
1020 Sarasota Dr Forked River, NJ 08731
Lacey Township NeighborhoodEstimated payment $3,743/month
Highlights
- Indoor Spa
- Solar Power System
- Deck
- In Ground Pool
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
Welcome to this beautifully maintained Colonial-style home offering 3 spacious bedrooms & 3 full bathrooms. Designed with an open—concept layout, the kitchen sits at the heart of the home-perfect for hosting gatherings. Just off the main living space, a separate family room provides a quiet retreat for relaxing. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is joined by 2 additional bedrooms & a laundry room. Step outside and discover your own private paradise—complete with an in-ground pool with fountains, a large deck, a patio area, & a hot tub. It's truly an entertainer's dream! Recent updates include a new pool liner, first-floor AC unit, and a new vinyl fence. Located in a waterfront neighborhood near the Elks Lodge, this home also features solar panels for improved energy efficiency.
Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach - Toms River License #0561244 Listed on: 07/10/2025

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,316
Year Built
- Built in 1985
Lot Details
- 7,841 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 80 x 100
- Fenced
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Asphalt Rolled Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,952 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Recessed Lighting
- Sliding Doors
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Indoor Spa
- Wood Flooring
- Crawl Space
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Primary bedroom located on second floor
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Primary Bathroom includes a Walk-In Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by a third party
Outdoor Features
- In Ground Pool
- Deck
Schools
- Forked River Elementary School
- Lacey Township Middle School
- Lacey Township High School
Utilities
- Zoned Heating and Cooling
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: refrigerator in kitchen, pool robot skimmer, pool robot vacuum
- Assessor Parcel Number 13-00105-0000-00011
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $6,839 | $288,700 | $92,000 | $196,700 |
2023 | $6,533 | $288,700 | $92,000 | $196,700 |
2022 | $6,533 | $288,700 | $92,000 | $196,700 |
2021 | $6,424 | $288,700 | $92,000 | $196,700 |
2020 | $6,219 | $288,700 | $92,000 | $196,700 |
2019 | $6,109 | $288,700 | $92,000 | $196,700 |
2018 | $6,037 | $288,700 | $92,000 | $196,700 |
2017 | $5,898 | $288,700 | $92,000 | $196,700 |
2016 | $5,875 | $288,700 | $92,000 | $196,700 |
2015 | $5,612 | $288,700 | $92,000 | $196,700 |
2014 | $5,347 | $310,900 | $117,000 | $193,900 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
07/18/2025 07/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $575,000 | +62.0% | $295 / Sq Ft |
10/16/2020 10/16/20 | Sold | $355,000 | +0.9% | $187 / Sq Ft |
08/26/2020 08/26/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
08/19/2020 08/19/20 | For Sale | $352,000 | +56.4% | $185 / Sq Ft |
07/13/2015 07/13/15 | Sold | $225,000 | -- | $118 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Deed | $355,000 | Surety Ttl Agcy Coastal Regi | |
Deed | $355,000 | Surety Title | |
Bargain Sale Deed | $225,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
Deed | $87,500 | -- |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $455,840 | FHA | |
Closed | $325,091 | FHA | |
Closed | $325,091 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $216,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $220,924 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $30,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
Previous Owner | $255,000 | Construction | |
Previous Owner | $86,299 | FHA | |
Previous Owner | $87,000 | FHA |
About the Listing Agent

With 20 years of experience as a real estate agent, Brian brings his own special brand of personal attention to homebuyers and sellers who choose him for their Real Estate needs. He is extraordinarily capable of creating a comfortable, enjoyable atmosphere for clients, helping to minimize their concerns about the complexities involved in real estate transactions, while maximizing the probability of their total satisfaction.
Brian is keenly aware of the importance of attentive customer
Brian's Other Listings
Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 22520374

APN: 13-00105-0000-00011