973 Stafford Drive, Toms River, NJ 08753 - Photo 1

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$515,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,640 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Active and FULLY available. 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.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 973 Stafford Dr

General

Sold For: $515,000
Taxes: $7,390 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: BrightMLSTriStates
MLS ID: NJOC2040826
Added to Site: 106 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.: $317.07
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
Sold by Non Subscribing Office, NON MEMBER

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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

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 973 Stafford Dr

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

5/27/2026

Sold

$515,000

-0.96%

MLS

4/28/2026

Price Reduced

$519,999

-0.95%

MLS

3/29/2026

Listed

$525,000

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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.

973 Stafford Dr, Toms River Township, NJ 08753 - Photo 1

Sold

$515,000

973 Stafford Dr Toms River Township, NJ 08753

Single Family
Closed

3
Beds
2
Total Baths
1,640
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Keller Williams Realty Sewell, Jacqueline Revoir
Sold by Coldwell Banker Riviera Realty, Karen Olsen

925 Stafford Dr, Toms River Township, NJ 08753 - Photo 1

Sold

$550,000

925 Stafford Dr Toms River Township, NJ 08753

Single Family
Closed

4
Beds
2
Total Baths
2,080
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Imperial Real Estate Agency, Yehuda Spira
Sold by RE/MAX Revolution, Douglas Wade

693 Vaughn Ave, Toms River Township, NJ 08753 - Photo 1

Sold

$467,500

693 Vaughn Ave Toms River Township, NJ 08753

Single Family
Closed

3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2,204
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Weichert Realtors-Ship Bottom, Smaragda Ng
Sold by Imperial Real Estate Agency, Moshe Rumpler

918 Raleigh Dr, Toms River Township, NJ 08753 - Photo 1

Sold

$549,000

918 Raleigh Dr Toms River Township, NJ 08753

Single Family
Closed

3
Beds
2
Total Baths
1,422
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Del Virginia Realtors, Paul F Caltagirone
Sold by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach - Red Bank, Mildred DeLucia

973 Stafford Drive, Toms River, NJ 08753 (MLS# NJOC2040826) is a Single Family property that was sold at $515,000 on May 27, 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.

973 Stafford Dr Toms River, NJ 08753