3 Melwen Dr Forked River, NJ 08731
Lacey Township NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,432/month
Highlights
- Above Ground Pool
- Wood Flooring
- Granite Countertops
- Deck
- Attic
- No HOA
About This Home
Adorable and perfect ranch home located on an oversized, fully fenced yard. The welcoming front porch leads you into the living room with an open floor plan where you can view the kitchen. There are hardwood floors and an updated kitchen equipped with shaker style cabinets and granite counter. This is an eat in kitchen which leads you to the backyard deck, patio, firepit and spacious yard. Find 3 bedrooms and one bath that has double sinks. Highlights include an 8 year old roof with air conditioner and furnace being 7 years young giving you peace of mind for years to come. New siding and gutters also added in 2022, This home is truly turn-key and move in ready.
Listing Agent
Weichert Realtors-Toms River Brokerage Phone: 732-240-0500 License #1539586 Listed on: 09/26/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,005
Year Built
- Built in 1972
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 78 x 126
- Fenced
- Oversized Lot
- Irregular Lot
Home Design
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Bay Window
- Crawl Space
- Storm Doors
- Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Gas Cooktop
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Primary Bathroom Bathtub Only
Parking
- 0.5 Car Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Double-Wide Driveway
- On-Street Parking
Pool
- Above Ground Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Fence Around Pool
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
- Storage Shed
- Porch
Schools
- Lacey Township High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Kitchen Chandelier will be replaced.
- Assessor Parcel Number 13002840100002
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,005 | $197,500 | $107,500 | $90,000 |
| 2024 | $4,679 | $197,500 | $107,500 | $90,000 |
| 2023 | $4,469 | $197,500 | $107,500 | $90,000 |
| 2022 | $4,426 | $195,600 | $107,500 | $88,100 |
| 2021 | $4,352 | $195,600 | $107,500 | $88,100 |
| 2020 | $4,213 | $195,600 | $107,500 | $88,100 |
| 2019 | $4,139 | $195,600 | $107,500 | $88,100 |
| 2018 | $4,090 | $195,600 | $107,500 | $88,100 |
| 2017 | $3,786 | $185,300 | $107,500 | $77,800 |
| 2016 | $3,771 | $185,300 | $107,500 | $77,800 |
| 2015 | $3,602 | $185,300 | $107,500 | $77,800 |
| 2014 | $2,580 | $150,000 | $122,500 | $27,500 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2025 10/06/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/26/2025 09/26/25 | For Sale | $385,000 | +97.4% | -- | |
| 10/17/2017 10/17/17 | Sold | $195,000 | +56.0% | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 06/11/2012 06/11/12 | Sold | $125,000 | -- | $148 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | -- | Expert Title | |
| Deed | -- | Expert Title | |
| Deed | $195,000 | New Dawn Title Agency Llc | |
| Deed | $108,000 | -- | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | -- | |
| Deed | $125,000 | Foundation Title Llc | |
| Deed | $103,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $103,500 | -- | |
| Deed | $79,500 | Transnation Title Ins Co Inc | |
| Deed | $70,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $215,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $215,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $122,735 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $98,455 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $79,959 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $70,000 | FHA |
Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 22528983
APN: 13-00284-01-00002
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