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Bay Head's beachfront charm attracts seasonal and full-time residents
Bay Head, an affluent beach town, is considered part of the Jersey Shore's Gold Coast, with many residents waking up to the crashing sound of ocean waves steps from their front door. While this small Ocean County borough certainly expands its population in the summer months, many residents call Bay Head home all year long. "The whole Jersey Shore has become more year-round than it used to be," says Laura Parios-McBride. "People appreciate the beauty whether it is summer or winter." Whether you purchase in Bay Head as a summer retreat or settle in immediately, this small beach town will invite you in with its unmatched ocean access, beloved local shops and places to eat.
Bike to outdoor dining spots around Bay Head.
Bay Head beach offers fresh ocean air for families.
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Direct waterfront access boosts home prices
Unlike most shore towns, Bay Head doesn't have boardwalks or restrictions between beachfront houses and the ocean. With that unbeatable direct beach access comes high housing prices. As of August 2023, a beachfront property with five bedrooms and six bathrooms is listed for nearly $8 million. Other beachfront homes can go for anywhere between $3 million for empty lots to $6 million for built houses. Further inland, the home price drops off slightly. Bayhead by the Sea offers condominium living with 72 units in the complex, including a mix of one and two-bedroom condos, a communal pool and a picnic area.
Bay Head homes provide unmatched oceanfront access.
Inland Bay Head offers modern and classic bungalow homes.
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Sandy beaches, racquet sports, sailing and a nearby golf course
When summertime rolls around, locals can spend their days swimming and surfing at the beach, or boating and fishing on the bay. Residents often go jogging and rollerblading along East Avenue, the main road parallel to the ocean. For more on-land activities, there's Centennial Park. Residents frequent the park all year, playing tennis together and attending community events. Bay Head Yacht Club members can play racquetball year-round and tennis from April through October. Sailing is also a huge part of the yacht club. The club is home to a nationally renowned junior sailing program that competes in regattas, as well as a robust senior sailing community. Golf enthusiasts often join the Manasquan River Golf Club to hit the links every weekend. Speaking of the weekends, specifically those that fall in the summer, crowds gather to play arcade games, ride coasters and chomp on saltwater taffy at the boardwalk in Point Pleasant Beach.
Swimming and surfing are common at Bay Head beach.
Centennial Park in Bay Head features tennis courts for residents.
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Students attend Bay Head Elementary and Point Pleasant Beach High
Families who live in Bay Head year-round can send their children to Bay Head Elementary for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. At Bay Head Elementary, all kindergartners through eighth graders learn Spanish. Given the vast age differences in the elementary school, administrators created a Positive Partners program, which pairs older and younger students as "buddies," and they complete activities promoting good character throughout the school year. For high school, Bay Head students attend Point Pleasant Beach High School with fellow students from nearby Point Pleasant Beach, Lavallette and Mantoloking. Point Pleasant Beach High School has earned an overall A-minus rating from Niche, including A's in sports and academics and an A-minus in teachers and college preparation. The high school has a student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1.
Bay Head Elementary serves students from pre-K through eighth grade.
Point Pleasant Beach High School near Bay Head earns strong academic ratings.
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Longstanding shops and businesses line Bridge Avenue
Bay Head's Bridge Avenue has been the main strip for decades. The avenue, home to a cheese shop, a bakery, local restaurants and shops, is within walking distance of almost all Bay Head homes. Dune Grass Cafe is located in the space of the former Dorcas of Bay Head, a beloved neighborhood institution where residents enjoyed ice cream for five decades. Dune Grass Cafe, which kept the ice cream parlor intact, also serves breakfast all day. Still on Bridge Avenue, but right past Bay Head, is Shore Fresh Seafood, a longtime local favorite. Here you can pick out fresh seafood to cook at home or enjoy Shore's selection of prepared foods like clam chowder, steamed clams and lobster. Residents can drive into nearby towns for groceries, like Stop & Shop in Point Pleasant and Lidl in Brick Township.
