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Property Description
Charming Ocean Acres Ranch - Updated, Spacious, and Move-In Ready! Welcome to this beautifully updated ranch in the desirable Ocean Acres section of Manahawkin, just minutes from Long Beach Island! This bright and airy home features a spacious open floor plan with fresh paint throughout, creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The sunken dining area boasts a cozy wood-burning fireplace-perfect for gatherings. Formerly a garage, the converted space now offers a large third bedroom, a dedicated laundry room, and a convenient storage area. The kitchen is both stylish and functional, offering abundant cabinet space, a center island, and a full appliance package. Enjoy outdoor living in the exceptionally beautiful, fenced-in backyard featuring an inground pool, paver patio, and a sprinkler system to keep everything lush and green. The charming front porch with white vinyl picket fencing adds the perfect finishing touch. Additional highlights include: -Forced hot air gas heat & central air conditioning -Clean, spotless, and move-in ready condition -Great location near LBI, regional shopping, and restaurants This home offers a perfect blend of comfort, charm, and convenience. Don't miss your chance to own this Ocean Acres gem!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 249 Mermaid Dr
General
- Sold For: $458,000
- Taxes: $6,500 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSTriStates
- MLS ID: NJOC2034070
- Added to Site: 278 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Ceiling Fan(s), Sprinkler System, Recessed Lighting, Kitchen - Island, Floor Plan - Open
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Wood, Wood
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Stove, Refrigerator, Microwave
- Flooring: Engineered Wood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Has Laundry
Additional Information
- Pool: Yes
- Private Pool: Yes
- Pool Description: In Ground, In Ground
- Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Extensive Hardscape, Street Lights, Underground Lawn Sprinkler
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio(s), Porch(es)
Parking
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Paved Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- Area: Stafford Twp (21531)
- Municipality: STAFFORD TWP
- County: Ocean
- Development Name: Ocean Acres
- Subdivision: Ocean Acres
- Cross Streets: Neptune
- Driving Directions: Rt 72 to Mermaid Drive, home on the right
- Location Details: Suburban
School Information
- School District: Stafford Township Public Schools
- High School: Southern Regional
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch/Rambler
- Architectural Style: Ranch/Rambler
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Frame
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Shingle
- Windows: Replacement
- Doors: Sliding Glass
- Stories/Levels: 0
- Stories Description: Main
- Square Feet: 1,420
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Living Area: 1,420 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1975
- Year Built Source: Assessor
- Property Condition: Good
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.21
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,999
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Lot Dimensions: 75.00 x 120.00
- Lot Features: Level
- Zoning: R90
- Lot Description: Level
- Fencing (Description): Vinyl, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $316.9
- Assessment Year: 2024
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax Amount: $6,500
- Tax Year: 2024
- Terms: Standard Sale
- Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1420
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Lot Number: 28
Listed by Keller Williams Realty - Atlantic Shore, Jessica K DiFrancia
Sold by BHHS Zack Shore REALTORS, Melissa C. Marra
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Schools
Schools serving 249 Mermaid Dr
School Districts:Stafford Township School District, Southern Regional School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ocean Acres Elementary School 489 Nautilus Drive, Stafford Township, NJ 08050 | 1-2 | 0.5 mi |
Meinders Learning Center 1000 McKinley Avenue, Stafford Township, NJ 08050 | K- | 2.5 mi |
Mckinley Ave Elementary School 1000 McKinley Avenue, Stafford Township, NJ 08050 | 3-4 | 2.5 mi |
Southern Reg Middle School 75 Cedar Bridge Road, Stafford Township, NJ 08050 | 7-8 | 2.7 mi |
Southern Reg High School 90 Cedar Bridge Road, Stafford Township, NJ 08050 | 9-12 | 2.6 mi |
Stafford Intermediate School 1000 McKinley Avenue, Stafford Township, NJ 08050 | 5-6 | 2.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 249 Mermaid Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/27/2025
Sold
$458,000
1.78%
MLS
5/18/2025
Listed
$450,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
249 Mermaid Drive, Manahawkin, NJ 08050 (MLS# NJOC2034070) is a Single Family property that was sold at $458,000 on June 27, 2025. Want to learn more about 249 Mermaid Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Manahawkin? You can browse all Manahawkin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

