5 Illinois Avenue, Jackson, NJ 08527
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SOLD
DEC 4, 2025

$605,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,534 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

5 Illinois Avenue, Jackson, NJ 08527

Est. Refi. Payment $4,068/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 4, 2025 for $510,000 (2% above list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$606K
Since last month
Increased$6K (+1%)
Since last year
Increased$66K (+12.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$91K (+17.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +88% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$601K
August 2026$595K
July 2026$607K
June 2026$616K
May 2026$622K
April 2026$512K
March 2026$514K
February 2026$507K
January 2026$503K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
26 Oregon Avenue, Jackson, NJ
0.20
Single-Family Home
$512,000
03/18/26
3
2
1,008
4 Maryland Drive, Jackson, NJ
0.06
Single-Family Home
$759,500
02/17/26
5
2
1,920
28 Oregon Avenue, Jackson, NJ
0.18
Single-Family Home
$699,000
04/16/26
4
2
1,536
34 Citadel Drive, Jackson, NJ
0.25
Single-Family Home
$422,500
07/06/26
3
1.5
1,148
1 Citadel Court, Jackson, NJ
0.23
Single-Family Home
$565,000
12/05/25
5
1.5
1,718
15 W Virginia Avenue, Jackson, NJ
0.32
Single-Family Home
$620,000
01/30/26
4
1.5
1,508
7 Citadel Court, Jackson, NJ
0.24
Single-Family Home
$645,000
01/29/26
5
2
1,718

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
25 Montana Drive, Jackson, NJ 08527
0.06
$642,500
3
2
1,616
Off Market
4 Maryland Drive, Jackson, NJ 08527
0.06
$759,500
5
2
1,920
Recently Sold
18 Iris Drive, Jackson, NJ 08527
0.11
$609,700
3
1.5
1,726
Off Market
1 Idaho Place, Jackson, NJ 08527
0.12
$718,300
5
2
1,874
Off Market
11 Maryland Drive, Jackson, NJ 08527
0.13
$705,100
4
2
1,428
Off Market
9 New Hampshire Street, Jackson, NJ 08527
0.14
$689,000
4
2
1,468
Off Market
12 New Hampshire Street, Jackson, NJ 08527
0.18
$826,500
4
2
-
Off Market
1740 County Line Rd, Lakewood, NJ 08701
0.18
$460,300
2
1
960
Off Market
28 Oregon Avenue, Jackson, NJ 08527
0.18
$699,000
4
2
1,536
Recently Sold
41 Citadel Drive, Jackson, NJ 08527
0.20
$628,900
4
1.5
1,534
Off Market
1 Shaw Court, Jackson, NJ 08527
0.21
$649,900
4
1.5
1,508
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1960
0.27 acre lot
1,534 sqft
$332/sqft
Garage

About this House

Fixer-Upper with Tons of Potential in Brookwood 1!

Bring your tools, vision, and creativity — this split-level home is ready for a full makeover! With solid bones and a classic layout, it's the kind of property that rewards effort. The exterior needs attention, the interior is due for updates, and the whole space is waiting for someone to give it the TLC it deserves. Whether you're planning a full renovation, a flip, or a personalized dream home project, this is the perfect blank canvas to make it happen. Set in the highly sought-after Brookwood 1 neighborhood, this property offers an unbeatable location on a quiet, tree-lined street surrounded by well-kept homes. It features a wide driveway, attached garage, and a spacious front yard with mature trees providing the perfect backdrop for enhancing curb appeal. The brick and shingle facade has vintage character that can easily be brought back to life with some paint, landscaping, and elbow grease.

Inside, you'll find a flexible layout that lends itself beautifully to a modern redesign. With the right updates, this home could easily become a showpiece in one of Jackson's most desirable communities. Perfect for investors, contractors, or end users looking to add value through renovation this one's a diamond in the rough waiting to shine again.
5 Illinois Avenue, Jackson, NJ 08527 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,534 sqft single-family home built in 1960. It last sold for $510,000 on Dec 4, 2025 (2% above the $499,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $605,900, with a rent estimate of $3,149/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Zalman N Rokowsky, (973) 666-1814
HomeSmart First Advantage
Bought with: Zalman N Rokowsky, (973) 666-1814, HomeSmart First Advantage
Source: MoreMLS, MLS#22533451

Home Details for 5 Illinois Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: None
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1534 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: Split Level

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Garage
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1207305000000008

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $499,000Price Per Sqft: $332/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Nov 09 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: JacksonCommunity: Brookwood

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1534 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 22533451

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 4, 2025
Source: MoreMLS #22533451
Sold
$510,000
Nov 9, 2025
Source: MoreMLS #22533451
Pending
$499,000
Oct 29, 2025
Source: MoreMLS #22532808
Listed For Sale
$499,000
Jul 28, 2025
Source: N/A
Sold
$350,000
Dec 18, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$1,740

Market trends in Jackson

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$619K
$11.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$302
$6MoM
Available listings
358
18MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Jackson

At least 311 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 77 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 69 % Say there's wildlife

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 27 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 26 % Say there are community events

