Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds1,688 sqft
26 Mermaid Rd, Toms River, NJ 08753
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.16 acresLot Size
1977Year Built
$504/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Experience the ultimate in coastal living with this beautifully renovated waterfront home, perfectly set just seven houses from the open bay. Located on an oversized lot with breathtaking water views and just seconds to open water, this property offers an exclusive opportunity to enjoy the very best of the Jersey Shore lifestyle. Step inside to discover 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, and an oversized 2-car garage, all enhanced by a full suite of brand-new high-efficiency systems, including a...Experience the ultimate in coastal living with this beautifully renovated waterfront home, perfectly set just seven houses from the open bay. Located on an oversized lot with breathtaking water views and just seconds to open water, this property offers an exclusive opportunity to enjoy the very best of the Jersey Shore lifestyle. Step inside to discover 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, and an oversized 2-car garage, all enhanced by a full suite of brand-new high-efficiency systems, including a gas furnace, A/C, water heater, pressure tank, and water softener. The expansive backyard is perfect for entertaining or adding a pool, framed by a vinyl bulkhead with brand new cap.
  • Listed by: Kyle T Marcell • RE/MAX Revolution
Listing closed: 05/21/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MOMLS, MLS#: 22511582

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Property Information for 26 Mermaid Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $8,406 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Ocean County
  • Complex/Subdivision: Shelter Cove
  • Zoning: Residential
  • Style: Bi-Level
  • Waterview: Yes
  • Directions: Bay Ave turn right onto Mermaid Rd.
Building Information
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1977
  • Lot Size: 0.16 AC / 6,969 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/Section: Shelter Cove
  • Postal City: Toms River
  • State: NJ
  • Municipality: Toms River Twp (TOM)
  • Elementary School: East Dover
  • Middle School: TR Intr East
  • High School: Toms River East
  • Other Elementary: St. Josephs
  • Other High: Donovan Catholic
  • Block: 724.1
  • Apx Year Built: 1977.0
  • House Number: 26
  • Street Name: Mermaid
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Zip Code: 08753
  • County: Ocean
Parking
  • Garage: Attached
  • Parking: Asphalt, Driveway
  • # Car Garage: 2.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA: No
  • Tax ID#: 08-00724-11-00138
  • Taxes: $8,406.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Apx SqFt: 1688.0
  • Acreage: 0.16
  • Lot: 138
  • Lot Description: Lagoon
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment - Total: 461600.0
  • Assessment - Improvements: 201600.0
  • Assessment Status: Assessed
  • Asmnt - Land: 260000.0
  • Possession: At Closing
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: A
  • List Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
Utilities
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Water Type: Lagoon
  • Water/Sewer: Public Sewer, Public Water
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Exterior: Deck, Fence, Patio, Dock
Interior Features
  • Interior: Attic - Pull Down Stairs, Sliding Doors, Recessed Lighting, Dec Molding
  • # Levels: 2
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Dining Room: Floor - Linoleum/Vinyl
  • Energy Features: Energy Appliances
  • Foyer: Dec Molding, Two Story, Floor - Linoleum/Vinyl
  • Great/Family Room: Floor - Linoleum/Vinyl, Sliding Door
  • Kitchen: Center Island, Eat-In, Granite/Stone Counter, Floor - Linoleum/Vinyl
  • Living Room: Floor - Linoleum/Vinyl
  • Included: Dishwasher, Water Softener, Whole House Fan, Gas Cooking, Stove, Refrigerator
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Baths: 2.0
  • Full Baths: 2.0
  • Half Baths: 0.0
  • Siding: Aluminum Siding
  • Rooms: 8

Property History for 26 Mermaid Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 21, 2025

Closed

MOMLS #22511582

$850,000—
May 16, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1558543146

$850,000

+60.6% / yr

Apr 29, 2025

Pending

MOMLS #22511582

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/21/2025

Closed

MOMLS #22511582

$850,000
05/16/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1558543146

$850,000

+60.6% / yr

04/29/2025

Pending

MOMLS #22511582

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Public Records for 26 Mermaid Road

Taxable ValueLand$260,000Additions$307,300Total$567,300
Tax Record2025$9,020 ($752 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,688 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,688 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,882 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1977Year Renovated1977ZoningR50CountyOCEANAPN08-00724-11-00138

Schools near 26 Mermaid Road

This home is within Toms River Regional School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
East Dover Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Toms River Intermediate East
Public6 to 8

Toms River High - East High School
Public9 to 12

Cedar Grove Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 26 Mermaid Road, Toms River, NJ 08753
$850,000
4
1,688
6,969
$670,000
3
–
–
$215,000
–
–
–
–
$280,000
3
1,434
10,000
–
4
2
2,082
10,001
$190,000
2
1,425
10,018

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