Welcome home to this charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch in the heart of Forked River. Features include an eat-in kitchen with shaker-style cabinetry, a bright living room. The basement with Bilco doors offers plenty of storage and potential for a workshop or future finished space. Enjoy the fully fenced backyard, perfect for entertaining, pets, or relaxing. Additional updates include a newer tankless hot water heater and upgraded electrical panel. Leased solar panels are $133/month. Conveniently located near shopping, restaurants, marinas, parks, and the Jersey Shore. A great opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking easy, low-maintenance living.
What a great starter home! Ready to move in. 2 beds and 1 bath with laundry hook up. EIK with white shaker cabinets. Fully fenced in yard. Bilco basement neat and clean where all utilities are kept.
MOMLS #21715656
May 24, 2017
Delisted
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Apr 24, 2017
Listed
$149,900
$151/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #NJOC169026
May 24, 2017
Listing Removed
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Apr 24, 2017
Listed
$149,900
$151/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 27, 2007
Sold
$231,500
$234/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #NJOC285196
Jan 22, 2007
Listed
$235,000
$237/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 23, 2003
Sold
$140,000
$141/sq ft
BRIGHT MLS #NJOC319896
Mar 17, 2003
Listed
$159,000
$161/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 17, 1989
Sold
$105,000
$106/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 31, 1987
Sold
$91,000
$92/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,578 (+8.0%)
$81,000 + $86,400
$167,400
2024
$4,239 (+7.0%)
$81,000 + $86,400
$167,400
2023
$3,963 (+4.7%)
$81,000 + $86,300
$167,300
2022
$3,786 (+1.7%)
$81,000 + $86,300
$167,300
2021
$3,722 (+3.3%)
$81,000 + $86,300
$167,300
2020
$3,604 (+12.0%)
$81,000 + $86,300
$167,300
2019
$3,216 (+1.2%)
$81,000 + $86,300
$167,300
2018
$3,178 (+2.3%)
$81,000 + $71,000
$152,000
2017
$3,105 (+0.4%)
$81,000 + $71,000
$152,000
2016
$3,093 (−6.1%)
$81,000 + $71,000
$152,000
2014
$3,295 (+4.4%)
$81,000 + $71,000
$152,000
2013
$3,156 (+7.9%)
$121,000 + $70,600
$191,600
2012
$2,924 (+4.0%)
$121,000 + $70,600
$191,600
2011
$2,813 (+2.4%)
$121,000 + $70,600
$191,600
2010
$2,748 (+1.6%)
$121,000 + $70,600
$191,600
2009
$2,705
$121,000 + $70,600
$191,600
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
8,002 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
990
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
990
Year built
1960
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ocean County
APN
1301323 00024
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 12, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
4/10 Fire Factor
1% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
7/10 Wind Factor
78% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Forked River, NJ • 08731
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
39
24
42
27
55
38
64
45
71
55
82
64
86
72
81
66
75
62
68
50
58
40
44
29
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.1 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1744 Whitcomb Rd
$384,165
$835 under list price of $385K
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