229 Mechanic St Red Bank, NJ 07701
Estimated payment $3,780/month
Total Views
44,134
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,020
Sq Ft
$554
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Hot Property
- New Kitchen
- No HOA
- Red Bank Reg High School Rated A
- Wood Flooring
- Crown Molding
About This Home
Welcome to 229 Mechanic Street, a rare opportunity to own a piece of Red Bank's history. This charming 3-bedroom ranch, built in 1938 by jazz legend Count Basie for his parents on the very lot where he was born, holds enduring cultural significance. The home offers timeless warmth with hardwood floors, a picture window, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. A bright layout provides comfortable living, while the spacious backyard is ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or future expansion. Just moments from downtown Red Bank's shops, restaurants, the Count Basie Center for the Arts, and Riverview Medical Center, this property blends everyday convenience with a remarkable legacy.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,549
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 147
Parking
- Driveway
Home Design
- Flat Roof Shape
Interior Spaces
- 1,020 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Entrance Foyer
- Living Room
- Wood Flooring
- New Kitchen
- Unfinished Basement
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Baseboard Heating
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: personal items
- Assessor Parcel Number 39-00017-0000-00018
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,549 | $572,200 | $406,200 | $166,000 |
| 2024 | $8,861 | $505,500 | $346,200 | $159,300 |
| 2023 | $8,861 | $463,700 | $313,900 | $149,800 |
| 2022 | $8,246 | $440,900 | $297,500 | $143,400 |
| 2021 | $8,246 | $368,600 | $238,000 | $130,600 |
| 2020 | $8,116 | $357,200 | $238,000 | $119,200 |
| 2019 | $7,818 | $353,600 | $238,000 | $115,600 |
| 2018 | $8,569 | $391,800 | $238,000 | $153,800 |
| 2017 | $8,246 | $390,800 | $238,000 | $152,800 |
| 2016 | $8,150 | $386,800 | $238,000 | $148,800 |
| 2015 | $7,111 | $349,800 | $278,000 | $71,800 |
| 2014 | $6,692 | $349,800 | $278,000 | $71,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/06/2025 09/06/25 | For Sale | $565,000 | +62.4% | $554 / Sq Ft |
| 09/12/2018 09/12/18 | Sold | $348,000 | -- | $367 / Sq Ft |
Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $348,000 | -- | |
| Executors Deed | $253,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $278,400 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | -- | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $227,700 | Stand Alone First |
Source: Public Records
About the Listing Agent
Every home tells a story, and Joseph York excels at helping sellers and buyers bring their next chapter to life. A highly skilled real estate professional with Christie's International Real Estate Group in Spring Lake, Joseph combines local expertise with a thoughtful, detail-oriented approach to deliver results that exceed expectations.
With a degree in mathematics and years of real estate leadership experience, Joseph stands out for his strategic mindset and market insight. His innovative
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Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 22526662
APN: 39-00017-0000-00018
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