$1,256,101Average Value$665Average Price per Sq Ft18Homes For Sale
Coastal living with historic appeal
Built up in the late 19th century as a Gilded Age seaside getaway, Belmar is favored by year-round and seasonal homeowners alike. The coastal borough abuts 1.5 miles of pristine Atlantic Ocean beach and historical boardwalk, but unlike other parts of the Jersey Shore, it doesn’t draw in the tourist hordes. Quiet residential lanes like E Street–inspiring the name of Bruce Springsteen’s band–are lined with well-preserved Arts and Crafts, colonial and Victorian homes. A small but mighty main street has a handful of popular independent businesses. “Belmar is a beautiful community blessed with small-town charm, rich community life and an abundance of recreational activities,” says Cori Dunphy, a realtor with RE/MAX Central.
Street sign in Belmar that inspired Bruce Springsteen.
Rows of year-round and summer rentals are a common sight in Belmar.
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Unspoiled beaches and water-bound amusement
Belmar’s main draw is its sparsely crowded white sand coastline. The Belmar Beach has up-to-date playgrounds and areas dedicated to boogie boarding and surfing. The Victorian-era Belmar boardwalk is ideal for long walks in all seasons and connects through nearby towns. Public bathrooms and covered terraces can be found every few blocks. On the other side of the borough, Belmar Banutti Marina sits next to the 800-acre Shark River Basin and offers affordable docking. Fishing is another common activity. While Maclearie Trail has tennis courts, Silverlake Park is great for dog walks.
Belmar's modern Jane Magovern's Playground in Silver Lake is a few minutes from the beach.
Belmar's boardwalk is made completely of a composite material so no more splinters.
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Restored Victorians and townhome-style beach condos
Belmar has a wide variety of homes. Townhome-style, beach-front condos range from one-bedroom units in postwar buildings at $750,000 to three bedrooms in new developments at $2 million. Further inland, mid-sized renovated Victorian and colonial homes range from $1.2 million to $2.8 million, depending on size and proximity to the water. Luxury properties in the more upmarket Inlet Terrace area come in on the higher end of that range. More modest Arts and Crafts bungalows fetch between $550,000 and $950,000. There are also a few multifamily homes just a block away from the beach that provide potential homeowners with the opportunity to rent out separate units during the “season.”
Some Victorian houses in .Belmar date back to the towns founding as Ocean Beach in 1872
Oceanfront Condos in Belmar are available for the luckiest of residents.
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Local haunts and essential stores
“In The past few years, Main Street saw the arrival of several fabulous restaurants and places to shop,” Dunphy says. Popular establishments include 10th Avenue Burrito Company and the Mr. Greek gyro restaurant. While riverside Marina Grill is preferred by boaters, decades-old D’jais Oceanview Bar & Café serves classic diner fare to beachgoers. Nourished. by Nature serves up smoothies and pressed juices. Supersavers Market carries essential groceries. There’s also a ShopRite in nearby West Belmar.
The caesar salad at Marina Grill in Belmar comes with blackened fresh caught shrimp.
At Nourished by Nature on Main St. in Belmar, we believe in helping people feel good.
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Small community schools with dedicated faculty
Students can start at Belmar Elementary for Grades Pre-K to 8. The school has a B-plus from Niche and a 7 to 1 student-teacher ratio. They can then move on to A-rated Manasquan High School, which has an A rating and famous botany program.
Belmar Elementary School was built 1909 and is for students in grades Pre-K through 8.
Manasquan High School is committed to student success in the Belmar neighborhood.
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90-minute drives to New York and Philadelphia
The nearby Garden State Parkway gets residents to both New York and Philadelphia in an hour and a half. The New Jersey Transit North Coast branch stops in Belmar and provides a reliable link to the New York-North Jersey metro area as well.
Locals use the NJ Transit trains to get from Belmar to NYC and points south.
The Garden State Parkway is easily accessible from Belmar for your trips north or south.
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On average, homes in Belmar, NJ sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Belmar, NJ over the last 12 months is $822,500, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
*** FOR SALE *** Buy your dream home and live at the desirable Jersey Shore year round or use as a summer getaway or investment property! Comfortable two story house with 3 bedrooms, 1-1/2 bathrooms. Large kitchen/dining room area! Large living room,, foyer. New flooring throughout! Newer roof, HVAC, water heater, driveway. Solar panels on rear of the house, outdoor shower and long
Experience the best of the Jersey Shore at Marina View Towers located in Belmar. This 4th-floor condo offers a bright and airy layout, with expansive windows that flood the space with natural light. Step onto your private balcony and enjoy ocean breezes while taking in the vibrant energy of the shore.This spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bath home features an open floor plan and the convenience of a
Awesome location!!! BEACH BLOCK in the north end of Belmar. This 1 bedroom and 1.5 bath, meticulous condo, on the third floor with vaulted ceilings, is in the nicest area along the Jersey Shore. Possible second bedroom being used as a den/office but can be easily changed into an additional bedroom. From the balconies and window, there are partial views of the ocean. This recently updated unit is
Investment opportunity in the heart of Belmar! Oversized lot directly off Main St, across from the park, and just 7 blocks to the beach. Minutes to GSP, Rt. 195, and Rt. 18 for easy access. May 2025 appraisal at $700K—asking $75,000 below current appraised value. This deal won't last, bring your best offers and secure a prime location with endless potential.
WINTER Rental: A beautifully renovated, fully furnished home boasting views of Lake Como and the ocean. Situated in an ideal, sought-after neighborhood, this property features hardwood floors throughout. The kitchen and bathrooms are exquisite, complementing the sun-drenched family room and dining area. The primary bedroom includes an attached bath and walk-in closet. Enjoy the deck, balcony,
Summer Rental 4000 a week. August 4th-Sept 10th. Winter rental available.Desirable seaside community of Belmar. This immaculate 4 bed, 3 bath custom-built home is nestled on a fully landscaped lot & backyard for the ultimate in privacy. This magnificent residence is handicapped accessible with a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor. The eat-in kitchen will inspire your inner chef. The
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