Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/07/2026
Listed
$175,000
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Property Description
Welcome to Fortescue, the Weakfish capital of the world. This charming bungalow offers a cozy getaway with plenty of character and potential. The home features 1 bedroom and 1.5 bathrooms, with a comfortable living room highlighted by a propane gas-log fireplace and plenty of space. The spacious eat-in kitchen features hickory cabinetry and self-closing drawers, while the adjoining laundry/mud room provides additional storage and functionality. Upstairs, you'll find a private primary bedroom with a loft-style layout and access toward the backyard. Windows bring in natural light. Outside, The property sits on approximately 0.07 acres and offers the peaceful small-town atmosphere Fortescue is known for. Enjoy a delicious meal at the nearby Charlesworth Restaurant while taking in Fortescue's world-famous sunsets over the Delaware Bay a little bit of paradise. Whether you're looking for a weekend retreat, fishing getaway, starter home, or an opportunity to add your own personal touches, this property offers plenty of possibilities. The property is being sold AS-IS.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 253 New Jersey Ave
General
- Price: $175,000
- Taxes: $3,462 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: NJCB2032164
- Updated: 8/12/2026
- Added to Site: 20 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Interior Features: Other
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Water Heater
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - 1/2 Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
- Bedrooms Upper: 1
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s)
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- Area: Downe Twp (20604)
- Municipality: DOWNE TWP
- County: CUMBERLAND
- Subdivision: DOWNE TWP
- Driving Directions: Use GPS
School Information
- School District: Downe Township Public Schools
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Other
- Heating Fuel: Propane - Leased
- Water Heater: 60+ Gallon Tank, Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer, On Site Septic
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Natural Gas Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Other
- Roof: Shingle
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 792
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 792 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 792 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
- Year Built Source: Estimated
Lot Features
- Property View: Bay, Water
- Lot Size Source: Estimated
- Zoning: R
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $220.96
- Assessment Year: 2025
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $108,900
- Tax Amount: $3,462
- Tax Year: 2025
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 792
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: washer/dryer, refrigerator, fireplace
- Lot Number: 11
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Schools
Schools serving 253 New Jersey Ave
School District:Downe Township School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Downe Twp Elementary School 220 Main St, Jersey City, NJ 08345 | PK-8 | 4.3 mi |
Bridgeton High School 111 West Avenue North, Bridgeton, NJ 08302 | 9-12 | 14.6 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 253 New Jersey Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 253 New Jersey Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,463
10%
$108,900
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2024
$3,141
12%
$108,900
—
2022
$2,792
5%
$108,900
—
2021
$2,658
2%
$108,900
—
2018
$2,609
1%
$108,900
—
2019
$2,575
3%
$108,900
—
2017
$2,506
—
$108,900
—
2016
$2,504
14%
$108,900
—
2015
$2,187
11%
$108,900
—
2013
$1,963
—
$108,900
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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253 New Jersey Avenue, Fortescue, NJ 08321 (MLS# NJCB2032164) is a Single Family property with 1 bedroom, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 253 New Jersey Avenue is currently listed for $175,000 and was received on August 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 253 New Jersey Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Fortescue? You can browse all Fortescue real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.