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$434,531$399 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $258,500 on Aug 25, 2004

1527 WHITCOMB RD

FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,089 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$435K
$401K low$468K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$258,500 · Aug 25, 2004
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$240,206
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$192,165
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.42%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$194,325
HSBC BK USA NA · recorded Apr 24, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,640 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$206,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$81,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$125,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$206,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$206,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyOCEAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asbestos
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Forked River Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.9 mi
M
Lacey Township Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Lacey Township High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Lacey Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08731These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,752
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.346 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,768
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,606
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1527 Whitcomb Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 69% of homes in Ocean County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Forked River 08731
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Ocean County
  • Older than 66% of homes in Ocean County

What homes are worth in Forked River 08731

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$286K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Forked River 08731.

How it measures up in Forked River 08731

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Forked River 08731.

Estimated value$434,531
CheaperTypical $487,584Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$399
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,089 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 1527 Whitcomb Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForked River 08731Ocean County
Estimated valuepricier than$434,53132% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39981% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,089 ft²17% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac43% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than197240% of homes34% of homes

About 1527 Whitcomb Rd

How much is 1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ is $434,531 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $400,783 to $468,279. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ last sell?

1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ last sold on Aug 25, 2004 for $258,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ?

1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,089 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ built?

1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ?

1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ is assigned to Forked River Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Lacey Township Middle School (middle), rated C+; Lacey Township High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Lacey Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ compare to other homes in Forked River 08731?

Among the 9,396 homes in Forked River 08731, it is worth more than 32% of them ($434,531 against a typical $487,584), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($399 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,089 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1972 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Ocean County, it is worth more than 31% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1527 Whitcomb Rd, Forked River, NJ was $5,640. The county assessed it at $206,200.

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