Coastal Lifestyle Meets Contemporary Comfort in Shelter Cove!
Welcome to 783 Simmons Drive, a beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath bi-level home nestled in one of Toms River's most desirable and vibrant waterfront communities. While this home is tucked just off the open water, its thoughtful design rewards you with beautiful water views from the upper living levels, offering a daily reminder of how close you are to the shore.
Step inside to find a freshly modernized interior, completely redone within the last few years. The upper level features a bright, open flow with a seamless transition between the living space, dining area, and an updated kitchen--perfect for entertaining. Downstairs offers fantastic versatility with additional living space, bedrooms, and a full bath, making it ideal for a family room, home office, or guest suite.
Outside, the generous yard is fully fenced-in, providing a private, secure oasis for summer barbecues, pets, or outdoor play.
Living in Shelter Cove means embracing an incredible neighborhood footprint. Just moments from your front door, you have access to a spectacular community beach area, a scenic gazebo, tennis and pickleball courts, baseball and soccer fields. It's the ultimate combination of a quiet, neatly tucked-away neighborhood and an active, outdoor lifestyle. Don't miss the chance to make this turn-key home your own!
For sale
$499,900
783 Simmons Drive, Toms River, NJ 08753
4beds
1,544sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$500,400 Zestimate®
$324/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 2 days |
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listed by:
Michelle Anderson 908-692-8303,
NextHome Zenith
Source: MoreMLS,MLS#: 22616750
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
- Basement: None
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,544
- Total interior livable area: 1,544 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 75 x 100
- Topography: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 08015002500023
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Shelter Cove
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Toms River
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $324/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $370,500
- Annual tax amount: $7,240
- Date on market: 6/4/2026
- Inclusions: Washer, Dryer, Light Fixtures, Refrigerator, Gas Cooking
Estimated market value
$500,400
$475,000 - $525,000
$3,149/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $499,900+8.7%$324/sqft |
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| 10/18/2024 | Sold | $460,000-3.2%$298/sqft |
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| 9/23/2024 | Pending sale | $475,000$308/sqft |
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| 8/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $475,000$308/sqft |
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| 8/2/2024 | Pending sale | $475,000$308/sqft |
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| 7/23/2024 | Listed for sale | $475,000+26.7%$308/sqft |
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| 5/8/2024 | Sold | $375,000+87.5%$243/sqft |
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| 6/23/2015 | Sold | $200,000-2.4%$130/sqft |
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| 1/8/2015 | Price change | $204,900-2.1%$133/sqft |
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| 10/30/2014 | Listed for sale | $209,250-23.9%$136/sqft |
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| 5/26/2004 | Sold | $275,000+3.8%$178/sqft |
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| 11/17/2003 | Sold | $265,000+121.2%$172/sqft |
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| 6/16/1994 | Sold | $119,800$78/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,184 +26.3% | $370,500 |
| 2022 | $4,895 | $370,500 |
| 2021 | $4,895 +5% | $370,500 +89.6% |
| 2020 | $4,662 +1.4% | $195,400 |
| 2019 | $4,600 +0.9% | $195,400 |
| 2018 | $4,561 +2.7% | $195,400 |
| 2017 | $4,441 +3.9% | $195,400 |
| 2016 | $4,273 +25.5% | $195,400 |
| 2015 | $3,406 +3% | $195,400 +19.4% |
| 2014 | $3,308 -11% | $163,600 |
| 2013 | $3,715 -0.1% | $163,600 -30.4% |
| 2012 | $3,718 +5.9% | $235,000 -5.7% |
| 2011 | $3,511 +10.9% | $249,200 |
| 2010 | $3,167 +154.2% | $249,200 |
| 2009 | $1,246 | $249,200 +169.4% |
| 2008 | $1,246 +8.4% | $92,500 +2.1% |
| 2007 | $1,149 +11.4% | $90,600 |
| 2006 | $1,032 | $90,600 |
| 2004 | -- | $90,600 |
| 2003 | -- | $90,600 |
| 2002 | -- | $90,600 |
| 2001 | -- | $90,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 08753
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10East Dover Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Toms River Intermediate EastGrades: 6-8Distance: 3 mi
- 4/10Toms River High - East High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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- New Jersey
- Ocean County
- Toms River
- 08753
- 783 Simmons Drive








