NOT LISTED FOR SALE

168 Mermaid Dr Manahawkin, NJ 08050

Stafford Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $428,000 - $437,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,728 Sq Ft
$251/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 21, 2025

Last sale price $428,000 $248 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,719/month

60 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Pool
  • Deck
  • Attic
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Wooded Lot
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of March 2025

Don’t miss your chance to tour this beautiful Cape Cod-style home!

168 Mermaid Dr., Manahawkin, NJ
Located in the heart of Ocean Acres, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers comfort, charm, and a prime location. Just 8 miles from Long Beach Island (LBI) and within the highly rated Southern Regional School District, it’s perfect for families or those seeking coastal living.

Highlights: •Spacious Kitchen: Ideal for cooking and entertaining. And Pellet Fireplace

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jadon Butler

RE/MAX Executive Realty-Pemberton License #2439292 Listed on: 12/12/2024

RE/MAX Executive Realty-Pemberton

Last Buyer's Agent

datacorrect BrightMLS

Non Subscribing Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,888

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Level Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,728 Sq Ft Home
  • Property has 1.5 Levels
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Insulated Windows
  • Bay Window
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Luxury Vinyl Plank Tile Flooring
  • Crawl Space
  • Storm Doors
  • Attic

Kitchen

  • Stove
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Private Pool
  • Deck
  • Storage Shed

Location

  • Suburban Location

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Electric Baseboard Heater
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Ocean Acres Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 9
  • Assessor Parcel Number 31-00044 112-00009

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,888

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Structure Type: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Story List: Main, Upper 1
  • Expected On Market: 2024-12-12
  • Federal Flood Zone: No
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Automatically Close On Close Date: No
  • Remarks Public: Don’t miss your chance to tour this beautiful Cape Cod-style home! 168 Mermaid Dr., Manahawkin, NJ Located in the heart of Ocean Acres, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers comfort, charm, and a prime location. Just 8 miles from Long Beach Island (LBI) and within the highly rated Southern Regional School District, it’s perfect for families or those seeking coastal living. Highlights: •Spacious Kitchen: Ideal for cooking and entertaining. And Pellet Fireplace
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Washer, Stove
  • Flooring Type: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Interior Amenities: Attic, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Window Features: Insulated, Bay/Bow
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Wood
  • Fireplaces Count: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Door Features: Storm
  • Foundation Details: Crawl Space
  • Levels Count: 1.5
  • Room Count: 7
  • Room List: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Kitchen, Family Room, Additional Bedroom
  • Basement: No
  • Total Sq Ft: 1728
  • Living Area Sq Ft: 1728
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 254.63
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1728
  • Above Grade Finished Area Units: Square Feet
  • Street Number Modifier: 168

Beds/Baths

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Bathrooms: 1.00
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Upper Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Other Structures: Above Grade
  • Other Structures List: Storage Barn/Shed
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Water Access: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Water Oriented: No
  • Pool: Yes - Personal
  • Tidal Water: No
  • Water View: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: No
  • Type Of Parking: Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

  • Central Air Conditioning: No
  • Cooling Fuel: Electric
  • Cooling Type: Window Unit(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Heating Fuel: Electric
  • Heating Type: Baseboard - Electric
  • Heating: Yes
  • Hot Water: Electric
  • Sewer/Septic System: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Condo Co-Op Association: No
  • HOA: No
  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • School District: SOUTHERN REGIONAL SCHOOLS
  • School District Key: 300200396369
  • School District Source: Listing Agent

Lot Info

  • Fencing: Partially
  • Lot Features: Level, Trees/Wooded
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.24
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Sq Ft: 10454.40
  • Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s)
  • Zoning: RES

Rental Info

  • Vacation Rental: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3888.00
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 31-00044 112-00009
  • Tax Lot: 9
  • Tax Year: 2012
  • Close Date: 03/21/2025

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: SOUTHERN REGIONAL SCHOOLS

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 12, 2024
Closed on
Mar 20, 2025
Sold by
Ortiz Antonio M and Ortiz Sarah Marie
Bought by
Forlenza Jacob and Forlenza Sabrina
Seller's Agent
Jadon Butler
RE/MAX Executive Realty-Pemberton
Buyer's Agent
datacorrect BrightMLS
Non Subscribing Office
List Price
$465,000
Sold Price
$428,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$37,000
-7.96%
Views
160
Current Estimated Value
$434,332

