Own a piece of Keyport history with this 1840s Greek Revival brick home known as the historic Van Brackle House, featured on the cover of NJ Countryside Magazine. This freshly painted 3BR, 2BA home offers original wide plank wood floors, two staircases, a bonus family room, and four fireplaces (three decorative, restored kitchen fireplace functional). Water views of Keyport Harbor from the second floor. Recent upgrades include a new gutter system, updated kitchen with stainless steel dishwasher, refrigerator and range hood, brand-new second floor bath, and new hardwood floors in the third bedroom. Additional updates include 200-amp electric, plumbing and sewer upgrades, sprinkler system, fenced yard, shed, and driveway for 2-3 cars. Steps to the Keyport Boardwalk, waterfront parks, marina, restaurants, and downtown.
Single-familyProperty Type
1909Year Built
6,098 sq ftLot Size
$339Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Melina Bradley• Keller Williams Realty West Monmouth
Bought with Melissa Cuozzo• Keller Williams Realty West Monmouth
Est. $4,630 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 72 1st St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MOMLS #22605558
Jun 1, 2026
Sold
$710,000
$339/sq ft
Apr 29, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 22, 2026
Relisted
—
Mar 18, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 5, 2026
Listed
$648,000
$309/sq ft
MOMLS #22116901
Jul 26, 2021
Sold
$475,000
$227/sq ft
Jun 4, 2021
Pending
—
May 28, 2021
Listed
$439,900
$210/sq ft
+31
COMING SOON. SHOWINGS START JUNE 1st. An Opportunity to own a beautiful 1840s Historic Greek Revival Brick home where old meets new. It boasts 3 bedrooms , 2 full baths, 2 staircases, a family bonus room and 5 fireplaces. Known as the ''Van Brackle'' home, it was featured on the cover of NJ Countryside Magazine in 2006 and has been a showcase on the town GardenWalk event for several years. Original wide plank floors throughout with newer windows, roof and furnace/hot water heater replaced in 2019. Enjoy the water views of the harbor from the 2nd floor or the flowering perennial gardens that surround the home. Restaurants, waterfront parks, pier, boat ramp and yacht club are only a block away. 5 minutes to NJ Transit Bus/Train GSP or major Hwys. A must see classic.
Public Records
Apr 6, 2018
Sold
$350,000
$167/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 12, 1994
Sold
$176,000
$84/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 11, 1985
Sold
$110,000
$52/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 1, 1983
Sold
$82,000
$39/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,305 (+1.1%)
$342,200 + $321,700
$663,900
2024
$12,167 (+3.5%)
$311,100 + $306,600
$617,700
2023
$11,759 (+5.6%)
$296,300 + $291,500
$587,800
2022
$11,132 (+8.0%)
$269,400 + $265,600
$535,000
2021
$10,303 (+4.3%)
$234,200 + $230,800
$465,000
2020
$9,880 (+3.9%)
$216,900 + $191,300
$408,200
2019
$9,509 (+10.6%)
$206,500 + $182,000
$388,500
2018
$8,598 (+7.6%)
$196,700 + $177,800
$374,500
2017
$7,993 (+2.6%)
$200,600 + $106,000
$306,600
2016
$7,788 (+1.3%)
$200,600 + $106,000
$306,600
2015
$7,687 (−11.6%)
$200,600 + $100,700
$301,300
2014
$8,693 (−2.3%)
$203,200 + $134,800
$338,000
2013
$8,897 (+2.5%)
$203,200 + $134,800
$338,000
2012
$8,678 (+1.2%)
$262,200 + $134,800
$397,000
2011
$8,575 (+0.9%)
$262,200 + $134,800
$397,000
2010
$8,500 (+1.7%)
$262,200 + $134,800
$397,000
2009
$8,361
$262,200 + $134,800
$397,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
66 ft.
Lot depth
97 ft.
Lot size
6,402 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,096
Year built
1909
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monmouth County
APN
2400093 00002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
RB
Residential District B
The purpose of the RB Residential District is to provide a balance of housing stock while providing a transitional buffer to the RA District from the more intense uses in the higher density residential and commercial districts.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Housing-Multiple units
Office
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 0.0
Interior
Interior Features
Inclusions: AC Units, Washer, Blinds/Shades, Dishwasher, Dryer, Light Fixtures, Microwave, Security System, Stove, Refrigerator, Gas Cooking