Dune Grass Cafe in Bay Head keeps its historic ice cream parlor.
Bay Head Cheese Shop & Bottles Too is a local favorite for gourmet goods.
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Commuting on the North Jersey Coast Line
Bay Head is the final stop on the North Jersey Coast Line, a commuter rail traveling through the shore region to New York Penn Station. The train station allows residents to take a break from driving up and down the coast or into Manhattan.
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On average, homes in Bay Head, NJ sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Bay Head, NJ over the last 12 months is $1,997,500, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Experience beachside living in a fully-renovated and unusually expansive Dutch colonial with a matching guest cottage on exclusive East Avenue. Ownership rights encompass the 75 feet of beach fronting the property, as well as riparian rights extending 600 feet into the water. Ideally located to the center of town, this thoughtfully curated home offers over 5,000 square feet of Victorian-era charm
Recent price improvement on this magnificent Bay Head Oceanfront stunner on the famed East Avenue! Boasting ocean views throughout and plenty of sunlight, this custom beauty built in 2016 features superior craftsmanship, elegant touches and new hardwood flooring throughout. Enjoying an open and sun-filled layout, the large living area with gas fireplace is designed for relaxation and offers
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Experience this versatile, classic home in prestigious Bay Head! 190 Osborne is also a legal two-family home, giving you amazing options for both investment income and/or personal use. Stepping into the residence, both units feel just like home. The first floor unit boasts coffered ceilings and a gas fireplace, with an expansive sun porch and deck for great outdoor living space! Not to be
**Rare Offering - Welcome to the ''Boat Barn.''** This exceptional waterfront residence, complete with dock, overlooks Barnegat Bay and Scow Ditch, The property offers stunning westerly views and breathtaking evening sunsets. Ideally situated, the home is within walking distance to the beach, Bay Head Yacht Club, shops, the train, parks, and restaurants. Designed by award-winning
Introducing a rare opportunity to own a brand-new luxury home in the heart of Bay Head--one of New Jersey's most sought-after coastal destinations. Currently the lowest priced new construction home in Bay Head. Just a block and a half from the pristine sands of Bay Head Beach, this stunning custom-built seashore colonial offers four levels of refined living with beautiful ocean views. Best of
East Avenue living at its finest! Welcome to this quintessential Dutch Colonial designed by Architect John Lederer and custom home builder Tom Herrington. This one of a kind 3896 square foot home sits on a spacious 111x102 lot just steps away from the beautiful Bay Head beaches with spectacular views of the Atlantic Ocean from the 2nd and 3rd floor balconies. Great for a large family with its 8
Bay Head beachfront!! Start each day with a beautiful ocean sunrise. Beautiful Bay Head property on magnificent East Ave, only a walk from the town's shops and restaurants. Huge grandfathered in-ground pool and surrounding 45x75' deck perfect for sunny days and entertaining under the stars. Beyond the pool and deck is private beach access where you can add a town permitted platform for twilight
This one-of-a-kind, first-floor condominium in the desirable Bayhead By The Sea complex in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 1 block from the beach!This completely renovated unit boasts a bright, open floor plan with a custom-updated kitchen and bathroom, plus a spacious, airy living room that fills with natural light.Some Recent 2024 upgrades include:Refinished hardwood floors,New dishwasher, microwave,
Hers's your opportunity to own an AMAZING in Point Pleasant & FINISH it yourself! Home is being sold ''AS IS'' for the buyer to complete. The exterior is completely done, inside the plumbing & electrical have passed rough inspection. Whole house is framed & the furnace is installed! Will come with plans** This home is within walking distance to Bay Head, this one-of-a-kind coastal home combines
