200 |
| 2024 | $5,099 +4.3% | $92,200 |
| 2023 | $4,888 +2.3% | $92,200 |
| 2022 | $4,777 +1.7% | $92,200 |
| 2021 | $4,698 -1.7% | $92,200 |
| 2020 | $4,780 +2.8% | $92,200 |
| 2019 | $4,651 | $92,200 |
| 2018 | $4,651 +3% | $92,200 -2.2% |
| 2017 | $4,517 +1.8% | $94,300 |
| 2016 | $4,438 +1.2% | $94,300 |
| 2015 | $4,384 +2.3% | $94,300 |
| 2014 | $4,286 +1.2% | $94,300 |
| 2013 | $4,235 | $94,300 |
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Neighborhood: 08879
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