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$542,223$381 / 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 95How 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 $399,900 on Nov 30, 2021

242 BIRCH LN

FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,425 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$542K
$516K low$568K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$399,900 · Nov 30, 2021
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.$222,303
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$177,842
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.63%
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.$319,920
MORTGAGE ACCESS CORP · recorded Nov 30, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,145 (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.$297,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$102,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$297,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$297,800

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
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.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asbestos
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.No

Transaction History(5)

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

Foreclosure Filings(6)

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

H
Lacey Township High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Lacey Township Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi
E
Lanoka Harbor Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.6 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

242 Birch Ln 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Forked River 08731
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Ocean County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Forked River 08731

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
$273K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 61% 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$542,223
CheaperTypical $486,060Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$381
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,425 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,544 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 242 Birch Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForked River 08731Ocean County
Estimated valuepricier than$542,22361% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38176% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than1,425 ft²42% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac64% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than19589% of homes15% of homes

About 242 Birch Ln

How much is 242 Birch Ln, Forked River, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Birch Ln, Forked River, NJ is $542,223 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $516,254 to $568,192. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Birch Ln, Forked River, NJ last sell?

242 Birch Ln, Forked River, NJ last sold on Nov 30, 2021 for $399,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Birch Ln, Forked River, NJ?

242 Birch Ln, Forked River, NJ has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,425 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 242 Birch Ln, Forked River, NJ built?

242 Birch Ln, Forked River, NJ was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Birch Ln, Forked River, NJ?

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

How does 242 Birch Ln, 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 61% of them ($542,223 against a typical $486,060), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($381 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,425 ft² against a typical 1,544 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1958 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Ocean County, it is worth more than 48% 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 242 Birch Ln, Forked River, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Birch Ln, Forked River, NJ was $8,145. The county assessed it at $297,800.

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