688 Fort Plains Road, Howell, NJ 07731 (MLS# 22626340)

688 Fort Plains Road, Howell, NJ 07731

$749,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 4 Baths: 2.1 Square Footage: 2,630 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 91,476 Status: Active
Current Price: $749,000 List Date: 8/23/2026 Last Modified: 11/02/2026

Overview

Description

Space, privacy, and 2.1 acres of opportunity in Howell! Set back from the road, this lovingly maintained 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers approximately 2,630 square feet of living space, room to spread out, and a setting that is increasingly hard to find. Inside, the updated kitchen and bathrooms bring thoughtful improvements to a home with generous living areas suited for everyday living, entertaining, and gathering with family and friends. A full walkout basement provides additional space for recreation, hobbies, storage, or a future vision of your own.

Supplements: Outside, enjoy the possibilities that come with 2.1 acres, whether you're looking for room to garden, entertain, enjoy the outdoors, or simply appreciate the added space and privacy. A two-car garage and additional parking offer everyday convenience. Additional highlights include owned solar with no monthly solar lease payment and well-maintained …

Listing Details MLS# 22626340

Contract Info

List Price/SqFt
284.79
Property Sub-Type
Single Family Residence
Sub-Type
Detached

Location

House Number
688
Street Name
Fort Plains
Street Suffix
Road
County
Monmouth
Municipality
Howell (HOW)
Postal City
Howell
State
NJ
Zip Code
07731
Area/Section
Fort Plains
Complex/Subdivision
None
Elementary School
Land O Pines
Middle School
Howell North
High School
Freehold Twp
Directions
Route 9 to West Farms to Fort Plains Road

General Property Info

Full Baths
2
Half Baths
Yes
Total Baths
2.1
Fireplace
Yes
# Fireplaces
2
Apx SqFt
2630
# Levels
2
Apx Year Built
1994
Garage
Yes
# Car Garage
2
Acreage
2.1
HOA
No
Pool
No
Waterfront
No
Waterview
No

Tax and Legal

Asmnt – Total
737700
Taxes
10206
Tax Year
2025

More Information

Property Features

Ownership Type: Fee Simple Style: Colonial Interior: Attic – Pull Down Stairs; Laundry Tub; Sliding Doors Foyer: Closet(s); Floor – Ceramic Living Room: Bay/Bow Window; Floor – Wood Dining Room: Floor – Wood Kitchen: Ceramic Tile; Eat-In; Granite/Stone Counter; Newer; Sliding Door Primary Bedroom: Floor – W/W Carpet; Walk-in Closet Primary Bath: Floor – Ceramic; Tub Basement: Fireplace – Woodburning; Full; Partially Finished; Walk-Out Access Floors: Carpet; Ceramic Tile; Wood Cooling: Central Air Heating: Forced Air; Oil Above Ground Water Heater: Electric Exterior: Deck; Solar Panels Garage: Attached; Direct Access Siding: Brick; Vinyl Roof: Timberline Parking: Driveway; Oversized Included: Blinds/Shades; Ceiling Fan(s); Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Refrigerator; Stove; Washer; Water Softener Zoning: Agricultural; Residential; Single Family Lot Description: Back to Woods; Oversized; Stream; Other Assessment Status: Assessed Showing: Showing Time Energy Features: Solar Panels Owned

Room Information

Room Name Length Level Width Remarks Dimensions
Foyer 14.20 First 7.00 Entry 14.2 x 7.0
Living Room 23.10 First 12.50 23.1 x 12.5
Kitchen 17.11 First 11.20 17.11 x 11.2
Dining Room 11.90 First 11.70 11.9 x 11.7
Great Room 28.80 First 12.11 With Fireplace 28.8 x 12.11
Bathroom 7.10 First 3.20 Half Bath 7.1 x 3.2
Laundry 14.60 First 7.40 Laundry/Mud Room 14.6 x 7.4
Basement 24.90 Basement 21.10 First section – Walk Out Basement 24.9 x 21.1
Basement 35.80 Basement 27.30 Second Section 35.8 x 27.3
Garage 23.50 20.40 23.5 x 20.4
Primary Bedroom 21.50 Second 12.80 21.5 x 12.8
Other 13.40 Second 10.20 Primary Walk In Closet 13.4 x 10.2
Primary Bathroom 9.10 Second 6.11 Full Bathroom 9.1 x 6.11
Bedroom 11.80 Second 9.00 11.8 x 9.0
Bedroom 12.60 Second 12.10 12.6 x 12.1
Bedroom 11.50 Second 15.70 With Walk In Closet 11.5 x 15.7
Bathroom 9.10 Second 6.11 Full Bath 9.1 x 6.11
IDX
Listing Office: RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay
Listing Agent: Dorlisa Merkovsky
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Last Updated: November – 02 – 2026
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