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$6,332
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.39%
Original Mortgage
$363,800
Outstanding Balance
$362,253
Interest Rate
6.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$72,079

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 9, 2024
Sold by
Ortiz Sarah M
Bought by
Ortiz Antonio M and Ortiz Sarah M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$337,791
Interest Rate
6.6%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 26, 2013
Closed on
Feb 14, 2014
Sold by
Advantal Ira Trust Llc
Bought by
Ortiz Sarah M
Seller's Agent
Kenneth Nilson
RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay - Ship Bottom
Buyer's Agent
Kenneth Nilson
RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay - Ship Bottom
List Price
$207,500
Sold Price
$215,180
Premium/Discount to List
$7,680
3.7%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.28%
Original Mortgage
$211,281
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 24, 2012
Closed on
Feb 11, 2013
Sold by
Oconnor Michael and Chapter Clair Bernadette
Bought by
Advantaira Trust Llc and Kenneth Nilson Ira
Seller's Agent
Thomas Smith
RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay
Buyer's Agent
Kenneth Nilson
RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay
Sold Price
$120,350

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
77.77%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 21, 2005
Sold by
Oconnor Thomas and Oconnor Catherine M
Bought by
Oconnor Thomas and Oconnor Catherine M
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Forlenza Jacob $428,000 Counsellors Title
Forlenza Jacob $428,000 Counsellors Title
Ortiz Antonio M -- Chicago Title
Ortiz Sarah M $215,180 Foundation Title Llc
Advantaira Trust Llc $120,350 Foundation Title Llc
Oconnor Thomas -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Forlenza Jacob $363,800
Closed Forlenza Jacob $363,800
Previous Owner Ortiz Antonio M $337,791
Previous Owner Ortiz Sarah $56,141
Previous Owner Ortiz Sarah M $211,281
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/21/2025 03/21/25 Sold $428,000 -2.7% $248 / Sq Ft
02/11/2025 02/11/25 Pending -- -- --
01/29/2025 01/29/25 Price Changed $440,000 -2.2% $255 / Sq Ft
01/17/2025 01/17/25 Price Changed $449,900 -1.1% $260 / Sq Ft
12/29/2024 12/29/24 Price Changed $455,000 -2.2% $263 / Sq Ft
12/12/2024 12/12/24 For Sale $465,000 +116.1% $269 / Sq Ft
02/14/2014 02/14/14 Sold $215,180 +3.7% $215,180 / Sq Ft
02/14/2014 02/14/14 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2013 04/26/13 For Sale $207,500 +72.4% $207,500 / Sq Ft
02/11/2013 02/11/13 Sold $120,350 -- $99 / Sq Ft
Source: Bright MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2025 $4,288 $196,000 $64,800 $131,200
2024 $4,247 $172,700 $64,800 $107,900
2023 $4,065 $172,700 $64,800 $107,900
2022 $4,065 $172,700 $64,800 $107,900
2021 $4,010 $172,700 $64,800 $107,900
2020 $4,015 $172,700 $64,800 $107,900
2019 $3,958 $172,700 $64,800 $107,900
2018 $3,934 $172,700 $64,800 $107,900
2017 $3,842 $163,300 $64,800 $98,500
2016 $3,803 $163,300 $64,800 $98,500
2015 $3,669 $163,300 $64,800 $98,500
2014 $3,622 $159,200 $64,000 $95,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jadon Butler

    RE/MAX

    (609) 500-6298

    1 in this area

    1 Total Sale

    Jadon Butler
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  • Kenneth Nilson

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Kenneth Nilson

    RE/MAX

    (609) 234-6192

    22 in this area

    80 Total Sales

    Kenneth Nilson
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    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Thomas Smith

    RE/MAX

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Map

Source: Bright MLS

MLS Number: NJOC2030498

Bright MLS

APN: 31-00044-112-00009

New Jersey Ocean County Manahawkin 08050 Stafford

168 Mermaid Dr, Manahawkin, NJ

This home is located at 168 Mermaid Dr, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 since 12 December 2024 and is currently estimated at $434,332, approximately $251 per square foot. This property was built in 1975. 168 Mermaid Dr is a home located in Ocean County with nearby schools including Ocean Acres Elementary School, Oxycocus Elementary School, and McKinley Avenue Elementary School.

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