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$473,246$299 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $471,000 on Jul 13, 2026

553 VAUGHN AVE

FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,583 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.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$473K
$457K low$490K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$471,000 · Jul 13, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,604 (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.$204,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$78,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$126,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$204,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$204,900

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.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
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.0.23
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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(7)

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(2)

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

M
Lacey Township Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Lacey Township High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Cedar Creek Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.3 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%

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How this home compares

553 Vaughn Ave 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Ocean County
  • Older than 69% 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.

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$272K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 47% 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$473,246
CheaperTypical $483,757Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$299
CheaperTypical $323Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,583 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 553 Vaughn Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForked River 08731Ocean County
Estimated valuepricier than$473,24647% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29938% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than1,583 ft²53% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac65% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than197031% of homes31% of homes

About 553 Vaughn Ave

How much is 553 Vaughn Ave, Forked River, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 553 Vaughn Ave, Forked River, NJ is $473,246 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $456,594 to $489,898. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 553 Vaughn Ave, Forked River, NJ last sell?

553 Vaughn Ave, Forked River, NJ last sold on Jul 13, 2026 for $471,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 553 Vaughn Ave, Forked River, NJ?

553 Vaughn Ave, Forked River, NJ has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,583 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 553 Vaughn Ave, Forked River, NJ built?

553 Vaughn Ave, Forked River, NJ was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 553 Vaughn Ave, Forked River, NJ?

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

How does 553 Vaughn Ave, 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 47% of them ($473,246 against a typical $483,757), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($299 against a typical $323), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,583 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1970 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Ocean County, it is worth more than 37% 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 553 Vaughn Ave, Forked River, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 553 Vaughn Ave, Forked River, NJ was $5,604. The county assessed it at $204,900.

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