Welcome to carefree living in this beautifully renovated ranch home located in the desirable Leisure Knolls gated 55+ community. Meticulously maintained and truly turnkey, this exceptional residence has been thoughtfully updated throughout and offers the perfect blend of comfort, style and convenience. An inviting front porch welcomes you into this stunning home featuring a spacious living room, formal dining room, and a beautifully renovated eat-in kitchen complete with top-of-the-line GE SS appliances, a pantry and a convenient coffee bar-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious king-size primary suite offers a beautifully updated private bath and a walk-in closet. The second bedroom is spacious and beautifully appointed. The main bath was also tastefully renovated. New flooring flows seamlessly throughout the entire home, enhancing its modern appeal. The cozy family room, highlighted by a gas fireplace, features sliding glass doors leading to a private concrete patio, and stunning garden with blooming flowers and vegetables. Additional amenities include natural gas heat, a gas stove, gas BBQ, front & rear underground sprinkler systems, newly landscaped grounds and a newly painted exterior. Energy efficient leased solar panels provide substantial savings on electric costs, adding to the home's overall value & efficiency. Residents enjoy the many benefits of this sought-after gated community featuring an inground pool, community room, gym, & low HOA fees.
RanchProperty Type
5,750 sq ftLot Size
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Libera Schilare• The Agency Rutherford Realty Inc.
Welcome to carefree living in this beautifully renovated ranch home located in the desirable Leisure Knolls gated 55+ community. Meticulously maintained and truly turnkey, this exceptional residence has been thoughtfully updated throughout and offers the perfect blend of comfort, style and convenience. An inviting front porch welcomes you into this stunning home featuring a spacious living room, formal dining room, and a beautifully renovated eat-in kitchen complete with top-of-the-line GE SS appliances, a pantry and a convenient coffee bar-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious king-size primary suite offers a beautifully updated private bath and a walk-in closet. The second bedroom is spacious and beautifully appointed. The main bath was also tastefully renovated. New flooring flows seamlessly throughout the entire home, enhancing its modern appeal. The cozy family room, highlighted by a gas fireplace, features sliding glass doors leading to a private concrete patio, and stunning garden with blooming flowers and vegetables. Additional amenities include natural gas heat, a gas stove, gas BBQ, front & rear underground sprinkler systems, newly landscaped grounds and a newly painted exterior. Energy efficient leased solar panels provide substantial savings on electric costs, adding to the home's overall value & efficiency. Residents enjoy the many benefits of this sought-after gated community featuring an inground pool, community room, gym, & low HOA fees.
MOMLS #22230123
Dec 22, 2022
Sold
$315,000
Nov 14, 2022
Contingent
—
Sep 23, 2022
Listed
$325,000
+28
**Fairfax Model** with over 1,700 sq feet of living space - from the curb appeal thru the home-- it will feel like home! The foyer leads you into the formal L/R & D/R (with french doors).To the Kitchen which has been redone & appliances included! Family Room has gas fireplace and slider out to large patio. 2 bedrooms +2 Bathrooms - just remodeled! New HWH! TImberline Roof! All windows have been replaced- and Sliding door! Attached garage with slop sink and storage. Separate Laundry room. The community offers easy living - clubs, pool, and gym!
Public Records
Jul 27, 2004
Sold
$200,000
Public Records
May 1, 1981
Sold
$90,476
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,747 (+20.2%)
$88,300 + $306,700
$395,000
2024
$4,782 (+24.0%)
$88,300 + $306,700
$395,000
2023
$3,856 (+5.2%)
$40,600 + $154,200
$194,800
2022
$3,666 (+2.2%)
$40,600 + $124,900
$165,500
2021
$3,586 (+2.7%)
$40,600 + $124,900
$165,500
2020
$3,492 (+0.8%)
$40,600 + $124,900
$165,500
2019
$3,465 (+0.4%)
$40,600 + $124,900
$165,500
2018
$3,452 (−0.4%)
$20,600 + $114,500
$135,100
2017
$3,465 (+1.2%)
$20,600 + $114,500
$135,100
2016
$3,423 (+4.0%)
$20,600 + $114,500
$135,100
2014
$3,291 (+3.6%)
$20,600 + $114,500
$135,100
2013
$3,176 (−7.8%)
$20,600 + $114,500
$135,100
2012
$3,444 (+3.5%)
$20,600 + $114,500
$135,100
2011
$3,328 (+5.7%)
$40,600 + $138,600
$179,200
2010
$3,149 (+5.1%)
$40,600 + $138,600
$179,200
2009
$2,996
$40,600 + $138,600
$179,200
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,750 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,714
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,714
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Ocean County
APN
1900052 2600004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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 102° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
62% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Manchester, NJ • 08759
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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6.3 hrs
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