$882,500
SOLD JUL 31, 2025

35 Poet Dr Matawan, NJ 07747

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,536 Sq Ft
0.29 Acres

Recently Sold

$348 Per Sq Ft

12% Above List Price

15 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Matawan Reg High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Attic

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to 35 Poet Drive, one of Matawan's most desirable and history rich streets. named in honor of Philip Freneau, the celebrated poet of the American Revolution. Nestled in a quiet, tree lined neighborhood with one way in and one way out, this beautiful home sits on a street known for its stunning homes, deep-rooted American history, and a true sense of community. The moment you arrive, you'll be dazzled by the exquisite curb appeal, mature landscaping, lush greenery, and white vinyl fencing that wraps the property in privacy and elegance. The street itself features classic curbs and is part of a warm, welcoming neighborhood where neighbors know your name and smiles are the norm. As you step through the beautiful double door entry, you're greeted by tasteful flooring and a layout that blends functionality with timeless style. Just off the foyer is a dedicated office or flex space, perfect for remote work, studying, or a library. As a bonus, there's also a generously sized bedroom, ideal for multigenerational living, in-laws or guests. The heart of the home is the kitchen, designed with entertaining in mind. It has stainless steel appliances and a center island; it seamlessly flows into the dining room, which features sliding glass doors leading out to your yard, where the built-in pool sparkles against a stamped concrete patio and the expansive side yard is ideal for games and entertainment. It's the perfect setting for outdoor gatherings, summer barbecues, or simply relaxing! Which we all need to do, from time to time! Back inside to the main foyer, you'll go up a few stairs, to find a spacious family room with wood flooring to spend quality time with friends and family. There are also FOUR additional bedrooms & two full bathrooms, a few steps up. This home offers plenty of space for everyone. A two car garage, basement (with new sump pump) and pull down attic, ensure you have room for everything while maintaining a clean, organized living space. Commuting to NYC is a breeze, with a bus stop conveniently located at the top of the block and the train station just up the road. You're also minutes from Route 34 and the GSP, making daily travel effortless. Enjoy all the essentials like nearby grocery stores, banks and restaurants; everything you need for modern living, all within Matawan's charming 2.4 square miles.
This move-in ready home is part of a town with a top rated school district, a highly sought after mailing address and a reputation as one of the safest small towns in NJ. Living on Poet Drive isn't just about owning a home, it's about becoming part of Matawan's vibrant community spirit. Don't miss the chance to own a piece of history in a neighborhood that truly feels like home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Sabodish

Keller Williams Realty Central Monmouth License #1756695 Listed on: 06/12/2025

Keller Williams Realty Central Monmouth

Last Buyer's Agent

Xavier Vangray

Keller Williams Realty Central Monmouth License #2335126

Keller Williams Realty Central Monmouth

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,325

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 0.29 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 113 x 110
  • Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Split Level Home
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,536 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Crown Molding
  • Ceiling height of 9 feet on the main level
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Light Fixtures
  • Double Door Entry
  • French Doors
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Bonus Room
  • Unfinished Basement
  • Partial Basement
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Stove
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen Island
  • Granite Countertops
  • Quartz Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary bedroom located on third floor
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Primary Bathroom includes a Walk-In Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Pool

  • In Ground Pool
  • Outdoor Pool
  • Pool Equipment Stays

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting

Schools

  • Lloyd Road Elementary School
  • Matawan Avenue Middle School
  • Matawan Reg High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Electric Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 31-00123-0000-00061

