688 Fort Plains Road, Howell, NJ 07731

• 4 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,630 sqft

Property Description

Pride of ownership is unmistakable throughout this lovingly maintained 4-bedroom home, a property that feels special the moment you arrive. Set peacefully back from the road on 2.1 acres, this sprawling 2,630 sq ft residence offers the space, privacy, and flexibility to truly settle in and make it your own for years to come. With a spacious parcel offering a unique setting and plenty of possibilities for how you choose to enjoy the property, there is room here to put down roots and create the lifestyle you've been dreaming of. The updated kitchen and bathrooms blend comfort with thoughtful improvements, while the spacious living areas provide plenty of room for everyday life, family gatherings, holidays, and entertaining. A full walkout basement offers even more room for hobbies, recreation, storage, or future possibilities. Well-kept big-ticket items add valuable peace of mind. For those considering future improvements to the home's heating, natural gas service is available in the surrounding areas, offering potential to explore bringing gas service to the property. Step outside and imagine summer BBQs, quiet mornings, evenings spent relaxing, gardening, playing, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. With a 2-car garage and additional parking, there is room for family, friends, and all the things that come with life on a property like this. This is more than a house--it's a place to put down roots, create traditions, grow into the space, and make memories for years to come. With endless possibilities at this unique location, while being conveniently close to I-95 and the Jersey Shore, this is the kind of home you'll be proud to make your own.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

August 23, 2026

Data Last Updated:

September 23, 2026 at 7:36AM

Listing Office:

RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay : 732-473-1700

Listing Agent:

Dorlisa Merkovsky : 732-473-1700

MLS ID:

22626340

Interior

• General: Attic - Pull Down Stairs
• Laundry: Laundry Tub
• Basement: Fireplace - Woodburning
• Flooring: Ceramic TileWoodCarpet
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Forced AirOil Above Ground
• Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 2

Exterior

• General: Deck
• Parking: Direct Access

Construction

• General: 2

Location

• Originating MLS: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
• County: Monmouth

Lot

• Zoning: 21-00109-0000-00028-08

Utilities

• Sewer: Septic Tank

Financial

• Source: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
• Exclusions: Personal items - Most items in basement and garage.