Section Image

Berkeley

Berkeley

Located in Ocean County

$424,477 Average Value
$277 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Coastal suburb close to shopping, recreation

Located along the Jersey Shore, Berkeley Township features coastal suburban living with convenient interstate access. “I love being here,” says Sheryl Paglione, a Realtor with RE/MAX Revolution, and a Berkeley resident who's been selling homes here for nearly five years. “I can hop in my car and go to the beaches, take a stroll on the boardwalk anytime I want and I can get to Long Beach Island in half an hour.” Popular chain and local businesses are spread throughout town, and the neighborhood’s west end holds the starting point for South Jersey’s seemingly endless pinelands. On top of its own amenities, residents are also just miles from nightlife in downtown Toms River and Seaside Heights.

placeholder
placeholder
placeholder
placeholder
1/2

Pirate-themed playground at John C. Bartlett

In the southern end of town, the 25-acre John C. Bartlett, Jr. County Park at Berkeley Island was rebuilt in 2018 after sustaining damage from Hurricane Sandy. Locals can kayak in the bay, kids can run around the pirate-themed playground and the park has some of the best sunrise views in town. Berkeley Island is also a popular spot for crabbing and fishing for Bluefish and Striped Bass. There's space for picnics near Cedar Creek and Dudley Park offers a sandy court for volleyball. Close to the area’s schools, Veterans Park offers over a dozen sports facilities, a skatepark and the 18-hole Cedar Creek Golf Course. On the western side of Garden State Parkway, Double Trouble State Park has over 8 miles of trails through pinelands. Public beach access in the area is limited, but Seaside Heights’ 2.5-mile boardwalk is just across the bay.

placeholder
placeholder
placeholder
placeholder
1/2

Ranch-style homes from the $200,000s

Houses are arranged along suburban streets with lots up to 2 acres. In the west end of town, two-bedroom ranch-style homes come with attached garages and range from $200,000 to $400,000. Down by the bay, mid-century colonial-style homes and contemporary houses built within the past 10 years go for $700,000 to $1 million. Four- to six-bedroom waterfront mansions sell for $1 million to $2 million. There are also two- and three-bedroom townhouses close to the water that sell for $400,000 to $600,000. The CAP Index gives Berkeley a crime score of 3 out of 10, with the national average being 4.

placeholder
placeholder
placeholder
placeholder
1/2
Moore's Farm Market offers amazing produce and plants.
Moore's Farm Market offers amazing produce and plants.

Farmers markets, free concerts each summer

Starting in May, a farmers market is held every Tuesday at the Berkeley Township Recreation Center. The Sounds of Summer, a free concert series, takes place from July to September at Veterans Park.

Shopping and Dining along Route 9

Residents can head down U.S. Route 9 for Moore’s Farm Market with locally sourced produce and flowers, or to a ShopRite for groceries. Farther south, there are popular restaurants like Grits & Grace with breakfast comfort foods and Shady Rest, which has been serving pizza and cocktails since 1966.

placeholder
placeholder
placeholder
placeholder
1/2

Academies at Central Regional High

Students may start at Bayville Elementary, which gets a C-plus from Niche, before going to Central Regional Middle, which also has a C-plus. They may then attend Central Regional High, which earns a B-minus and offers specialized academic programs for art, digital media and the humanities.

Central Regional High School's campus is quite extensive in Berkeley, NJ.
Central Regional High School's campus is quite extensive in Berkeley, NJ.
Bayville Elementary school is a top rated learning institution in Berkeley, NJ.
Bayville Elementary school is a top rated learning institution in Berkeley, NJ.
1/2

Close to Route 9, Garden State Parkway

Locals can access buses that run along U.S. Route 9 in the eastern part of the neighborhood. Garden State Parkway runs through the middle of Berkeley, getting commuters 60 miles north to Manhattan and 40 miles south to Atlantic City. Residents can also drive 55 miles west on State Route 37 to get to Philadelphia. “Proximity to highways that will take you in every direction coupled with the ocean breeze makes this neighborhood a highly sought-after place to call home,” says Kimberly Bell, a Realtor at RE/MAX Revolution, and a local resident who’s been selling homes here since 2000.

placeholder
placeholder
Berkeley's I-9 roadway allows for quick travel in and out of the neighborhood.
Berkeley's I-9 roadway allows for quick travel in and out of the neighborhood.
1/2
Jessica Haddad
Written By
Jessica Haddad
Josue Johnson
Photography Contributed By
Josue Johnson

Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to Christina Roche, an experienced agent in this area.

Agents Specializing in this Area

See All Agents

Schools

Source:
GreatSchools: The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process. View GreatSchools Rating Methodology

Parks in this Area

Area Facts

Number of Homes
16
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1969
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,782
Below the national average
1,930
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,583

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Mar 22
    Open Sun 11AM - 2PM

    15 Dolphin Cir W, Bayville, NJ 08721

    $525,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,642 Sq Ft
    • 15 Dolphin Cir W
    • New 27 days ago

    Welcome to this beautiful 3 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom home in the wonderful Foxmoor Village community! Step inside to a bright 2-story foyer that leads to a spacious eat in kitchen; or turn right and enter the cozy living area! The second floor offers the primary suite with a private bath and walk in closet, two additional bedrooms, and another full bathroom!Through the sliding door you'll find

    Renee Bottrel Crossroads Realty Inc-Forked River

    Section Image
  • Sunday, Mar 22
    Open Sun 1PM - 4PM

    106 Fort de France Ave, Toms River, NJ 08757

    $279,900

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,124 Sq Ft
    • 106 Fort de France Ave

    Very Well-Maintained Home with Great Location! Wonderful Backyard and Property!Picturesque with Brook!Very Pretty Tree Lined Street!Most Desirable Fort De France!Great Holiday City Berkeley Community!Very Convenient to 2 New Clubhouses, and 2 Pools!2 Gyms!New Large Library and Computer Room.Game Rooms!Pool Room with 5 Pool Tables!Exercises

    Ray Albanese RE/MAX West Realtors

    Section Image
  • Sunday, Mar 22
    Open Sun 11AM - 1PM

    128 Sloop Creek Rd, Berkeley Township, NJ 08721

    $515,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,609 Sq Ft
    • 128 Sloop Creek Rd
    • New 1 day ago

    Live the best of both lifestyles--enjoy the peace and quiet of a spacious backyard surrounded by trees and protected land, while being just a short stroll to the Barnegat Bay. This beautifully expanded ranch sits on a generous 150x125 fully fenced lot, offering privacy and a tranquil setting that's hard to find. Inside, the bright living room features a vaulted ceiling and bow window, flowing

    Dorlisa Merkovsky RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay

    Section Image

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Berkeley Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
33,106
Median Age
49
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30.1%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$79,157
On par with the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$102,703

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.7%
College Graduates
26.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.5%
% Population in Labor Force
58.4%
Below the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Moderately friendly

Bike Score®®

60 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®®

30 / 100

Not friendly

Transit Score®®

0 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Berkeley