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3 Beds
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1,640 Sq. Ft.
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Welcome home to 973 Stafford Drive, a charming bi-level home located in the desirable East Dover section of Toms River. Built in 1964, this well-maintained single-family residence offers approximately 1,640 square feet of living space, featuring 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The home is designed for both comfort and entertaining. The upper level showcases a bright living room, dining area with access to an elevated deck, and hardwood flooring throughout much of the space. The 3 bedrooms of the home and a full bathroom can also be found on this level. The lower level features a spacious family room with a cozy wood-burning stove, a full bathroom, and a versatile bonus room ideal for a home office, den, or guest space. Step outside to a fully fenced backyard built for enjoyment, complete with an in-ground pool, patio area, and storage shed-perfect for summer gatherings. Additional highlights include a one-car attached garage, solar panel system for energy efficiency, central air conditioning and natural gas heating. BRAND NEW ROOF. Other updates throughout include fresh paint, new refrigerator, new carpet in the back bedroom and shiplap on the lower level. Situated on an approximately 80x120 lot, this property offers a blend of indoor comfort and outdoor lifestyle with no HOA restrictions. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and the Jersey Shore, this home is ideal for year-round living or a seasonal retreat.

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General

Price: $525,000
Taxes: $7,390 (2025)
Status: Active
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSTriStates
MLS ID: NJOC2040826
Updated: 3/29/2026
Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 9
Interior Features: Attic, Window Treatments, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Stove - Wood
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Wood, Wood
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range - Gas, Washer
Flooring: Laminated, Tile/Brick, Fully Carpeted, Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Main Floor Baths: 2
Main - Full Baths: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Main & Up: 3

Additional Information

Pool: Yes
Private Pool: Yes
Pool Description: In Ground, Vinyl

Exterior

Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck(s), Patio(s)

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Attached Garage, Driveway
Garage Description: Garage - Front Entry, Inside Access

Location

Area: Toms River Twp (21508)
Municipality: TOMS RIVER TWP
County: OCEAN
Development Name: East Dover
Subdivision: East Dover
Driving Directions: Per GPS.
Location Details: Suburban

School Information

School District: Toms River Regional

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Cooling Type: Central A/C
Cooling Fuel: Electric
Heating Type: Forced Air
Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas

Utilities

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Bi-level
Structure Type: Detached
Construction: Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Slab
Roof: Shingle
Doors: Sliding Glass, Storm
Stories Description: Main
Square Feet: 1,640
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Living Area: 1,640 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 1,640 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1964
Year Built Source: Assessor

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Storage Barn/Shed

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,601
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Lot Dimensions: 80.00 x 120.00
Zoning: RES
Fencing (Description): Fully

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $320.12
Assessment Year: 2025
City/TownTax Freq: Annually
County Tax Freq: Annually
Tax w/Assessment: $378,200
Tax Amount: $7,390
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 1640

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Exclusions: Fridge and chest freezer in garage. Bar, washer and dryer are negotiable.

Listed by Keller Williams - Main Street, Jacqueline Revoir

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Schools

Schools serving 973 Stafford Dr

School District:Toms River Regional School District

Name	Grades	Distance
East Dover Elementary School, Toms River, NJ 725 Vaughn Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753	PK-5	0.3 mi
Toms River Intermediate E 1519 Hooper Avenue, Toms River, NJ 08753	6-8	2.1 mi
Toms River High - East High School 1225 Raider Way, Toms River, NJ 08753	9-12	0.6 mi

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Price & Sales History for 973 Stafford Dr Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

3/29/2026

Listed

$525,000

101.92%

MLS

6/15/2018

Sold

$260,000

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Tax History

Tax History for 973 Stafford Dr

Year

Property Taxes

Change

Tax Assessment

Change

2024

$6,887

9%

$378,200

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2022

$6,312

10%

$378,200

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2021

$5,736

—

$378,200

65%

2021

$5,736

—

$229,000

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2020

$5,711

5%

$229,000

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2019

$5,464

1%

$229,000

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2018

$5,391

1%

$229,000

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2017

$5,345

3%

$229,000

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2016

$5,205

4%

$229,000

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2015

$5,008

11%

$229,000

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2013

$4,504

—

$229,000

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973 Stafford Drive, Toms River, NJ 08753 (MLS# NJOC2040826) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 973 Stafford Drive is currently listed for $525,000 and was received on March 29, 2026. Want to learn more about 973 Stafford Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Toms River? You can browse all Toms River real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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