Sold199d on market
255 Cherokee Trail
Forked River, NJ, 08731 • 08731 • Ocean County
$490,000
$258/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,900Sqft
0.15 acLot
1965Built
Property DNA
Waterfront Property
Pond
Ranch Style
Built 1965 · 61 years of history
Barnegat Pines
08731
1 Fireplace
Cozy heat source
Ceramic Tile & Tile & Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
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199 days on market
Established listing
$258/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1965
Ever dreamed of living in a waterfront property by a peaceful lake? This meticulously maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is nestled along the beautiful shores of Lake Barnegat. Step inside to find a welcoming living room with a cozy gas fireplace, setting the tone for relaxed lakeside living. The newer eat-in kitchen features granite countertops, ceramic tile floors, decorative molding, a pantry, double oven, ample cabinet space, and sliding doors that lead out to a spacious deck with water views. The primary bedroom is complete with a walk-in closet and full en-suite bathroom. Outside, there is a deck, dock, and underground sprinkler system. Located close to parks, beaches, and everything the Jersey Shore has to offer, this lakefront home is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss! you won't want to miss!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights waterfront property, peaceful lake, and cozy gas fireplace as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$3,062/month
Principal & Interest$2,409
Property Tax$490
Insurance$163
Down payment20% ($98,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.23% rate · 30yr fixed · $392,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1965
HeatingNatural Gas, Hot Water, Baseboard
CoolingCentral Air
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot6,534 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year built1965
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Hot Water, Baseboard
CoolingCentral Air
Water / SewerPublic Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Driveway, Off Street, None
BasementCrawl Space
Fireplaces1
Lot6,534 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood08731
Annual tax$6,158
Parcel1301400000000052
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
6 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Recessed Lighting
Flooring
Ceramic Tile
Tile
Wood
Heating
Natural Gas
Hot Water
Baseboard
Cooling
Central Air
Exterior Features
Exterior
Dock
Lighting
Parking
Asphalt
Driveway
Off Street
None
Room details
6 rooms detailed
Bedroom
12×14 ft168 sqft
Bedroom
12×12 ft144 sqft
Other
18×11 ft198 sqft
Kitchen
22×30 ft660 sqft
Laundry
10×4 ft40 sqft
Living Room
15×20 ft300 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market199
Est. value$492,500
Est. rent$3,198/mo
Tax rate1.49%
Price/sqft$258
On marketJul 21, 2025
PostedMay 15, 2025
Last sold$490,000
MLS updatedSep 23, 2025
Tour days6
Views37
Favorites1
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Location
Forked River, NJ, 08731
Price history
7 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Sep 22, 2025Sold$490,000$258MoreMLS
Aug 11, 2025Pending Sale$499,999$263MoreMLS
Jul 21, 2025Listed For Sale$499,999$263MoreMLS
Jul 9, 2025Pending Sale$499,999$263MoreMLS
Jun 18, 2025Price Change$499,999$263MoreMLS
May 15, 2025Listed For Sale$519,999$274MoreMLS
Aug 14, 1996Sold$107,000$56Public Record
Sold$490,000
Sep 22, 2025•$258/sqft•MoreMLS
Pending Sale$499,999
Aug 11, 2025•$263/sqft•MoreMLS
Listed For Sale$499,999
Jul 21, 2025•$263/sqft•MoreMLS
Pending Sale$499,999
Jul 9, 2025•$263/sqft•MoreMLS
Price Change$499,999
Jun 18, 2025•$263/sqft•MoreMLS
Listed For Sale$519,999
May 15, 2025•$274/sqft•MoreMLS
Sold$107,000
Aug 14, 1996•$56/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
22 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$5,499$243,000
Apr 10, 2022$5,407$243,000
Apr 10, 2021$5,407$243,000
Apr 10, 2020$5,142$243,000
Apr 10, 2019$5,081$243,000
Apr 10, 2018$4,964$243,000
Apr 10, 2017$4,945$243,000
Apr 10, 2016$4,724$243,000
Apr 10, 2015$4,857$243,000
Apr 10, 2014$4,651$282,400
Apr 10, 2013$4,309$282,400
Apr 10, 2012$4,146$282,400
Apr 10, 2011$4,050$282,400
Apr 10, 2010$3,987$282,400
Apr 10, 2009$3,862$282,400
Apr 10, 2008$2,801$83,700
Apr 10, 2007—$84,500
Apr 10, 2006$2,515$84,500
Apr 10, 2004—$84,500
Apr 10, 2003—$84,500
Apr 10, 2002—$84,500
Apr 10, 2001—$84,500
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Local context around this listing
Forked River, NJ • Ocean County
Nearby cities
BarnegatBayvilleBrickBrowns MillsForked RiverJacksonLakewoodManahawkin
Nearby zip codes
0873108734
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