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AVAILABLE SPRING, FALL, WINTER RENTAL 2026-EVENTSRENTED SUMMER 2026Welcome to this Bay Head classic home that is steps to one of the most desirable beaches in town-Osborne Avenue. Clean Comfortable and Nice! This classic Bay Head home has awnings for shade, huge front porch for reading, gathering, people watching, or to watch the magnificent sunsets. Inside you will find a cozy living
Bay Head Summer Rental - Steps to the Beach FULL SUMMER, MONTHLY, 2 week minimum.Enjoy the best of summer at this spacious Bay Head rental, located just four houses from the beach. Perfect for large families or multiple groups, this well-appointed home offers 6 bedrooms and 3 full baths, providing plenty of room to relax after long days by the ocean.The home features generous living
SUMMER RENTAL avail MAY $3,950, JUNE $7,000, AUGUST $9,200, and SEPTEMBER $5,200. Rent includes 2 Bay Head beach badges. Experience the perfect blend of coastal relaxation and timeless charm in this beautiful 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath farmhouse located on the highly sought-after ''Bay Head side'' of Point Pleasant. Nestled on a rare, deep lot, this historic gem offers a serene escape with plenty of
SEPTEMBER RENTAL for $7K. Rent includes all utilities including high-speed internet! This house is just steps from downtown Bay Head restaurants & shops, and is only a few blocks to the beach, Twilight Lake & Bay Head train station. Spacious home has 3-4 bedroom (4th bedroom can be an office and/or bedroom), 2 full bath, family room, dining area, kitchen with stainless steel appliances, butcher
FULLY FURNISHED WINTER RENTAL! Less then 1 mile to Beach. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths,Kitchen, Living Room& Family Room with fireplace, Deck, Outdoor Shower. NO SMOKING, NO VAPING AND NO DABBING.
Tranquil Waterfront cottage just steps to town and the beach. This SUMMER rental is available 5/1/26-7/24/26. It is rented and NOT available 7/31-9/22. Peak summer rate is 5,600 weekly with a 2 WEEK MINIMUM. 2 Bedrooms, 2 full baths plus a detached tiny cottage! Huge yard with new patio. Outdoor seating and dining overlooking Twlight Lake.. Outdoor shower, gas grill, washer, dryer, 4 beach
Summer Rental... Four homes from the ocean, front porch filled with wicker. A very private backyard with a brick patio for welcoming guests throughout the summer. Walking distance to shopping and restaurants. This classic Bay Header has a spacious living room, dining room, sunporch, custom kitchen with wet bar. This home features 5 bedrooms 3.5 bath. The availability is from May through July
Available May, June, July , Aug and Sept. This amazing cottage tucked behind all the action in the quaint town of Bay Head. All completely redone by a designer. Open floor plan, SS appliances, quartz counter tops, oak floors. This cottage sits on the edge of Twilight Lake and has the most amazing water view and sunsets. Walk to the beach, restaurants, shopping and the train. This is urban-beach
This amazing Bay Head Oceanfront home is available summer of 2026! 7/11/2026 and 7/18/2026 for $19,500 per week. Owner prefers 2 week minimum. This beautiful home has reverse living, bedrooms on the first and third floors, second floor has amazing Ocean views from the kitchen, formal dining room, family room with sliders to the balcony over looking the Ocean. This home features 6 spacious
SUMMER RENTAL 2026 available June through September @ $2,000 per week. Enjoy a relaxing stay just three homes from the ocean. This condo was recently updated and restored. Updates including new floors, central air and a new bathroom with soaking tub. We also recently updated our outside community patio with gas grill, table and plenty of chairs for outside dining. We are walking distance to
Beautiful summer rental on Twilight Lake! NEWER CONSTRUCTION ON TWILIGHT LAKE!!!! This condo has been designed with every amenity you can think of. Offering 2 master suites, an open floor plan, huge center island, ss appliances, granite counter tops, washer/dryer. Enjoy lake views from both the deck and your own fenced in backyard with a grill. There is plenty of storage for all your beach toys,
Summer Rental 2026 season $2,000 a week - Available weeks May 16 - July 4. July 25 - Oct 3rd. Relax and enjoy this one bedroom, just three homes from the ocean. This condo was recently updated and restored. Updates including new floors, central air and a new bathroom with soaking tub. We also recently updated our outside community patio with gas grill, table and plenty of chairs for outside
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