SOLD JAN 30, 2026

Off Market Jan 2026 for $600K

$653,650

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,471/mo

•

2,089

sq ft

257 Wave Rd, Manahawkin, NJ 08050

About this home

Welcome to this beautiful ranch-style home in desirable Ocean Acres, just minutes from the pristine beaches of Long Beach Island. This charming property offers a bright, open floor plan with high ceilings, recessed lighting, and thoughtful features throughout, including pocket doors and a cozy gas corner fireplace in the family room. The spacious eat-in kitchen provides abundant cabinet space and includes a full appliance package, along with a new washer and dryer. Offering three generous bedrooms, the main bedroom features its own full ensuite bath with a tub and shower for added convenience. Enjoy outdoor living on the new Trex decking overlooking the expansive backyard—complete with a peaceful pond, outdoor furnishings, and grill included. The home also features a newer roof, several updates, a large garage, and meticulously landscaped grounds that enhance its curb appeal. Conveniently located near the Garden State Parkway, regional shopping, restaurants, and all local amenities, this home is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to settle into the Ocean Acres community.

Single-familyProperty Type

1999Year Built

$313Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Jessica DiFrancia • Keller Williams Realty - Atlantic Shore

•609-484-9890 (broker)

•klrw794@kw.com (broker)

Bought with Curtis Lee • BHHS Zack Shore REALTORS

•609-597-6464 (broker)

•manahawkin@zackshore.com (broker)

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•Source:BRIGHT MLS #NJOC2038598

Redfin Estimate

$653,650

$54K since sold in January 2026$13K since July

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This home's estimate is 15.3% higher than the average sale price ($567K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$680,000
A
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B
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$460,000
C
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D
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SOLD MAY 26, 2026
$526,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,494 sq ft
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SOLD NOV 24, 2025
$565,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,647 sq ft
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Market trends in 08050, NJ

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.2%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$650K

$50K MoM

Avg. days on market

22d

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

105

21 MoM

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Sale history for 257 Wave Rd

Date

Event

Price

MOMLS #22535670

Jan 30, 2026

Sold

$600,000

$287/sq ft

Dec 4, 2025

Pending

—

Dec 1, 2025

Listed

$595,999

$285/sq ft

+17

Welcome to this beautiful ranch-style home in desirable Ocean Acres, just minutes from the pristine beaches of Long Beach Island. This charming property offers a bright, open floor plan with high ceilings, recessed lighting, and thoughtful features throughout, including pocket doors and a cozy gas corner fireplace in the family room. The spacious eat-in kitchen provides abundant cabinet space and includes a full appliance package, along with a new washer and dryer. Offering three generous bedrooms, the main bedroom features its own full ensuite bath with a tub and shower for added convenience. Enjoy outdoor living on the new Trex decking overlooking the expansive backyard complete with a peaceful pond, outdoor furnishings, and grill included. The home also features a newer roof, several updates, a large garage, and meticulously landscaped grounds that enhance its curb appeal. Conveniently located near the Garden State Parkway, regional shopping, restaurants, and all local amenities, this home is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking to settle into the Ocean Acres community.

BRIGHT MLS #NJOC2038598

Jan 30, 2026

Sold

$600,000

$287/sq ft

Dec 9, 2025

Pending

—

Dec 4, 2025

Contingent

—

Nov 30, 2025

Listed

$595,999

$285/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,137 (+5.6%)

$182,800 + $365,300

$548,100

2024

$6,756 (+1.0%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2023

$6,691 (+4.5%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2022

$6,405 (+1.4%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2021

$6,318 (−0.1%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2020

$6,326 (+1.4%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2019

$6,237 (+0.6%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2018

$6,198 (−1.0%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2017

$6,259 (+5.3%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2016

$5,945 (+5.7%)

$67,400 + $198,600

$266,000

2014

$5,624 (−3.1%)

$67,400 + $198,600

$266,000

2013

$5,804 (−1.4%)

$66,600 + $191,600

$258,200

2012

$5,887 (+1.1%)

$66,700 + $191,600

$258,300

2011

$5,825 (+2.2%)

$130,500 + $178,200

$308,700

2010

$5,699 (+7.8%)

$130,500 + $178,200

$308,700

2009

$5,285

$130,500 + $178,200

$308,700

Tax history for 257 Wave Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,137 (+5.6%)