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,325

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoPoolFeatures: In Ground, Pool Equipment
  • Inclusions: Outdoor Lighting, Washer, Dishwasher, Dryer, Light Fixtures, Stove, Stove Hood, Refrigerator
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Architectural Style: Split Level, Colonial
  • Reso Flooring: Cement
  • Reso Interior Features: Attic, Attic - Pull Down Stairs, Bonus Room, Ceilings - 9Ft+ 1st Flr, Dec Molding, Recessed Lighting
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Contract Info New Construction: No
  • General Property Info Waterview: No
  • General Property Info Fireplace: No
  • General Property Info Basement: Yes
  • General Property Info HOA: No
  • General Property Info Pool: Yes
  • Interior Ceilings - 9Ft 1st Flr: Yes
  • Interior Sliding Door: Yes
  • WaterSewer Public Sewer: Yes
  • Kitchen Center Island: Yes
  • Kitchen Quartz: Yes
  • ExteriorPatio: Yes
  • Exterior Swimming: Yes
  • General Property Info Acreage: 0.29
  • General Property Info Lot Dimensions: 113 x 110
  • General Property Info Farm: No
  • Location Middle School: Matawan Avenue
  • Interior Attic - Pull Down Stairs: Yes
  • Cooling Central Air: Yes
  • Water Heater Electric2: Yes
  • ExteriorFence: Yes
  • Roof Shingled: Yes
  • Rooms Laundry: Yes
  • Included Stove: Yes
  • WaterSewer Public Water: Yes
  • Exterior Lighting: Yes
  • General Property Info Handicap Access: No
  • Interior Attic: Yes
  • Interior Dec Molding: Yes
  • Interior French Doors: Yes
  • Interior Recessed Lighting: Yes
  • Included Light Fixtures: Yes
  • Included Stove Hood: Yes
  • Included Outdoor Lighting: Yes
  • Kitchen Sliding Door5: Yes
  • Dining Room Dec Molding4: Yes
  • Kitchen GraniteStone Counter: Yes
  • GreatFamily Room Floor - Wood5: Yes
  • Pool Pool Equipment: Yes
  • Foyer Floor - Laminate: Yes
  • Dining Room Floor - Laminate7: Yes
  • Kitchen Eat-In: Yes
  • Kitchen Floor - Laminate2: Yes
  • Kitchen Dec Molding5: Yes
  • Dining Room Sliding Door3: Yes
  • Interior Bonus Room: Yes
  • GreatFamily Room Dec Molding6: Yes
  • Foyer Double Door Entry: Yes
  • Style Split Level: Yes
  • Foyer Dec Molding2: Yes
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Door Features: French Doors, Sliding Doors
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 12
  • Stories: 2
  • Other Rooms:Dining Room: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Family Room: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dishwasher: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Refrigerator: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Dryer: Yes
  • Appliances Included:Washer: Yes
  • Basement:Unfinished: Yes
  • Other Rooms:Office2: Yes
  • Basement:Partial: Yes
  • Primary Bedroom:Floor - Wood6: Yes
  • Primary Bedroom:Full Bath: Yes
  • Primary Bath:Floor - Ceramic7: Yes
  • Primary Bath:Shower Stall: Yes
  • Primary Bedroom Level Third43: Yes
  • Interior First Floor Bedroom: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shingle
  • Fencing: Fence
  • Acres: 0.29
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Features: Swimming, Lighting
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Exterior Features:Pool-In Ground: Yes
  • Construction:Siding - Vinyl: Yes

Garage/Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Parking Features: Paved, Driveway, Off Street
  • General Property Info:Garage: Yes
  • ParkingOffStreet: Yes
  • Parking Driveway: Yes
  • Parking:Paved: Yes

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating:Natural Gas: Yes
  • Heating:Forced Air: Yes

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Matawan Avenue

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 113 x 110
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12632.4
  • Parcel #: 31-00123-0000-00061
  • Zoning Description: Residential, Single Family, Neighborhood

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 14325.0

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Lloyd Road
  • High School: Matawan Reg

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2025
Closed on
Jul 30, 2025
Sold by
Murray John C and Oneill Christina U
Bought by
Benaquista Michael
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Sabodish
Keller Williams Realty Central Monmouth
Buyer's Agent
Xavier Vangray
Keller Williams Realty Central Monmouth
List Price
$789,000
Sold Price
$882,500
Premium/Discount to List
$93,500
11.85%
Views
126

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-51.53%
Original Mortgage
$332,500
Outstanding Balance
$331,346
Interest Rate
5.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$466,055

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2013
Sold by
Murray John C
Bought by
Murray John C and Neill Christina U O

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 1, 2009
Sold by
Alimurat Christine
Bought by
Murray John C

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 27, 1995
Sold by
Caley John
Bought by
Alimurat Christine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$162,000
Interest Rate
7.44%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $882,500 Counsellors Title
Deed $882,500 Counsellors Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Ctl Title Insurance Agency I
Deed $340,000 None Available
Deed $184,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $332,500 New Conventional
Closed $332,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $25,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $300,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $162,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/31/2025 07/31/25 Sold $882,500 +11.9% $348 / Sq Ft
06/27/2025 06/27/25 Pending -- -- --
06/12/2025 06/12/25 For Sale $789,000 -- $311 / Sq Ft
Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)

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 $14,325 $679,700 $295,300 $384,400
2024 $14,196 $656,200 $350,300 $305,900
2023 $14,196 $653,000 $350,300 $302,700
2022 $13,256 $513,600 $225,300 $288,300
2021 $9,785 $487,900 $225,300 $262,600
2020 $12,629 $461,600 $200,300 $261,300
2019 $11,196 $410,100 $155,300 $254,800
2018 $11,569 $416,900 $165,300 $251,600
2017 $11,874 $421,800 $165,300 $256,500
2016 $11,669 $423,400 $170,300 $253,100
2015 $10,759 $393,400 $150,300 $243,100
2014 $10,949 $401,800 $150,300 $251,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)

MLS Number: 22516517

MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)

APN: 31-00123-0000-00061