Commuter Friendly & Move-In Ready 3-Bedroom Home with Big Ticket Updates. Welcome to this beautifully maintained must see worry free 3-bd, 2-bath property offering comfort, convenience, with many important updates, new roof, new windows, new gutters, new fencing, new bath, Bonus-new solar (owned not leased)enjoy the savings, storm doors, lighting, and updated A/C split systems, make this home an excellent choice for buyers looking for modern essentials without the worry of major immediate expenses. The home offers a comfortable layout with an abundance of closet space and storage. Large kitchen with LG appliances for entertaining and formal dining room with beautiful hardwood floors. Finished basement offers a side door, flex space, den, craft room, laundry and bath. Outside, enjoy the benefit of a new fully fence and well-maintained exterior with an above ground pool, deck, garage, and yard, creating a welcoming space for relaxing or entertaining. Located in a commuter-friendly area with convenient access to major roadways, public transportation, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this home combines suburban comfort with an easy commute. Close proximity to ALL major Highways, Rt 1&9, 287, Turnpike, Parkway, Public transportation, Shopping, Dining, Schools, and more. This one a must-see! Showings begin 9/19
For sale
$565,000
173 Liberty St, Fords, NJ 08863
3beds
1,540sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1946
5,000 Square Feet Lot
$568,300 Zestimate®
$367/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
New fencingAbove ground poolNew guttersNew bathNew windowsNew roofStorm doors
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Listed by:
GABRIELLE SMITH 908-380-9291,
J.J. ELEK REALTY CO.
Source: All Jersey MLS,MLS#: 2704535R
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: 1st Floor
- Level: First
Dining room
- Features: Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Features: Granite/Corian Countertops, Breakfast Bar, Eat-in Kitchen
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Baseboard Hotwater
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range/Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Security System, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, Bath Half, Living Room, Dining Room, 2 Bedrooms, Other Room(s), Storage, None
- Flooring: Wood, Laminate
- Basement: Finished, Bath Half, Other Room(s), Recreation Room, Storage Space, Utility Room, Laundry Facilities
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,540
- Total interior livable area: 1,540 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: 3 Cars Deep, Garage, Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fencing/Wall, Yard
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Fencing: Fencing/Wall
Lot
- Size: 5,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 100.00 x 50.00
- Features: Near Shopping, Near Train, See Remarks, Near Public Transit
Details
- Parcel number: 25000150100016
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod, Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Year built: 1946
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, See Remarks, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
Location
- Region: Fords
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $367/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $90,900
- Annual tax amount: $11,881
- Date on market: 9/19/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$568,300
$540,000 - $597,000
$2,809/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $565,000+18.9%$367/sqft |
Source:  All Jersey MLS #2704535R Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2023 | Sold | $475,000+8%$308/sqft |
Source:  GSMLS #3853769 Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2023 | Pending sale | $439,900$286/sqft |
Source:  NJMLS #23021408 Report a problem | ||
| 7/11/2023 | Listed for sale | $439,900+60.5%$286/sqft |
Source: NJMLS #23021408 Report a problem | ||
| 7/21/2016 | Sold | $274,000-1.7%$178/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2016 | Listed for sale | $278,800+88.4%$181/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX DIAMOND REALTORS #1621376 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/1993 | Sold | $148,000$96/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,575 | $90,900 |
| 2024 | $10,575 +11.8% | $90,900 +9.4% |
| 2023 | $9,458 +2.6% | $83,100 |
| 2022 | $9,221 +0.8% | $83,100 |
| 2021 | $9,145 -3.7% | $83,100 |
| 2020 | $9,492 +4.7% | $83,100 |
| 2019 | $9,065 | $83,100 |
| 2018 | $9,065 +2.6% | $83,100 |
| 2017 | $8,832 +2% | $83,100 |
| 2016 | $8,660 +2.2% | $83,100 |
| 2015 | $8,471 +1.5% | $83,100 |
| 2014 | $8,346 +3.1% | $83,100 |
| 2013 | $8,095 +4.4% | $83,100 +0.7% |
| 2012 | $7,750 +5% | $82,500 |
| 2011 | $7,378 +5.4% | $82,500 |
| 2010 | $7,002 +8.1% | $82,500 |
| 2009 | $6,475 | $82,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $82,500 |
| 2007 | $22,567 +7.1% | $82,500 |
| 2006 | $21,068 +1.9% | $82,500 |
| 2005 | $20,678 | $82,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $82,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $82,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $82,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $82,500 |
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