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Barnegat Township

Barnegat Township

$506,795 Average Value
$243 Average Price per Sq Ft
28 Homes For Sale

Life in Barnegat Township centers around marinas and the open bay

Life on the Jersey Shore in Barnegat Township is one of “waterfront dining, marinas, fishing and clamming,” says Realtor Casey Quinn with RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay. Quinn grew up in Forked River, several miles to the north, and knows the area well. The coast is lined with protected wetlands, and many locals walk or boat out to dig for clams, have lunch and hang out on the sandbars. “Boaters are drawn to Barnegat because you can get almost anything you need on a boat during the summer,” Quinn says. “Plus, Barnegat Inlet is across the bay for access to the ocean. Some people joke that their boats are worth more than their homes,” Quinn says. In Barnegat, where life on the water is prized just as much as a well-manicured lawn or two-car garage, that saying couldn’t be truer.

Barnegat offers a mix of adult communities and single-family homes

The township attracts many people looking for a more leisurely lifestyle. In fact, nearly 40% of the homes in Barnegat are part of 55-plus communities. Dwellings range from mobile homes in Pinewood Estates, a senior community, that start at $60,000 to single-family Cape Cods, colonials and ranch-style houses that can sell for between $300,000 and $700,000 depending on the number of bedrooms and square footage. You’ll even find five-bedroom waterfront homes with incredible bay views for over $1 million. The construction of new condos and waterfront apartments starting at $300,000 and single-family houses priced from $500,000 to $750,000 is happening throughout the township.

Brackman Middle and Barnegat High give students space for creativity

Schools that serve Barnegat all receive above-average grades from Niche. At Cecil S. Collins Elementary, which receives a B-plus, students can participate in before- and after-school activities, such as the art club, board game club, intramurals and safety patrol. Students at Russel O. Brackman Middle, a B-minus school, won a real media contest for videos they produced to prevent substance abuse among adolescents. Students at Barnegat High, which scores a C-plus, can choose from a new recording arts pathway that introduces them to music theory, keyboarding, composition and more in a newly built recording studio on campus.

Boating, fishing and exploring parks throughout Barnegat

The tidewater marshes that dominate the Jersey Shore open to a small harbor in Barnegat, where the municipal dock is located, and a handful of marinas, such as Bob’s Bay Marina, a family-owned and operated establishment for over 35 years. Boaters and fishers choose Bob’s for its full-service mechanic, bait and crabbing gear, gas pump, clubhouse and cleaning station. Cloverdale Farm County Park, another recreational spot farther inland, is a former cranberry farm. This natural area features cranberry bogs, wildflowers and undisturbed woodland, a welcome escape from everyday life. The township also has several unnamed parks, such as the one at Bowline Street and Bildge Avenue, with basketball courts and a children's playground, and athletic parks like Lower Shore Road Park, with a football field and two baseball fields.

If you’re a walker or biker, the Barnegat Branch Trail follows the tracks of the former Central Railroad of New Jersey and runs almost 8 miles from Barnegat Township to Forked River through the sandy soils of the Pine Barrens. If you’re looking for a hiking adventure, Well Mills County Park is the largest park in Ocean County, with over 900 acres of pine and oak forests. Its three-story nature center is a great place for information, and each October, the Pine Barrens Jamboree is held at the park, featuring music, vittles and handmade crafts.

Shopping along West Bay, restaurants near the marina

You’ll find an ACME market off West Bay Road for everyday needs. Most stores and retailers, including pharmacies, are off West Bay on either side of the Garden State Parkway, which cuts across the township. While several restaurants are along this strip, you’ll want to visit the marina area for a bite to eat at Sun Harbor Seafood and Grill. Customers come by boat, car, bike or foot to enjoy the fresh local seafood and panoramic views. For a day’s excursion, drive to the Historic Cedar Bridge Tavern, believed to be the oldest intact bar in the United States. Dating back to 1740, Cedar Bridge was the site of the Siege of Yorktown, the last conflict of the American Revolutionary War.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Atlantic City International

65 min drive

Bus

Us-9 & Bay Ave

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Us-9 & Georgetown Blvd

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Us-9 & Gunning River Rd

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Rt-9 & Bayshore Dr

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Us-9 & Lower Shore Rd

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Us-9 & Taylor Ln

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Barnegat Township US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Barnegat Township Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$415,990
Median Sale Price
$398,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$369,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$449,990
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$410,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
320
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$243

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,627
Number of Homes for Sale
28
Median Year Built
1986
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,180
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,042
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,239
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Aug 3
    12 - 3pm

    332 Hawthorne Ln, Barnegat, NJ 08005

    $485,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,678 Sq Ft
    • 332 Hawthorne Ln
    • New 1 day ago

    Welcome to this stunning 3 bedroom 2 full, 2 half bath townhome located in desirable Whispering Hills community of Barnegat. Built in 2018, offering almost 2700 square ft, this home combines many thoughtful upgrades. Inside you'll find luxury vinyl plank flooring, custom window treatments, and upgraded modern lighting throughout. The main floor features a spacious living and dining room, a family

    Dale Manno NextHome Nexus Realty Group

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    12 - 2pm

    100 Mission Way, Barnegat, NJ 08005

    $599,990

    • 3 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,865 Sq Ft
    • 100 Mission Way
    • New 2 days ago

    Welcome to 100 Mission Way, nestled in the highly sought-after Heritage Point community of Barnegat. This stunning Cape May model offers timeless elegance, thoughtfully designed spaces, and an ideal layout for both everyday living and entertaining. Featuring three spacious bedrooms, three full baths, and an additional powder room, this home effortlessly combines comfort and style. The expansive

    Joy Bearden Keller Williams Preferred Properties,Ship Bottom

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    11am - 1pm

    1 Sequoia Ct, Barnegat, NJ 08005

    $315,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,408 Sq Ft
    • 1 Sequoia Ct
    • New 2 days ago

    Beautiful Devon model on corner lot in Pheasant Run adult community. Open and airy. Newer flooring, carpeting and plumbing . Kitchen area has room for table or enjoy meals in dining room. 2 big bedrooms with main bedroom having a walk in closet. Close to club house, shopping and beach.

    Marie Steele Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Murphy & Co.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
26,295
Median Age
46
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
29%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$80,922
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,325

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94%
College Graduates
28.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.4%
% Population in Labor Force
55.6%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
49''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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