For sale

Price cut: $20K (3/31)

$409,000

9 Fountain Avenue, Matawan, NJ 07747

3beds

1,362sqft

Est.:

Single Family Residence, Duplex

Built in 1908

-- sqft lot

$419,800 Zestimate^®

$300/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Full of original details

BACK ON THE MARKET: Go back in time with this charming 1908 home that blends character with modern convenience. Move-in-ready and full of original details. Close to town, you can enjoy easy access to shops, restaurants, and local amenities. Also, close to the home is Lake Lefferts where you can fish, kayak, canoe, or watch fireworks during the summer. Ideal for commuters since the train is 5 minutes from the home and the bus is just 2 blocks away. This home is a must see for first-time homebuyers, commuters, or those looking to downsize.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Bedroom

Area: 156
Dimensions: 13 x 12

Bedroom

Area: 120
Dimensions: 10 x 12

Bedroom

Area: 64
Dimensions: 8 x 8

Bathroom

Area: 14
Dimensions: 7 x 2

Bathroom

Area: 39
Dimensions: 6.5 x 6

Den

Area: 166.05
Dimensions: 12.3 x 13.5

Kitchen

Area: 220
Dimensions: 20 x 11

Living room

Area: 202.5
Dimensions: 15 x 13.5

Heating

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling

Multi Units

Features

Flooring: See Remarks
Doors: Bilco Style Doors
Basement: Unfinished
Attic: Pull Down Stairs

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,362
Total interior livable area: 1,362 sqft

Property

Parking

Parking features: Driveway, None
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Stories: 2
Pool features: Other

Lot

Size: 2,613.6 Square Feet
Dimensions: 25 x 110
Features: See Remarks

Details

Parcel number: 3100028000000013
Zoning description: Residential

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Duplex

Materials

Aluminum Siding

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1908

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: None

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Matawan

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $300/sqft
Tax assessed value: $360,400
Annual tax amount: $7,806
Date on market: 3/9/2026
Inclusions: AC Units, Washer, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Gas Cooking

Estimated market value

$419,800

$399,000 - $441,000

$2,968/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/31/2026	Price change	$409,000-4.7%$300/sqft
Source: MoreMLS #22532851 Report a problem
3/9/2026	Listed for sale	$429,000$315/sqft
Source: MoreMLS #22532851 Report a problem
12/27/2025	Listing removed	$429,000$315/sqft
Source: MoreMLS #22532851 Report a problem
10/30/2025	Listed for sale	$429,000+114.6%$315/sqft
Source: MoreMLS #22532851 Report a problem
3/9/2021	Listing removed	--
Source: Owner Report a problem
2/16/2015	Listing removed	$1,650$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
2/6/2015	Listed for rent	$1,650$1/sqft
Source: Owner Report a problem
9/21/2004	Sold	$199,917+159.6%$147/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/14/1999	Sold	$77,000$57/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$7,868 +0.8%	$360,400 +0.8%
2024	$7,806 +3.5%	$357,600 +3.1%
2023	$7,542 +13.8%	$346,900 +30.6%
2022	$6,629 +7.6%	$265,600 +17.2%
2021	$6,159 +7.1%	$226,700 +5%
2020	$5,749 +1.4%	$216,000 +2.6%
2019	$5,669	$210,600 +3.1%
2018	$5,669 +9.7%	$204,300 +5.7%
2017	$5,168 +10.9%	$193,200 +3%
2016	$4,658 +2.3%	$187,500 +10.1%
2015	$4,553 -11.9%	$170,300 +1.9%
2014	$5,169 +1.1%	$167,100 -19.3%
2013	$5,111 +1.7%	$207,100
2012	$5,026 +1.1%	$207,100
2011	$4,972 +2.7%	$207,100
2010	$4,844 +1.7%	$207,100
2009	$4,765	$207,100
2008	--	$207,100 +156.6%
2007	--	$80,700
2006	--	$80,700
2003	--	$80,700
2002	--	$80,700 +2.5%
2001	--	$78,700