Welcome to easy one-level living in this lovely 3-bedroom, 2-full bath ranch set on a desirable corner lot in Forked River. Thoughtfully designed with a comfortable flow, this home features a spacious family room, attached garage, and plenty of natural light throughout.
Step outside to a fully fenced backyard with deck & new roof, perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or everyday enjoyment. Whether you're searching for a great family home or looking to downsize without compromise, this layout offers flexibility and functionality for all stages of life.
Ideally located near major roads and everything you need, offering easy access to shopping, dining, and daily conveniences--while still enjoying the comfort of a residential neighborhood
Sold for $471,000
$471,000
553 Vaughn Avenue, Forked River, NJ 08731
3beds
1,583sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1970
10,018 Square Feet Lot
$471,100 Zestimate®
$298/sqft
$3,389 Estimated rent
Home value
$471,100
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Connie Maynard 732-690-2291,
Space & Company
Bought with:
Mary Bianchi, 1866003
Realty One Group Emerge
Source: MoreMLS,MLS#: 22608616
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,583
- Total interior livable area: 1,583 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100 x 100
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1301470000000016
- Zoning description: Residential, Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Senior community: Yes
- Subdivision: Cedar Creek Est
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Forked River
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $298/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $204,900
- Annual tax amount: $5,604
- Date on market: 5/21/2026
- Inclusions: Washer, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Dishwasher, Light Fixtures, Attic Fan, Gas Cooking
- Exclusions: personal belongings
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/10/2026 | Sold | $471,000+7%$298/sqft |
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| 5/27/2026 | Pending sale | $440,000$278/sqft |
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| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $440,000$278/sqft |
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| 4/18/2026 | Pending sale | $440,000$278/sqft |
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| 4/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $440,000+168.3%$278/sqft |
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| 7/18/2017 | Sold | $164,000-11.1%$104/sqft |
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| 4/18/2017 | Listing removed | $184,400$116/sqft |
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| 4/18/2017 | Pending sale | $184,400$116/sqft |
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| 3/24/2017 | Listed for sale | $184,400$116/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $4,637 +1.7% | $204,900 |
| 2022 | $4,559 | $204,900 |
| 2021 | $4,559 +5.2% | $204,900 |
| 2020 | $4,336 +1.2% | $204,900 |
| 2019 | $4,284 +2.3% | $204,900 |
| 2018 | $4,186 +0.4% | $204,900 |
| 2017 | $4,170 +4.7% | $204,900 |
| 2016 | $3,983 -3.5% | $204,900 |
| 2015 | $4,126 +4.4% | $204,900 -14.6% |
| 2014 | $3,951 +7.9% | $239,900 |
| 2013 | $3,661 +4% | $239,900 |
| 2012 | $3,522 +2.4% | $239,900 |
| 2011 | $3,440 +1.6% | $239,900 |
| 2010 | $3,387 -6.1% | $239,900 |
| 2009 | $3,608 -0.7% | $239,900 +118.9% |
| 2008 | $3,633 | $109,600 |
| 2007 | -- | $109,600 |
| 2006 | $3,262 | $109,600 +2.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $106,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $106,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $106,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $106,600 |
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Neighborhood: 08731
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAMill Pond Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-KDistance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Lacey Twp Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Lacey Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Middle: Lacey Township
- High: Lacey Township
Source: MoreMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- New Jersey
- Ocean County
- Forked River
- 08731
- 553 Vaughn Avenue
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