$182,800 + $365,300

$548,100

2024

$6,756 (+1.0%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2023

$6,691 (+4.5%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2022

$6,405 (+1.4%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2021

$6,318 (−0.1%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2020

$6,326 (+1.4%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2019

$6,237 (+0.6%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2018

$6,198 (−1.0%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2017

$6,259 (+5.3%)

$67,400 + $204,700

$272,100

2016

$5,945 (+5.7%)

$67,400 + $198,600

$266,000

2014

$5,624 (−3.1%)

$67,400 + $198,600

$266,000

2013

$5,804 (−1.4%)

$66,600 + $191,600

$258,200

2012

$5,887 (+1.1%)

$66,700 + $191,600

$258,300

2011

$5,825 (+2.2%)

$130,500 + $178,200

$308,700

2010

$5,699 (+7.8%)

$130,500 + $178,200

$308,700

2009

$5,285

$130,500 + $178,200

$308,700

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

73 ft.

Lot depth

152 ft.

Lot size

0.25 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,089

Year built

1999

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Ocean County

APN

3100044 13200010

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jun 12, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Attached Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Features: Garage - Front Entry
# of Total Garage and Parking Spaces: 8
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway - # of Spaces: 6
Paved Parking
Driveway, Attached Garage

Interior

Virtual Tour

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms On Main Level: 3

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full) On Main Level: 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2

Interior Information
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Stove, Refrigerator, Dryer
Door Features: Sliding Glass
Flooring Type: Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Engineered Wood
Interior Features: Attic, Soaking Tub, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Carpet, CeilngFan(s), Family Room Off Kitchen, Floor Plan - Open, Formal/Separate Dining Room, Kitchen - Eat-In, Pantry, Walk-in Closet(s), Wood Floors
Living Area Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Laundry Type: Has Laundry

Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Corner, Gas/Propane

Basement Information
Basement: No

Exterior

Property Information
Not Federal Flood Zone
Total Below Grade Sq. Ft.: 0
Horse: No
Improvement Assessed Value: $204,700
Ownership Interest: Fee Simple
Property Condition: Very Good
Year Built Source: Assessor

Building Information
Construction Materials: Frame
Foundation Details: Crawl Space
Other Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade
Outdoor Living Structures: Deck(s), Patio(s)
Structure Type: Detached
Window Features: Screens, Double Hung
Other Structures: Shed

Exterior Information
BBQ Grill, Boat Storage, Exterior Lighting, Lawn Sprinkler, Street Lights
Fencing: Rear

Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 73.00 x 151.89
Lot Dimensions Source: Estimated
Tidal Water: No

Land Information
Land Assessed Value: $67,400

Above Grade Information
Finished Sq.Ft.: 2,089
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Below Grade Information
Unfinished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor
Finished Sq.Ft. Source: Assessor

Financial

Tax Information
Agricultural Tax Due: No
Tax Assessed Value: $272,100
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: $7,137

Assessments Information
Year Assessed: 2025

Utilities

Utilities Information
Central Air
Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Hot Water: Natural Gas
Sewer Septic: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Municipal Trash: Yes

Location

School Information
School District Name: STAFFORD TOWNSHIP PUBLIC SCHOOLS
School District Source: Listing Agent

Location Information
Directions: Rt 72 to Neptune Dr to Wave Rd
Location Type: Suburban
Municipality: STAFFORD TWP

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,089
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1999
Year Renovated: —
County: Ocean County
APN: 3100044 13200010

Home facts updated by county records on Jun 12, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Ocean Acres Elementary School

Public PreK-2 • Assigned • 0.8mi

Southern Regional Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 3.0mi

8/10

Southern Regional High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi

5/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

5/10 Fire Factor

7% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

7/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 100° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

75% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

3/10 Air Factor

2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years

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In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$621,000 – $752,000

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Home values near 257 Wave Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
249 Wave Road, Manahawkin, NJ 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2500 Sq. Ft.	$632,896
261 Wave Road, Manahawkin, NJ 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2000 Sq. Ft.	$595,977

Address	Redfin Estimate
253 Wave Road, Manahawkin, NJ 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$464,738
264 Wave Road, Manahawkin, NJ 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1726 Sq. Ft.	$519,799

Address	Redfin Estimate
245 Wave Road, Manahawkin, NJ 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1529 Sq. Ft.	$538,413
260 Wave Road, Manahawkin, NJ 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$462,904

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