Seller's Agent in 2025
Joy Bearden
Keller Williams Preferred Properties,Ship Bottom
(732) 606-3925
27 in this area
311 Total Sales
848 Ensign Dr Forked River, NJ 08731
Lacey Township Neighborhood
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,700
Sq Ft
10,019
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Boat Lift
- Home fronts a lagoon or estuary
- Custom Home
- Outdoor Pool
- Bay View
- Property near a lagoon
About This Home
As of October 2025Exclusive coastal getaway is what comes to mind when you arrive at this custom-built waterfront home located in the highly desirable community of The Sanctuary at Sunrise Beach. Featuring beautiful, unobstructed views of the Barnegat Bay and incredible lighthouse views. Every day the views will amaze you! This home is designer-decorated with entertaining in mind with its open floor plan, decks on every floor, and a rooftop deck that provides the very best Fourth of July views! The kitchen features 42-inch cabinets, stainless appliances, quartz countertops, two eating areas, and direct access to the covered porch to enjoy dining inside or outside. The two-story great room features a gas fireplace and a beautiful wall of windows There is a convenient first-floor bedroom with its own entrance. The owner's suite is a retreat of its own with cathedral ceilings, an adjacent office, a full spa bath, a walk-in closet, and lighthouse views. There are three additional guest bedrooms on the second floor with a private deck that your guest will love. The third floor is a complete outdoor rooftop with a TV for entertainment and the most incredible views! If all that wasn't enough, enjoy your day relaxing in the heated pool after a day out on the boat. The location is a fisherman's dream being only one lagoon from open water yet providing protection from the open water. This one-of-a-kind location can't be duplicated and special is an understatement when describing this home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Preferred Properties,Ship Bottom License #0341335 Listed on: 07/18/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $18,944
Year Built
- Built in 1992
Lot Details
- 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
- Home fronts a lagoon or estuary
- Corner Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway with Pavers
- Paver Block
Home Design
- Custom Home
- Shingle Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,700 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Crown Molding
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Recessed Lighting
- Light Fixtures
- Gas Fireplace
- Awning
- Blinds
- Double Door Entry
- Sliding Doors
- Living Room
- Bay Views
- Crawl Space
Kitchen
- Eat-In Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Stove
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
- Quartz Countertops
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 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
- Laundry Tub
Pool
- Outdoor Pool
- Heated Pool
- Outdoor Shower
- Pool Equipment Stays
Outdoor Features
- Property near a lagoon
- Bulkhead
- Boat Lift
- Balcony
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Lacey Township High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Natural Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Sunrise Beach Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 13-00374-0000-00048-01
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 18, 2025
Closed on
Oct 16, 2025
Sold by
Cologna Anthony L and Bearden Joy
Bought by
Godfrey Marie and Godfrey Thomas
Seller's Agent
Joy Bearden
Keller Williams Preferred Properties,Ship Bottom
Buyer's Agent
Arthur Rosenbaum
Van Dyk Group
List Price
$1,750,000
Sold Price
$1,710,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-2.29%
Views
215
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.12%
Original Mortgage
$1,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$697,014
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 20, 2021
Sold by
Cologna Anthony L
Bought by
Cologna Anthony L and Bearden Joy
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 22, 2020
Sold by
Jersey Shore Home Maintenance Llc
Bought by
Cologna Anthony L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$510,400
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 5, 2019
Closed on
Nov 21, 2019
Sold by
Wells Fargo Bank Na
Bought by
Jersey Shore Home Maintenance Llc
Seller's Agent
Ralph Barone
NJ REO Managment & Realty
Buyer's Agent
Joy Bearden
Pacesetter Realty
Sold Price
$355,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
30.02%
Original Mortgage
$319,500
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 5, 2019
Closed on
Nov 18, 2019
Sold by
Peterson Robert and Bongiovanni James L
Bought by
Wells Fargo Bank Na and The Harborview Mortgage Loan Trusts
Seller's Agent
Ralph Barone
NJ REO Managment & Realty
Buyer's Agent
Joy Bearden
Pacesetter Realty
Sold Price
$355,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$319,500
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 11, 2018
Sold by
Ocean County Tax Collector
Bought by
Us Bank Na
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 27, 2005
Sold by
Wirkman Alvin L and Wirkman Dorothy K
Bought by
Peterson Robert
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$800,000
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bargain Sale Deed | $1,710,000 | Surety Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Counsellors Title Agency Inc | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Counsellors Title Agency Inc | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $355,000 | Servicelink Llc | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $301,000 | None Available | |
| Deed | $220 | -- | |
| Deed | $1,175,000 | Atlas Title Services Inc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $510,400 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $319,500 | Commercial | |
| Previous Owner | $800,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $100,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/16/2025 10/16/25 | Sold | $1,710,000 | -2.3% | $462 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/19/2025 08/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/18/2025 07/18/25 | For Sale | $1,750,000 | +393.0% | $473 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/05/2019 12/05/19 | Sold | $355,000 | -- | -- | View Prior Sale |
Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $18,944 | $854,300 | $325,300 | $529,000 |
| 2024 | $17,711 | $747,600 | $325,300 | $422,300 |
| 2023 | $16,918 | $747,600 | $325,300 | $422,300 |
| 2022 | $16,192 | $715,500 | $325,300 | $390,200 |
| 2021 | $15,920 | $715,500 | $325,300 | $390,200 |
| 2020 | $15,412 | $715,500 | $325,300 | $390,200 |
| 2019 | $15,140 | $715,500 | $325,300 | $390,200 |
| 2018 | $14,961 | $715,500 | $325,300 | $390,200 |
| 2017 | $14,618 | $715,500 | $325,300 | $390,200 |
| 2016 | $14,560 | $715,500 | $325,300 | $390,200 |
| 2015 | $13,909 | $715,500 | $325,300 | $390,200 |
| 2014 | $15,946 | $927,100 | $472,300 | $454,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Joy Bearden
-
Arthur Rosenbaum
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Arthur Rosenbaum
Van Dyk Group
(609) 433-8344
3 in this area
24 Total Sales
-
Ralph Barone
Seller's Agent in 2019
Ralph Barone
NJ REO Managment & Realty
(973) 715-7609
29 Total Sales
Map
Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
MLS Number: 22521450
APN: 13-00374-0000-00048-01
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