196 Old Forge Rd

Monroe Township, NJ 08831

$685,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,680 Sq. Ft.
$408 / Sq. Ft.
1,680
Sq. Ft.
$408
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 5/3/24
Closed 5/3/24

Description

This is the sprawling ranch with a basement that you have been waiting for! Set on a beautiful, natural lot 225 x 300 deep, with lots of privacy and endless possibilities! A circular driveway leads you home! Packed with features including hardwood floors (2018) in the large cozy living room with wood burning fireplace for those cold winter nights, formal dining room for entertaining, the eat-in-kitchen is a chef's delight with stainless steel appliances and Corian countertops, lots of cabinets, a...This is the sprawling ranch with a basement that you have been waiting for! Set on a beautiful, natural lot 225 x 300 deep, with lots of privacy and endless possibilities! A circular driveway leads you home! Packed with features including hardwood floors (2018) in the large cozy living room with wood burning fireplace for those cold winter nights, formal dining room for entertaining, the eat-in-kitchen is a chef's delight with stainless steel appliances and Corian countertops, lots of cabinets, a bonus pantry, and sliders overlooking the stunning yard! The stunning Owner's Suite features Hardwood Floors (2023) with a private luxury renovated bath boasting an oversized soaking tub and upgraded tiled shower, gorgeous quartz countertop with double sinks featuring upgraded fixtures, and his and hers double closets! All 3 bedrooms have ceiling fans, Mud/Laundry room includes a slop sink and entry into the oversized 2 car garage with loads of storage space. The massive full basement is a blank canvas ready to be finished with your design and needs with bilco doors to the outside. This well-maintained home is completed with a newer HWH, wood deck off the sliders in the yard which is approximately 1.5 acres of natural beauty! Don't miss out on this beautiful, well maintained home located in a town boasting a great school system, low taxes, just minutes to NYC park & ride, Township amenities including close proximity to Thompson park, tons of parks & fields, Recreation center, senior center, library, and more! HVAC 2019, HWH 2022, Hardwood in Liv,DR,Hall 2018 Master 2023 Pride of ownership!
  1. Listed by KAREN SCARPA • RE/MAX FIRST REALTY, INC.

Property Details for 196 Old Forge Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
Zoning
R60
Year Built
1998
Subdivision Name
Old Forge
LISTING UPDATED: 11/17/2025 01:34 AM

Property Details for 196 Old Forge Road

StatusClosed
MLS #2353823M
Days on Market35
Taxes$9,968 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1998
Lot Size1.55 AC / 67,518 SF
CountyMiddlesex County
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Building Information for 196 Old Forge Road

Stories1Year Built1998Building Size-Lot Size1.55 AC / 67,518 SF

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Property Information for 196 Old Forge Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • State Or Province: NJ
Parking
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Open Parking: Yes
  • Parking Features: 1 Car Width, Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Oversized
Owner
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,968.00
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Association Fee: $0
  • Association Fee2: $0
  • Association Fee2 Frequency: Monthly
  • Other Fees: $.00
  • Monthly Payment: $.00
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Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1680.0
  • Levels: Two
  • Living Area: 1680.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • Lot Features: Level, See Remarks
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.55
  • Lot Size Area: 1.55
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 67518.0
Property and Assessments
  • Water Source: Public
  • Parcel Number: 120010661000171
  • Photos Count: 25
  • Property Attached: No
Utilities
  • Senior Community: No
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Flooring: Wood, Laminate
  • Gas: Natural Gas
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Heating: Yes
  • Interior Features: Blinds, 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Dining Room, Bath Full, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen, Living Room, Attic, None
  • Postal Code: 08831
  • Postal Code Plus4: 1490
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Exterior Entry, Utility Room
  • Basement Area: 0.0
  • Bathrooms Total: 2
  • Bathroom Features: Stall Shower and Tub
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Dining Room
  • Kitchen Features: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Primary Bedroom Features: 1st Floor, Full Bath
  • Primary Bedroom Level: First
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows, Screen/Storm Window, Blinds
  • Dining Room: Yes
Exterior Features
  • Service: Garbage-Extra Charge, See Remarks
  • Exterior Features: Door(s)-Storm/Screen, Insulated Pane Windows, Screen/Storm Window, Yard
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
Multi Family
Income & Expenses Information
  • Maintenance Expense: $0

Property History for 196 Old Forge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 2, 2024

Sold

CJMLS #2353823M

$685,000—
Apr 12, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1532011212

$685,000

+14.8% / yr

Feb 22, 2024

Active Under Contract

CJMLS #2353823M

—
Jan 17, 2024

Listed (Active)

CJMLS #2353823M

$699,900—
Mar 22, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #641936822

$340,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/02/2024

Sold

CJMLS #2353823M

$685,000
04/12/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1532011212

$685,000

+14.8% / yr

02/22/2024

Active Under Contract

CJMLS #2353823M

—
01/17/2024

Listed (Active)

CJMLS #2353823M

$699,900
03/22/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #641936822

$340,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 196 Old Forge Road

Taxable ValueLand$187,800Additions$188,600Total$376,400
Tax Record2024$10,327 ($861 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,680 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,680 SqFtLot Size67,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1998ZoningR60CountyMIDDLESEXAPN12 00106- 61-00017- 1

Schools near 196 Old Forge Road

This home is within Monroe Township Board Of Education School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Mill Lake Elementary School
Public - PK to 3
Woodland Elementary School
Public - 4 to 5
Monroe Township Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Monroe Twp High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mill Lake Elementary School
PublicPK to 3

Woodland Elementary School
Public4 to 5

Monroe Township Middle School
Public6 to 8

Monroe Twp High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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