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$749,000

688 Fort Plains Rd

Howell, NJ
Active
4
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,630
Square Feet
2.1
Lot Size (acres)
1994
Year Built
64
Days On Market

Pride of ownership is unmistakable throughout this lovingly maintained 4-bedroom home, a property that feels special the moment you arrive. Set peacefully back from the road on 2.1 acres, this sprawling 2,630 sq ft residence offers the space, privacy, and flexibility to truly settle in and make it your own for years to come. With a spacious parcel offering a unique setting and plenty of possibilities for how you choose to enjoy the property, there is room here to put down roots and create the lifestyle you've been dreaming of. The updated kitchen and bathrooms blend comfort with thoughtful improvements, while the spacious living areas provide plenty of room for everyday life, family gatherings, holidays, and entertaining. A full walkout basement offers even more room for hobbies, recreation, storage, or future possibilities. Well-kept big-ticket items add valuable peace of mind. Solar is owned so no monthly lease cost. For those considering future improvements to the home's heating, natural gas service is available in the surrounding areas, offering potential to explore bringing gas service to the property. Step outside and imagine summer BBQs, quiet mornings, evenings spent relaxing, gardening, playing, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. With a 2-car garage and additional parking, there is room for family, friends, and all the things that come with life on a property like this. This is more than a house--it's a place to put down roots, create traditions, grow into the space, and make memories for years to come. With endless possibilities at this unique location, while being conveniently close to I-95 and the Jersey Shore, this is the kind of home you'll be proud to make your own.

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
18 hours ago
Listed By
Dorlisa Merkovsky, 7324731700 · RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay, 7324731700
MLS#
22626340
Source
MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS)
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
688 Fort Plains Rd, Howell, NJ 07731
City
Howell
County
Monmouth
Neighborhood
None
Zip Code
07731

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Stories
2
Year Built
1994
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Brick
Building Area
2,630 sq. ft.
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Direct Access

Features & Amenities

Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Cooktop, Water Softener
Flooring
Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Patio and Porch
Deck
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating
Forced Air

Property Features

Lot Size
2.1 Acres
Lot Features
Other
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Zoning
Residential, Single Family, Agricultural

Square Footage

Total
2,630 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$749,000
Annual Taxes
$10,206

Schools

100/100
Sylvia Rosenauer Elementary School
Grades M–M · 3.6 mi
City
Jackson
Students
315
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
76% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Black
Free/reduced lunch
37%
Phone
(732) 833-4630
99/100
Ardena Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 3.3 mi
City
Farmingdale
Students
338
Student body
76% White · 12% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
23%
Phone
(732) 751-2485
78/100
Edith M. Griebling Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 2.6 mi
City
Farmingdale
Students
253
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
64% White · 17% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
19%
Phone
(732) 751-2487
77/100
Marshall W. Errickson School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 3.4 mi
City
Freehold
Students
421
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
77% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Black
Free/reduced lunch
12%
Phone
(732) 431-8022
76/100
Laura Donovan School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 4 mi
City
Freehold
Students
441
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
67% White · 25% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
22%
Phone
(732) 431-3321
74/100
Freehold Township High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 3.4 mi
City
Freehold
Students
2,007
Parent reviews
4.5★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
72% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
12%
Phone
(732) 431-8460
67/100
Crawford-Rodriguez Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 1.8 mi
City
Jackson
Students
718
Student–teacher
12.8
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
44% Hispanic / Latino · 42% White · 9% Black
Free/reduced lunch
64%
Phone
(732) 833-4690
54/100
Land O'Pines Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.8 mi
City
Howell
Students
429
Parent reviews
2.5★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
64% White · 21% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
20%
Phone
(732) 751-2489

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
08/23/2026Listed for sale$749,000

Listed by Dorlisa Merkovsky · RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay · 7324731700

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