WELCOME HOME! This 3/4 bedroom, 2 bath ranch-style home sits on a large 150x100 lot in a quiet residential neighborhood in the heart of Matawan, just a short walk to Lake Lefferts and convenient to downtown shops, restaurants, NYC transportation, the Garden State Parkway, and the Jersey Shore.
The home offers the perfect mix of charm, updates, usable space, and outdoor living. Interior features include refinished hardwood floors, updated bathrooms, updated windows, oak cabinets, Corian countertops, new interior doors, recessed/spot lighting throughout, and a built-in electric fireplace in the main living area. The full dry walk-out basement has been partially finished and offers flexible space for a family room, play area, office, laundry, storage, or guest use.
The current owners have significantly improved and cared for the property since purchasing it in 2019, including a new roof, new hot water heater, remodeled basement, updated windows, extensive interior upgrades, and major exterior improvements.
The backyard is a true highlight. Enjoy a newly enhanced outdoor living space featuring a patio, pavers, outdoor kitchen area, gazebo, semi-inground pool, new perimeter fencing, two sheds including one newer shed, updated walkways, landscaping, and extensive cleanup around the perimeter of the property. The property backs to a ravine, adding greenery, privacy, and a more peaceful outdoor setting.
Conveniently located near downtown Matawan, Lake Lefferts, the Garden State Parkway, NYC bus and train lines, and the Jersey Shore beaches. Sellers are moving out of state. Call to schedule a private showing. New memories await the next homeowners!
For sale by owner
$699,000
257 Harding Blvd, Matawan, NJ 07747
3beds
1,218sqft
Est.:
SingleFamily
Built in 1958
0.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$574/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Semi-inground poolNew perimeter fencingUpdated walkwaysNew interior doorsRemodeled basementRefinished hardwood floorsFull dry walk-out basement
What the owner loves about this home
What we love most about this home is how much usable space and lifestyle it offers, both inside and outside. The ranch layout is comfortable and easy to live in, with updated finishes, a partially finished walk-out basement, and flexible areas for relaxing, working, entertaining, or storage.
The backyard is a true highlight. The large lot, patio, gazebo, outdoor kitchen area, semi-inground pool, new fencing, sheds, and updated walkways create a private outdoor space that is perfect for gatherings, summer weekends, and everyday enjoyment.
The location is also a major plus, with convenient access to downtown Matawan, shops and restaurants, Lake Lefferts, the Garden State Parkway, NYC bus and train lines, and the Jersey Shore.
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Listed by:
Property Owner (718) 612-0946
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Forced air, Gas
Cooling
- Central
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Partially finished
- Has fireplace: Yes
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,218 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off-street
Features
- Exterior features: Vinyl
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
Details
- Parcel number: 3100085000000014
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Shake / Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Matawan
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $574/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $466,800
- Annual tax amount: $10,190
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$3,333/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,000+94.2%$574/sqft |
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| 9/9/2019 | Sold | $360,000+7.5%$296/sqft |
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| 8/14/2019 | Pending sale | $334,900$275/sqft |
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| 8/1/2019 | Listed for sale | $334,900+21.8%$275/sqft |
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| 3/1/2014 | Listing removed | $274,900$226/sqft |
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| 1/14/2014 | Listed for sale | $274,900$226/sqft |
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| 12/7/2013 | Listing removed | $274,900$226/sqft |
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| 11/26/2013 | Listed for sale | $274,900+3.7%$226/sqft |
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| 6/10/2013 | Sold | $265,000-3.6%$218/sqft |
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| 5/3/2013 | Price change | $274,900+0.3%$226/sqft |
Source: Heritage House Sotheby's Int'l #21312221 Report a problem | ||
| 4/13/2013 | Listed for sale | $274,000-1.4%$225/sqft |
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| 3/7/2013 | Listing removed | $278,000$228/sqft |
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| 12/24/2012 | Price change | $278,000-3.8%$228/sqft |
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| 9/29/2012 | Listed for sale | $289,000+109.4%$237/sqft |
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| 7/18/1996 | Sold | $138,000$113/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,190 +3.6% | $466,800 +3.6% |
| 2024 | $9,839 +2.9% | $450,700 +2.4% |
| 2023 | $9,566 +6.4% | $440,000 +22.1% |
| 2022 | $8,993 +3.7% | $360,300 +12.9% |
| 2021 | $8,670 +8.4% | $319,100 +3.5% |
| 2020 | $7,997 +32.7% | $308,400 +2.1% |
| 2019 | $6,026 | $302,100 +2% |
| 2018 | $6,026 -21.5% | $296,100 +4% |
| 2017 | $7,673 +2% | $284,700 +2.3% |
| 2016 | $7,521 +4.2% | $278,400 +1.2% |
| 2015 | $7,221 -13.4% | $275,000 +3.8% |
| 2014 | $8,339 +1.1% | $265,000 -20.7% |
| 2013 | $8,246 +1.7% | $334,100 |
| 2012 | $8,109 +1.1% | $334,100 |
| 2011 | $8,022 +2.7% | $334,100 |
| 2010 | $7,815 +1.7% | $334,100 |
| 2009 | $7,688 | $334,100 |
| 2008 | -- | $334,100 +143.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $137,100 |
| 2006 | -- | $137,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $137,100 |
| 2002 | -- | $137,100 |
| 2001 | -- | $137,100 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Morristown
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Ravine Drive Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10Matawan Aberdeen Mid SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.1 mi
- 3/10Matawan Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ravine Drive
- Middle: Matawan Avenue
- High: Matawan Reg
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- New Jersey
- Monmouth County
- Matawan
- 07747
- Morristown
- 257 Harding Blvd