  • 22 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

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  • Rafael Tonete Guedes
    "Calm and safe to live in. It requires having your own car. Spacious houses. The neighbors seem close-knit."
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  • Trulia User
    "Most dog owners in the neighborhood are very responsible for their dogs. There are some that are not paying attention to their dog while they’re walking them and there are one or two who don’t pick up after their dog but all the dogs in the neighborhood are friendly."
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  • Rizzoreynolds
    "Trails across the Street are easy access for a nice walk. The neighborhood is safe and friendly. the road is listed at only 30 Mph. People take walks daily along the scenic road. Close proximately to all essential needs and shopping. friendly community and good Schools. Jackson also offers A lot of extra curricular actives and sports. 12 minutes from six flags and the outlets. You have several parks to choose from. Turks swamp park, which is the closest, is only 5 minutes away. The area is peaceful as wells beautiful , especially in the summer. "
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  • Kim
    "Great neighborhood. Great families . A good sense of community. Peaceful and I love the fact that you can watch nature in your backyard "
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  • Sarah Carney
    "The community is changing. people who have lived here for years are having to move. its not the town it used to be. "
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  • R J
    "Very nice town and safety the school very good nice people not busy very good for all families thank you"
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  • Lauren Mcmenemy
    "Close to stores but still country. Neighborhoods are clean and lawns are well kept by residents. Elementary school is the best!"
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  • Lrush
    "They would not like the fact that other dog owners don’t pick up after their own dogs. They will look you dead in your face and do nothing "
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  • Aimslabella
    "It’s nice suburban area with woods and farms lower taxes and good schools family oriented big into sports and outdoorsy "
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived in the neighborhood for three years folks are friendly and inviting Halloween is great and most other holidays people decorate as well Christmas is fun to see all the lights"
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  • Trulia User
    "Like - Long sidewalks make it easy/attractive for taking your dog for a walk. Dislike - it’s along a busy 45mph road."
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  • Nicole W.
    "Cute little place great schools close to shopping and high ways 6 flags is a bonus awesome scenery or walks around nice people laundry mats are close to most places and Wawa’s by the ton lol grocery stores lose to everywhere but it’s a little expensive to rent here especially if you have pets "
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  • Mhaydu1
    "It’s peaceful and comfortable. There are many nice stores that are conveniently nearby. There are multiple major highways close by that make transportation easy. "
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  • Maribeth.gregory
    "Commute to nyc by bus from glory’s market parking lot area. Long commute but worth the trip to live in Jackson."
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  • Krystaltej18
    "It’s a very friendly neighborhood/city. Perfect for families! Would recommend to anyone looking to expand!! "
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  • Jvel021088
    "We don’t have much that goes on in Jackson it’s a very large small town if that makes sense. It’s a large town with a small town feel."
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  • Jess
    "I grew up in this neighborhood and it has always felt safe and homey! There are some nice walking trails near by and its a convenient location!"
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  • Jvel021088
    "Quiet safe friendly area. No one bothers anyone but also they would help if I needed help. Everyone knows everyone in this neighborhood."
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  • Jvel021088
    "Quiet street and there is not much traffic. Most people follow speed limit and there is not much use for public transportation because everyone usually drives "
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  • Pedro V.
    "Lots of new people from Lakewood & Brooklyn. Starting to change from very peaceful to a little noisy."
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  • Amy O.
    "park pool walk way garbage pick up every week safe well lit neighborhood. friendly neighborhood mail box in front "
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  • Gabrielapinob
    "My neighborhood is a good place to live and safe for children and quiet and calm. Near school, market and work. "
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  • Ks.gonzalez24
    "Neighborhood is great for kids and the schools are good . There are Many parks and have many shopping plazas "
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  • Jessica D. M.
    "it takes 10 minutes to drive to Exit 16 on 195. During the summer and rush hour the traffic is awful. route 571 needs to be updated to accommodate the intense traffic by the outlet and by Six Flags."
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  • Lr
    "Jackson is a great place to live. I enjoy the green space and the outdoor activities. It is close to the shore and all outlets. "
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  • Kelly S.
    "Love the solitude & peace in Jackson. It seems like the over development & growing population of Lakewood is spilling over into our town recently. "
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  • ray b
    "There is couple parks not far from neighborhood, quite and safe. Not far from schools and couple daycares ."
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  • Jessie H.
    "I live in a condo in 60 acres. it is pretty decent here. I have a great group of people in my court. we share food and always spend time petting each other's dogs. we always wave and say hello. "
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  • Aandie528@gmail.com
    "We have neighborhood block parties. Some of us take turns hosting a party for Super Bowl and Halloween."
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  • Logan969sog
    "I live in my first 55 and over community. It's quiet and the people are friendly. We all watch out for each other. "
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  • Lrosa99
    "Unfortunately, you cannot walk to restaurants or to the shopping center. One must drive everywhere. "
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  • Nicoleclonigro
    "Great place to live. Safe and friendly people all around. Great schooling as well. Close to freehold mall and 195 "
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  • Nicoleclonigro
    "Police in Jackson are very nice cops. They don’t want to get you in trouble and you can tell they are looking out for everyone’s safety while doing so respectfully. Happy to have them around my kids "
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Frequently asked questions about 5 Illinois Avenue

  • What is 5 Illinois Avenue estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5 Illinois Avenue in Jackson, NJ is $605,900.
  • What is the price history for 5 Illinois Avenue?
    5 Illinois Avenue in Jackson, NJ last sold for $510,000 in December 2025.
  • Is Jackson a buyer's or seller's market?
    Jackson is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Jackson?
    The median sale price in Jackson is $619K. That is up $11.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 5 Illinois Avenue have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5 Illinois Avenue in Jackson, NJ has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 5 Illinois Avenue?
    The lot at 5 Illinois Avenue in Jackson, NJ is about 0.27 acres (11,761 sq ft).

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