John DeStefano
RE/MAX First Realty
(347) 281-7828
179 Total Sales
1 in Southard
$410,000 Price
73 Porter Rd Howell, NJ 07731
Southard Neighborhood
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,823
Sq Ft
2.5
Acre Lot
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- 2.5 Acre Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
- Howell High School Rated A-
- Colonial Architecture
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of February 2026Sprawling colonial set on a private 2.5 acre lot zoned ARE-2,agricultural /residential & offers many opportunities for the land usage! This lovely home features a large front porch, perfect for relaxing, inside all the rooms are generously sized & there are plenty of closets! Hardwood flooring throughout most of the home, Luxury vinyl in Br's. The kitchen offers brand new stainless appliances & large eat-in area, the family room has a wood-burning fireplace & both rooms have sliders to the yard, stone patio & storage shed. The first-floor bedroom sits next to a full bath ideal for guests,1st floor master etc. Convenient direct entry 2-car garage! Upstairs are four additional bedrooms including a unique, two-room XLARGE primary suite with full bath & two walk in closets.-click more The flexible second room works as an office, gym, nursery the sky's the limit so use the space to suit your needs. Let's not forget the incredible amount of space the unfinished basement offers! It also has walk out access through a regular door not a bilco door. There's plenty of parking in the extra long & wide driveway and the oversized 2 car garage . Being Sold strictly "AS is" due to home being sold by the estate. Quick closing is ideal!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Raritan Bay Realty License #1120313 Listed on: 12/29/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach - Toms River License #1753832
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,687
Year Built
- Built in 2002
Lot Details
- 2.5 Acre Lot
- Fenced
- Oversized Lot
- Level Lot
- Backs to Trees or Woods
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Oversized Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Double-Wide Driveway
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,823 Sq Ft Home
- 3-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Ceiling height of 9 feet on the main level
- Ceiling Fan
- Light Fixtures
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Thermal Windows
- Sliding Doors
- Bonus Room
- Center Hall
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Stove
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Flooring
- Wood
- Concrete
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl Plank
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Primary Bathroom Bathtub Only
- Primary Bathroom includes a Walk-In Shower
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by a third party
- Solar Heating System
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Shed
Schools
- Ramtown Elementary School
- Howell South Middle School
- Howell High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Well
- Natural Gas Water Heater
- Water Softener
- Septic Tank
- Septic System
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Exclusions: Personal items
- Assessor Parcel Number 21-00040-0000-00010-02
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 29, 2025
Closed on
Mar 5, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Christine Luisi-Shwartz
Raritan Bay Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mary Bueti
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach - Toms River
List Price
$874,900
Sold Price
$875,000
Premium/Discount to List
$100
0.01%
Views
87
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$10,399
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.60%
Original Mortgage
$575,000
Outstanding Balance
$572,732
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$312,667
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$402,100
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 28, 2002
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 27, 2002
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Southard, NJ
-
John DeStefano
-
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David Borrero
RE/MAX HOMELAND REALTORS
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Randi Dickman
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Rey Castaneda
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1 in Southard
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Michael Jakubowski
Michael Jakubowski
Real Broker, LLC- Fairfield
(862) 310-6092
42 Total Sales
1 in Southard
$695,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $875,000 | Surety Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Stewart Title Guaranty Compa | |
| Deed | $438,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $80,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $575,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $402,100 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/17/2026 02/17/26 | Sold | $875,000 | 0.0% | $310 / Sq Ft |
| 01/08/2026 01/08/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/29/2025 12/29/25 | Price Changed | $874,900 | 0.0% | $310 / Sq Ft |
| 12/29/2025 12/29/25 | For Sale | $874,900 | -7.9% | $310 / Sq Ft |
| 12/24/2025 12/24/25 | Off Market | $949,900 | -- | -- |
| 12/16/2025 12/16/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/10/2025 12/10/25 | For Sale | $949,900 | -- | $336 / Sq Ft |
Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $12,687 | $805,200 | $358,000 | $447,200 |
| 2025 | $12,687 | $740,200 | $297,000 | $443,200 |
| 2024 | $11,933 | $686,000 | $251,000 | $435,000 |
| 2023 | $11,933 | $641,900 | $217,000 | $424,900 |
| 2022 | $11,124 | $581,400 | $174,200 | $407,200 |
| 2021 | $11,124 | $529,900 | $167,800 | $362,100 |
| 2020 | $12,269 | $530,200 | $167,800 | $362,400 |
| 2019 | $12,658 | $536,800 | $172,000 | $364,800 |
| 2018 | $12,419 | $524,000 | $172,000 | $352,000 |
| 2017 | $12,493 | $521,200 | $172,000 | $349,200 |
| 2016 | $12,441 | $512,400 | $172,000 | $340,400 |
| 2015 | $11,961 | $487,400 | $152,000 | $335,400 |
| 2014 | $11,570 | $437,600 | $162,000 | $275,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Christine Luisi-Shwartz
Seller's Agent in 2026
Christine Luisi-Shwartz
Raritan Bay Realty
(908) 278-0430
1 in this area
37 Total Sales
-
Mary Bueti
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Mary Bueti
BHHS Fox & Roach
(732) 267-1751
1 in this area
73 Total Sales
Map
Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 22536470
APN: 21-00040-0000-00010-02
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