Welcome to your PRIVATE HIDEAWAY on almost 2 ACRES of secluded, wooded land. Tucked at the end of a quiet drive and surrounded by untouched nature, this charming 4 BEDROOM home with a BONUS ROOM offers a rare blend of PRIVACY, ACREAGE, and YEAR ROUND BEAUTY. Step outside and enjoy true privacy. An expansive IN-GROUND POOL creates a setting perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The beautifully restored FARM BARN adds character and versatility. An OUTDOOR SHOWER and wide open yard make summer days feel effortless. This property backs to HUNDREDS OF ACRES of UNDEVELOPED LAND along the Manasquan River, offering unmatched tranquility and stunning scenery in every season. From lush greens in spring and summer, to vibrant fall foliage, to peaceful SNOW COVERED WINTERS, this landscape feels straight out of a storybook. Inside, the home continues to shine with warm character and thoughtful updates. Enjoy exposed wood flooring, an UPDATED KITCHEN, a beautifully REMODELED MAIN BATHROOM, and a custom RECLAIMED WOOD READING NOOK that adds charm and craftsmanship. With 4 bedrooms plus an ADDITIONAL BONUS ROOM for a guest room, office, den, or hobby space, the layout is flexible for any lifestyle. If you've been searching for PRIVACY, ACREAGE, and a home that offers both everyday comfort and a one of a kind natural backdrop, this is the one. Properties like this rarely come to market and this setting is truly unforgettable.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
1.88 acresLot Size
$368Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jacob Khodakov• Signature Realty NJ
Bought with Kim Niedenstein• C21/ Solid Gold Realty
Est. $2,327 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 156 Old Tavern Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MOMLS #22535686
May 29, 2026
Sold
$615,000
$368/sq ft
Feb 4, 2026
Pending
—
Dec 4, 2025
Listed
$600,000
$359/sq ft
Dec 1, 2025
Coming Soon
$600,000
$359/sq ft
MOMLS #22531669
Nov 6, 2025
Price Changed
$630,000
$377/sq ft
Oct 18, 2025
Listed
$650,000
$389/sq ft
MOMLS #22527372
Sep 29, 2025
Pending
—
Sep 9, 2025
Listed
$650,000
$389/sq ft
MOMLS #22015056
Aug 7, 2020
Sold
$405,000
$242/sq ft
May 20, 2020
Pending
—
May 12, 2020
Listed
$399,900
$239/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,973 (+6.8%)
$355,200 + $225,800
$581,000
2024
$9,339 (+1.3%)
$295,200 + $223,700
$518,900
2023
$9,218 (+6.5%)
$248,500 + $219,600
$468,100
2022
$8,658 (−10.8%)
$225,500 + $214,500
$440,000
2021
$9,707 (+26.7%)
$175,200 + $204,200
$379,400
2020
$7,661 (−0.5%)
$160,200 + $228,400
$388,600
2019
$7,702 (+4.0%)
$149,100 + $154,800
$303,900
2018
$7,408 (+4.2%)
$149,100 + $152,100
$301,200
2017
$7,109 (+0.2%)
$132,700 + $140,600
$273,300
2016
$7,095 (−0.4%)
$132,700 + $140,600
$273,300
2015
$7,126 (−0.6%)
$133,200 + $137,100
$270,300
2014
$7,172 (−0.9%)
$143,200 + $106,100
$249,300
2013
$7,237
$143,200 + $106,100
$249,300
2012
$7,235 (−6.9%)
$143,200 + $106,100
$249,300
2011
$7,767 (+1.6%)
$143,200 + $106,100
$249,300
2010
$7,647 (+2.9%)
$229,000 + $105,800
$334,800
2009
$7,429
$229,000 + $105,800
$334,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2.79 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,673
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monmouth County
APN
2100050 00056
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 27, 2026.
ARE-6
Agricultural Rural Estate 6 Zone
The purpose of the ARE-6 Zones is to minimize the impacts of development in areas located outside of the centers identified in the Townships Master Plan. The goals include preservation of rural and agricultural uses and preservation of rural character. Many areas include significant environmental constraints, including wetlands, floodplains, rare and endangered species habitats, aquifer recharge areas and high-quality watersheds.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1.0
Interior
Interior Features
Fireplaces Total: 0
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Yes
Oil Above Ground, Hot Water, Baseboard, 2 Zoned Heat
Cooling: Yes
Other
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms Total: 5
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.5
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Half: 1
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Room 1 Information
Dining Room
First
Room 2 Information
Kitchen
First
Room 3 Information
Living Room
First
Room 4 Information
Office
First
Room 5 Information
Bathroom
First
Room 6 Information
Bedroom
First
Room 7 Information
Bedroom
First
Room 8 Information
Second
Room 9 Information
Bedroom
Second
Room 10 Information
Bedroom
Second
Room 11 Information
Bathroom
Second
Room 12 Information
Laundry
Second
Exterior
Exterior Features
Timberline, Shingle
Land Information
Topography: Level
Property Information
Living Area: 1673.0
Ownership: Fee Simple
Subdivision Information
None
None
Howell (HOW)
Financial
Tax Information
Parcel Number: 21-00050-0000-00056
Tax Annual Amount: 9339.0
Tax Assessed Value: 518900
Tax Block: 50
Tax Lot: 56
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Location Information
Monmouth
Latitude: 40.16582
Longitude: -74.166354
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,673
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 2.79 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Monmouth County
APN: 2100050 00056
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 27, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Documents Change Timestamp: 2025-12-01T16:40:25Z
Documents Count: 0
Listing Information
Photos Count: 39
Closed
Around this home
Schools
Land O'Pines Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 3.1mi
Howell Twp Middle School North
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
7/10
Howell High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
5/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.62% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
75% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Howell, NJ • 07731
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
37
22
41
25
57
36
65
44
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70
82
63
75
59
68
47
57
38
43
27
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
4.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$615,000 – $744,000
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