$469,000
SOLD MAY 8, 2026

304 Shepard Ave Forked River, NJ 08731

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,888 Sq Ft
1,907 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 8, 2026

$248 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Second Kitchen
  • Corner Lot
  • Side by Side Parking
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of May 2026

Beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom rancher located in desirable Forked River with a bonus in-law suite, perfect for extended family, guests or income opportunity. The main home features a spacious living room, dining room, oversized sunroom, an updated full bathroom, and an additional half bath for convenience. The kitchen is tastefully updated with subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, fantasy brown dolomite counter tops and center island with extra storage, making it ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. A laundry room with sink and additional storage adds extra functionality. The private in-law suite offers its own updated kitchen, updated full bathroom, bedroom, and living space, providing a comfortable and flexible living arrangement. Step outside to enjoy the covered porch accessible from both the sunroom and the in-law suite, overlooking the partially fenced backyardperfect for relaxing or outdoor gatherings. This home offers versatility, updates, and plenty of living space all in one! This is NOT a FLIP! Sellers had to relocate for work! Book your tour today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shenna Hines

REDFIN CORPORATION Listed on: 03/11/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,530

Year Built

  • Built in 1968

Lot Details

  • 1,907 Sq Ft Lot
  • Corner Lot
  • Property is zoned R75

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,888 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Ceramic Tile Flooring

Kitchen

  • Second Kitchen
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Gas Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • Side by Side Parking
  • Open Parking

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Hot Water Baseboard Heater
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Bamegat Pines Subdivision

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,530

Year Built

Built in 1968

Lot Details

1,907 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0438
  • Lot Size: 124X
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Subdivision Name: Bamegat Pines
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Carport Y N: No
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Building Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Dining Room Features: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Kitchen Features: 2nd Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Interior Amenities: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Dining Room, Bath Second, Bath Half, Florida Room, Kitchen, Kitchen Second, Laundry Room, Living Room, None
  • Living Area: 1888
  • Stories: 1

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Corner Lot
  • Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 2 Car Width

Utilities

  • Gas Company: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Baseboard Hotwater
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association #2 Fee Frequency: Monthly

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1907
  • Zoning: R75

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5530
  • Tax Year: 2025

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Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 11, 2026
Closed on
May 1, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Shenna Hines
REDFIN CORPORATION
List Price
$497,500
Sold Price
$469,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$28,500
-5.73%
Views
424

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.25%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Outstanding Balance
$299,727
Interest Rate
6.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$169,972

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2022
Closed on
Apr 8, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Brittany Bowman
Coldwell Banker Home Connection Realty
Buyer's Agent
NON MEMBER
VRI Homes
List Price
$319,000
Sold Price
$325,000
Premium/Discount to List
$6,000
1.88%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.43%
Original Mortgage
$315,250
Interest Rate
4.72%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 1988
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Bargain Sale Deed $469,000 Surety Title
Bargain Sale Deed $325,000 Title Forward
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $315,250 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
05/08/2026 05/08/26 Sold $469,000 -0.2% $248 / Sq Ft
03/26/2026 03/26/26 Price Changed $469,900 -5.5% $249 / Sq Ft
03/11/2026 03/11/26 For Sale $497,500 +53.1% $264 / Sq Ft
04/12/2022 04/12/22 Sold $325,000 +1.9% $172 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/04/2022 04/04/22 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2022 03/05/22 For Sale $319,000 -- $169 / Sq Ft
Source: All Jersey MLS

Tax History

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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 $5,530 $202,200 $77,400 $124,800
2024 $4,790 $202,200 $77,400 $124,800
2023 $4,326 $202,200 $77,400 $124,800
2022 $4,576 $202,200 $77,400 $124,800
2021 $4,249 $202,200 $77,400 $124,800
2020 $4,355 $202,200 $77,400 $124,800
2019 $4,279 $202,200 $77,400 $124,800
2018 $4,228 $202,200 $77,400 $124,800
2017 $4,131 $202,200 $77,400 $124,800
2016 $3,865 $202,200 $77,400 $124,800
2015 $3,681 $202,200 $77,400 $124,800
2014 $3,746 $232,300 $110,700 $121,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: All Jersey MLS

MLS Number: 2661355M

All Jersey MLS

APN: 13-01428-0000-00030

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