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304 Shepard Avenue, Lacey, NJ 08731

$469,900

3 beds 3 baths 1,888 sqft Built 196825 days on marketActive

About this home

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!

Affordability — calculate your monthly payment

Adjust your budget to see what's left after housing, utilities and transportation. Numbers below assume a 5% down, 30YrFixed at 7.19% APR.

Your estimated payment
$4,463/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$4,162
Principal + interest$3,027
Property tax + insurance$959
PMI / 2nd mortgage$176
Utilities
$507
Heating + cooling$92
Internet + TV + phone$157
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$120
Car insurance + maintenance$120
Other (entertainment)
$157
$4,463/mo TLC
Budget$5,000/mo
Remaining after TLC$537/mo
Purchase price
$469,900
Down payment
$23,495 (5%)
Loan amount
$446,405
APR
7.19%

Quick facts

Type
Single Family Residence
Style
Ranch
Year built
1968
Lot size
0.0438 ac
Stories
1
Heating
Baseboard Hotwater
Cooling
None
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$5,530
MLS #
2661355M
County
Ocean

At a glance

Dishwasher

Home features

Appliances
DishwasherDryerGas Range/OvenMicrowaveWasherGas Water Heater
Interior
3 BedroomsBath MainDining RoomBath SecondBath HalfFlorida RoomKitchenKitchen SecondLaundry RoomLiving RoomNone
Parking
2 Car Width
Kitchen
2nd KitchenKitchen IslandEat-in Kitchen
Dining
Formal Dining Room
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
Public Sewer
Ownership
Fee Simple

Lot features

Corner Lot

Neighborhood — 08731

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population18,0588,832,837299,088,112
Population Change Since199026.00%14.00%20.00%
Population Density2931,137
Male8,8174,307,827147,432,321
Female9,2424,525,010151,655,844
Never Married2,6611,965,81163,775,926
Married9,0433,647,435123,120,365
Separated330391,23912,639,686
Widowed1,320515,17215,467,586
Divorced1,116529,39323,075,029
Number Of House Hold6,9043,167,345111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.612.732.60
Medial Age38.4637.1535.46
Median House Hold Income$59,098$63,392$48,276
Average House Hold Income$64,935$83,312$63,629
P C I$24,837$30,662$24,529
M D I$49,024$52,505$41,133
A T H E$52,258$61,369$50,898
S T R7.00%7.00%
W C J79.80%81.02%77.74%
(Zip) Code
8731

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304 Shepard Avenue · Lacey — $469,900 · Certihomes