Redfin is joining Rocket

Discover how we're simplifying your journey home.

$749,000

781 River Ave Lakewood, NJ 08701

2 beds
1 full
863 sqft
0.1 acres
$868 / sqft
House

Property details

About 781 River Ave

Located on highly desirable Route 9, this property offers excellent frontage and visibility. The ranch home features a cozy layout with an unfinished basement, ready for your personal touch. In the back, you'll find a detached garage beautifully converted into a studio space—perfect for creative projects, a home office, or rental income. With its income potential, flexible layout, and prime location, this property is a must-see! Schedule your showing today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingOther
StatusActive
CoolingOther
Size863 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.15 Acres
Year built1940
MLS #22502078
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 2
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Exterior: Other
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Heating: Other
  • Cooling: Other
  • List Price: $749,000
  • Price/SqFt: $867
  • Annual Tax Amount: $6,179
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Living Area: 863 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.15 Acres
  • MLS Number: 22502078
  • MLS Name: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
  • Office Name: Imperial Real Estate Agency
  • Listing Agent: Joshua Spiegel

IDX The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the Internet Data exchange (“IDX”) program of the Monmouth/Ocean MLS Monmouth County Association Board of Realtors. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Real estate listings held by other brokerage firms are indicated by detailed information about them such as the name of the listing firms. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Copyright © 2025 Monmouth/Ocean MLS Monmouth County Association Board of Realtors. All Rights Reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 7/23/2025, 7:40:33 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jun 01, 2018
Home Sold
$150,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$261,400$6,179
2022$261,400$5,965
2021$261,400$5,954
2020$261,400$5,939
2019$261,400$5,484

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Oak Street Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.3 mi

75 Oak St

3

Ocean Academy Charter School

Public Charter KG-5

1.4 mi

1650 Massachusetts Ave

6

Clifton Ave Grade School

Public District 1-5

2.0 mi

625 Clifton Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $60,679. Residents of Lakewood, NJ typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The most common type of family is married, with kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

30%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

22%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
50%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

38%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
32%
18-34 yrs old
20%
35-64 yrs old
4%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Yoga/pilatesYoga/pilates
  • SoccerSoccer
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • H&MH&M
  • The Container StoreThe Container Store
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Dominos PizzaDominos Pizza
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • AudiAudi
  • BMWBMW
  • VolvoVolvo

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Similar homes for sale

Frequently asked questions

About 781 River Ave

The listing price of 781 River Ave property is $749,000.

The property 781 River Ave is a house located in Lakewood, New Jersey, 08701.

Active Listing: 781 River Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 781 River Ave are: Oak Street Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Ocean Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Clifton Ave Grade School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lakewood Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Christa Mcauliffe Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Manchester Township Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lakewood High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Jackson Liberty High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Brick Township High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,179 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on June 1, 2018 for $150,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 781 River Ave has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

The property 781 River Ave is 863 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 781 River Ave is 1940.

This home is located at 781 River Ave in Lakewood, NJ and zip code 08701. This 863 square foot home, which was built in 1940, sits on a 0.15 acre lot. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $749,000.

While more than 14 listings in Lakewood, NJ in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 4 listings sold at asking price, and more than 29 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Lakewood, NJ between May and June 2025 increased by 10.7%. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 40 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $360,000.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

More resources