Ocean County and Lacey Township property record for 923 Newark Ave, Forked River, NJ 08731
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,375 sqft · built 1998 |
| Lot Size | 0.177 acres (7,703 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $226,500 (Sep 2017) |
| Tax Bill | $5,506 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Dec 2021 Mortgage Sep 2017 Sale & Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 13-01566-0000-00021-01 |
| Primary APN | 13-01566-0000-00021-01 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,375 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,375 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1998 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1998 |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Asbestos |
| Lot Area | 7,703 sqft (0.177 acres) |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Parking Spaces | 1 Parking Space |
| Porch | Open Porch |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Account Number | 10001180 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 923 NEWARK AVE |
| City | FORKED RIVER |
| State | NJ |
| Zip | 08731-1007 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R75 |
| Legal Description | IRR |
| Legal Subdivision | CONSOLIDATION & MINOR SUB |
| Legal Block | 1566 |
| Legal Lot Number | 21.1 |
| Jurisdiction | OCEAN NJ |
| Township / Civil Division | LACEY |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3048 |
| Census Tract | 732003 |
923 Newark Ave is owned and occupied by two individuals who bought it in September 2017.
Source: Ocean County and Lacey Township records, as of July 7, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 923 NEWARK AVE, FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731-1007 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Dec 22, 2021 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · VA Mortgage NEW DAY FINANCIAL LLC |
| Sep 15, 2017 | Deed, Transfer · VA Mortgage EVESHAM MORTGAGE INC |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Sep 15, 2017 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Sep 15, 2017 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Sep 11, 1998 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 201796728 |
| Deed Book / Page | 16871 / 1261 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | OCEAN NJ |
| Property Address | 923 NEWARK AVE, FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731-1007 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Jan 7, 2022 |
| Title Company | COMMONWEALTH USA SETTLEMENTS L, COMMONWEALTH USA STLMTS LLC |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 0188350140 |
|---|---|
| Date | Dec 22, 2021 |
| Book Page | 18835/140 |
| Instrument | 2021180876 |
| Name | NEW DAY FINANCIAL LLC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | FULTON, MD 20759 |
| Type | VA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Jan 1, 2052 |
| Document Type | Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | OCEAN NJ |
| Recording Date | Sep 15, 2017 |
| Property Address | 923 NEWARK AVE, FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731-1007 |
| Document Number | 0168711261 |
| Book / Page | 16871 / 1261 |
| Map Reference | MAP NO G-2773 |
| Instrument Date | Jul 25, 2017 |
| Instrument | 2017096728 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 3, 2021 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $341.25 |
| Amount Accuracy | Calculated from Transfer Tax |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 923 NEWARK AVE, FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731-1007 |
| Document Number | 0168711267 |
|---|---|
| Date | Sep 15, 2017 |
| Book Page | 16871/1267 |
| Instrument | 2017096729 |
| Name | EVESHAM MORTGAGE INC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Type | VA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Aug 1, 2047 |
| Rate Type | Fixed Rate |
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The 2025 property tax bill for 923 Newark Ave was $5,506 with a veteran's exemption, up 13.5% from the year before.
Source: Ocean County and Lacey Township assessment roll, as of July 7, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New Jersey |
| County | Ocean County |
| County Subdivision | Lacey Township |
| Unified School District | Lacey Township School District (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $201,300 (-) Land $74,000 Building $127,300 | $201,300 (-) Land $74,000 Building $127,300 | |
| 2025 | $5,506.00 (+13.53%) Veteran's exemption | $201,300 Land $74,000 Building $127,300 | $201,300 Land $74,000 Building $127,300 |
| 2024 | $4,850.00 | ||
| 2023 | $201,300 Land $74,000 Building $127,300 | $201,300 Land $74,000 Building $127,300 | |
| 2022 | $4,305.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 923 Newark Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 1 flood claim nearby since 2006.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective March 16, 2022 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Community Rating System | Class 10 (0% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 1 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (2006) |
| Most Recent Claim | Sep 2006 · tidal / storm surge |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 923 Newark Ave is moderate, ranking above 40% of the US, with a 0.04% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Moderate above 40% of the US · above 60% of New Jersey |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.04% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | LACEY TWP MUA serves 29,000 people · EPA ID NJ1512001 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Groundwater |
| Last State Inspection | Apr 2024 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | Corrosion control Jul 2023 |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 3 last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 584 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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