209 Gilford Avenue, Island Heights, NJ 08732

$699,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2.1 Square Footage: 2,258 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,405 Status: Active
Current Price: $699,000 List Date: 10/09/2025 Last Modified: 11/06/2025

Description

Nestled in the heart of one of Ocean County's most charming waterfront communities, this beautifully updated Colonial offers the perfect blend of classic character, comfort, and modern upgrades. Featuring 5 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this spacious home is thoughtfully designed for today's lifestyle — whether you're gathering with loved ones, working from home, or hosting weekend guests. Step inside and be greeted by gleaming hardwood floors that flow throughout the home. The modern kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet space, and room for casual dining. The inviting family room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace, creating the perfect spot to relax on cool evenings. The formal dining room, currently used as a fifth bedroom, offers versatility to

Supplements: fit your needs  whether as a guest room, home office, or playroom. Enjoy peace of mind knowing major systems have already been updated, including two-zoned central air conditioning (2019 & 2023) and a new furnace installed in 2023. Every detail has been cared for to ensure a move-in-ready experience. Outside, your private backyard oasis awaits! The fenced yard, in-ground pool, and spacious deck create the ultimate setting for entertaining, summer barbecues, or simply unwinding in your own retreat. Located just blocks from the Toms River waterfront, Island Heights is known for its tree-lined streets, small-town charm, and vibrant sense of community. Enjoy local favorites like the Island Heights Boardwalk, yacht club, and nearby beaches  all while being just minutes from major highways, shopping, and dining. This home truly has it all: space, updates, and the perfect coastal lifestyle. Just unpack and move right in! Island Heights, NJ is a charming and historic waterfront community nestled along the Toms River in Ocean County. Known for its small-town character, this picturesque borough offers peaceful, tree-lined streets and scenic river views. With just under 1,700 residents, Island Heights provides an intimate, close-knit atmosphere while still being conveniently located near the Jersey Shore, major highways, and shopping. The town is celebrated for its walkable downtown, friendly marina...Whether you're drawn to the historic charm, waterfront access, or quiet lifestyle, Island Heights is one of New Jersey's hidden coastal gems. Just moments away from the Jersery Shores best beaches!

More Information MLS# 22529958

Contract Info

Start Showing Date: 2025-10-09 List Price/SqFt: 309.57 Sub-Type: Detached Status: Active List Date: 2025-10-02 List Price: $699,000 Current Price: $699,000 Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence

Location

Area/Section: Island Hgts Elementary School: Island Heights Other Elementary: Island Heights Middle School: Central Reg Middle High School: Central Regional House Number: 209 Street Name: Gilford Street Suffix: Avenue County: Ocean Municipality: Island Heights (ISL) Postal City: Island Heights State: NJ Zip Code: 08732 Complex/Subdivision: None Directions: Per GPS

General Property Info

Waterfront: No # Levels: 2 Waterview: No Acreage: 0.17 Fireplace: Yes Lot Dimensions: 75 x 100 Rooms: 8 # Fireplaces: 1 Basement: No Garage: Yes # Car Garage: 1 HOA: No Pool: Yes Bedrooms: 4 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1 Total Baths: 2.1 Apx SqFt: 2258 Apx Year Built: 2000

Tax and Legal

Asmnt - Total: 238100 Taxes: 7518 Tax Year: 2024

Ownership Type

Fee Simple: 1

Style

Colonial: 1

Interior

Attic - Pull Down Stairs: 1 Ceilings - 9Ft+ 1st Flr: 1 Center Hall: 1

Showing

Showing Time: 1

Foyer

Floor - Wood: 1

Lot Description

Corner Lot: 1

Included

Blinds/Shades: 1 Dishwasher: 1 Dryer: 1 Stove: 1 Washer: 1 Window Treatments: 1

Living Room

Floor - Wood: 1 Two Story: 1

Dining Room

Floor - Wood: 1

Water/Sewer

Public Sewer: 1 Public Water: 1

Kitchen

Center Island: 1 Granite/Stone Counter: 1 Newer: 1

Basement

Crawl Space: 1

Great/Family Room

Fireplace - Woodburning: 1 Floor - Wood: 1

Primary Bedroom

Floor - W/W Carpet: 1 Full Bath: 1 Walk-in Closet: 1

Cooling

2 Zoned AC: 1 Central Air: 1

Water Heater

Natural Gas: 1

Primary Bath

Double Sinks: 1 Shower Stall: 1 Tub: 1

Heating

Forced Air: 1 Natural Gas: 1

Exterior

Deck: 1

Parking

Driveway: 1

Garage

Attached: 1

Assessment Status

Assessed: 1

Siding

Vinyl: 1

Roof

Shingle: 1

Pool

Above Ground: 1

Property Features

Ownership Type: Fee Simple Style: Colonial Interior: Attic - Pull Down Stairs; Ceilings - 9Ft+ 1st Flr; Center Hall Foyer: Floor - Wood Living Room: Floor - Wood; Two Story Dining Room: Floor - Wood Kitchen: Center Island; Granite/Stone Counter; Newer Primary Bedroom: Floor - W/W Carpet; Full Bath; Walk-in Closet Primary Bath: Double Sinks; Shower Stall; Tub Basement: Crawl Space Cooling: 2 Zoned AC; Central Air Heating: Forced Air; Natural Gas Water Heater: Natural Gas Exterior: Deck Garage: Attached Siding: Vinyl Roof: Shingle Parking: Driveway Pool: Above Ground Included: Blinds/Shades; Dishwasher; Dryer; Stove; Washer; Window Treatments Lot Description: Corner Lot Assessment Status: Assessed Showing: Showing Time
Listing Office: RE/MAX Revolution
Listing Agent: Gina Scodella
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Last Updated: November - 06 - 2025
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