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Forked River, NJ 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Forked River
Forked River, located in Ocean County, is a popular New Jersey retirement location. The community’s small population and local boutiques provide residents with a charming…
Forked River, located in Ocean County, is a popular New Jersey retirement location. The community’s small population and local boutiques provide residents with a charming small-town feel. With scenic water views, athletic recreation, and close proximity to big cities, retirees will enjoy all Forked River has to offer.
Climate & Geography
Located in Southern New Jersey, more than half of Forked River is water. The Forked River is divided into three branches that flow into the Barnegat Bay: the North Branch, the Middle Branch, and the South Branch. The land around the branches produces varied geography, including Atlantic White Cedar, freshwater bogs, maple gum swamps, tidal saltmarsh, maritime forests, and upland forests.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Retirees can enjoy the summer at Cedar Creek Beach, Bamber Lake Beach, or Lake Barnegat Beach. Active adults can participate in water sports like canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding, and rowing at these beaches through various access points. Another popular outdoor destination is Popcorn Park Refuge, which houses rescued animals like tigers, monkeys, reptiles, and more.
Active adults interested in sports can join one of the many clubs organized by Lacey Township, including men’s over 45 basketball, co-ed softball, and men’s softball.
For shopping and entertainment, residents head to Lacey Mall and the Cedar Shopping Center. Retirees looking to travel can head to Atlantic City, less than an hour away. In addition, New York City and Philadelphia are both an hour and a half from Forked River.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Forked River is higher than the national average but lower than the state average.
In New Jersey, Social Security benefits and military pensions are not taxed. All other forms of retirement income are taxed, but they are eligible for large deductions. Property taxes in New Jersey are among the highest in the country, and the sales tax in Forked River is 6.63 percent.
Health Care
On Gallup's Well-Being Index, New Jersey scores best in the social factor.
There are two hospitals located within 10 miles of Forked River: Community Medical Center-Toms River and Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center, both of which are rated high performing by U.S. News in their treatment of heart failure. Community Medical Center-Toms River is also rated high performing in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Frequently Asked Questions
In Forked River, there are no large communities, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Forked River has 434 homes, the largest has 568 homes, and the average communities consists of 501 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Forked River. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Sea Breeze at Lacey is a gated communities with 568 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Forked River stay on the market for around 392 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $522,777, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Sea Breeze at Lacey average around $684,290, while homes in Pheasant Run at Forked River average around $361,265.
10 communities near Forked River
76 homes near Forked River
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,615 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,404 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,127 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,545 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,752 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,241 sq ft
|Ranch
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,081 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,360 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,545 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,805 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,364 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,055 sq ft
|Ranch
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,345 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,161 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,046 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,224 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,502 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,420 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,729 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,118 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,675 sq ft
|Ranch
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,081 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,689 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,915 sq ft
|Ranch
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,150 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,081 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,428 sq ft
|Ranch
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,188 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,790 sq ft
|Adult Community
Frequently Asked Questions
In Forked River, there are no large communities, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Forked River has 434 homes, the largest has 568 homes, and the average communities consists of 501 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Forked River. Approximately 50.0% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Sea Breeze at Lacey is a gated communities with 568 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Forked River stay on the market for around 392 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $522,777, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Sea Breeze at Lacey average around $684,290, while homes in Pheasant Run at Forked River average around $361,265.
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