Sold688d on marketHistoric · 106 yrs
79 Liberty St
Fords, NJ, 08863 • 08863 • Middlesex County
$450,000
3Beds
2Baths
0.12 acLot
1920Built
Property DNA
Colonial Style
Built 1920 · 106 years of history
Outdoor Living
Porch
Outbuilding
Outbuilding
2-Car Garage
1 Car Width · Concrete · Garage · Detached · Parking Pad · Driveway · Hard Surface
Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
3 views
People checking out this listing
688 days on market
Established listing
About this home
Single Family · Built 1920 · Historic
You will fall in love with the curb appeal and charm of this home when you visit. This 3 bedroom craftsman colonial has an inviting rocking chair front porch that leads into this meticulously maintained home. On the main level there is hardwood floors in the front living room and in the main level bedroom. The nicely sized eat in kitchen has a door that leads to the backyard. A half bath is also located on the first floor off the kitchen. Upstairs there are two large bedrooms with hardwood floors and an updated full bathroom. There are pull down steps in the hall for easy access to the attic. Out back there is plenty of yard space and an oversized detached garage. Don't miss your chance to buy this amazing move in ready home. Multiple offers received. Highest and best due Sunday 4/7 at 4pm
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights oversized detached garage, meticulously maintained home, and hardwood floors as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,812/month
Principal & Interest$2,212
Property Tax$450
Insurance$150
Down payment20% ($90,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.23% rate · 30yr fixed · $360,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1920
HeatingBaseboard, Hot Water
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot5,079 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleColonial
Year built1920
Stories2
Systems
HeatingBaseboard, Hot Water
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
RoofAsphalt
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
Parking1 Car Width, Concrete, Garage, Detached, Parking Pad, Driveway, Hard Surface
Garage2 spaces
BasementFull, Storage Space, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities
Lot5,079 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood08863
ZoningR-6
Annual tax$5,639
Parcel250001500000600021
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
15 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Blinds
1 Bedroom
Kitchen
Bath Half
Living Room
2 Bedrooms
Bath Full
None
Appliances
Gas Range/Oven
Microwave
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Laminate
Vinyl-Linoleum
Wood
Heating
Baseboard
Hot Water
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Windows
Blinds
Exterior Features
Exterior
Open Porch(es)
Outbuilding(s)
Sidewalk
Yard
Parking
1 Car Width
Concrete
Garage
Detached
Parking Pad
Driveway
Hard Surface
Patio & Porch
Porch
Lot Features
Level
Community
Sidewalks
Pool Features
None
Utilities
Natural Gas Connected
Gas
Natural Gas
Other Structures
Outbuilding
Room details
3 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
First1st Floor
Kitchen
Eat-in Kitchen
Basement
0
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market688
Est. value$553,900
Est. rent$3,085/mo
Tax rate1.82%
On marketApr 2, 2024
PostedNov 9, 2025
Last sold$450,000
MLS updatedMay 23, 2024
Tour days6
Views3
How are the schools in Fords?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Fords, NJ, 08863
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
May 22, 2024Sold$450,000—All Jersey MLS
Apr 14, 2024Contingent$399,000—All Jersey MLS
Apr 3, 2024Listed For Sale$399,000—All Jersey MLS
Sold$450,000
May 22, 2024•All Jersey MLS
Contingent$399,000
Apr 14, 2024•All Jersey MLS
Listed For Sale$399,000
Apr 3, 2024•All Jersey MLS
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 11, 2025$6,096$52,400
Apr 11, 2024$6,096$52,400
Apr 11, 2023$5,964$52,400
Apr 11, 2022$5,814$52,400
Apr 11, 2021$5,767$52,400
Apr 11, 2020$5,985$52,400
Apr 11, 2019$5,716$52,400
Apr 11, 2018$5,290$52,400
Apr 11, 2017$5,569$52,400
Apr 11, 2016$5,461$52,400
Apr 11, 2015$5,342$52,400
Apr 11, 2014$5,263$52,400
Apr 11, 2013$5,104$52,400
Apr 11, 2012$4,922$52,400
Apr 11, 2011$4,686$52,400
Apr 11, 2010$4,447$52,400
Apr 11, 2009$4,112$52,400
Apr 11, 2008—$52,400
Apr 11, 2007$14,334$52,400
Apr 11, 2006$13,381$52,400
Apr 11, 2005$13,134$52,400
Apr 11, 2004—$52,400
Apr 11, 2003—$52,400
Apr 11, 2002—$52,400
Apr 11, 2001—$52,400
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Fords, NJ • Middlesex County
Nearby cities
CarteretEast BrunswickEdisonMatawanMonroe TownshipNew BrunswickNorth BrunswickOld Bridge
Nearby zip codes
08863
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