Tara Rodriguez
KELLER WILLIAMS INTEGRITY
(973) 381-8082
111 Total Sales
4 in Hopatcong
$186K - $355K Price Range
Hopatcong
Located in Sussex County
Living in Hopatcong means living near the largest freshwater lake in all of New Jersey. "The best part about living in Hopatcong is living so close to the lake and enjoying lake life," says Patrick Bolger, who grew up in Hopatcong and is a Realtor with The Holmquist Group of Keller Williams Metropolitan.
Bolger says there are lots of folks who grew up in Hopatcong who never want to leave. For those looking to move into the borough, "they wanted to get a boat and have a community beach," says Bolger. There is ample opportunity to wake up to views of Lake Hopatcong each morning or live a little more inland, still only minutes from the water. You can find a three-bedroom, two-bath ranch-style home on the lake for around $315,000; a colonial with three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a private dock for roughly $600,000; or a luxury lakefront property with a private dock, sauna and glass sunroom, four bedrooms and three bathrooms for nearly $1.6 million. A little bit inland, you can find a two-bedroom, two-bathroom ranch for about $280,000; a bi-level with a two-tier deck that underwent an extensive renovation in 2021 for around $385,000; or another bi-level roughly a mile from the lake with three bedrooms and two bathrooms for nearly $400,000.
"I love the lake," says Bolger, "The lake always has a summertime feel to it and there are a lot of businesses that revolve around it, like lakefront bars and restaurants." After boating all morning or getting some sun, head to Lola's Waterfront Tex-Mex restaurant for lunch. Order mini empanadas and guacamole for your table before enjoying a chicken burrito. Quench your thirst with a Guinness from Patrick's Pub, an Irish eatery on the water. Hopatcong is also home to the Garden State Yacht Club, where as a member, you can go water tubing, ride a sailboat and relax poolside. The club has events all year round, like a Halloween costume party, foreign film nights and kid's activities. You can also access the lake from Hopatcong State Park, where you can swim and have barbecues in the summer. You can also play volleyball, soccer and fish. When fresh snow blankets Hopatcong, grab your sled and head to the hills at the state park. In the winter months on the lake, you can go ice fishing or, if you're feeling brave, participate in the annual Leap in the Lake, a polar plunge-style event. You can enjoy the great outdoors in several other parks like Jefferson Dog Park, Veteran's Field Memorial Park and Civic Center Field throughout the borough.
"There's no main highway that cuts through it. It's very much a small town that doesn't feel very commercial," Bolger says. At the Hopatcong Diner, a no frills place, enjoy a grilled cheese with a side of disco fries — french fries covered in mozzarella and gravy. Order pad Thai or pad see ew from Twisted on Thai Cafe, or try the "Twist on Thai creations" like spicy bamboo and Thai tacos. Beloved annual events include the Memorial Day parade and Hopatcong Days. Every summer on Sundays, there's a farmers market where Bolger says, "you can support a lot of local businesses."
Local kids can attend Hopatcong Borough Schools, like Tulsa Trail Elementary. When they get older, they move on to Hopatcong High, where they can teach preschoolers a few days a week through the Little Chief's Preschool program. Families can send their littles to high school for roughly three hours, where they play with blocks, make arts and crafts and go outside to enjoy the fresh air.
If lake life is calling your name and you want to vacation where you live, consider finding your dream place in Hopatcong.
Written By
Tina Davis
Photography Contributed By
Brendan Rogers
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Tara Rodriguez
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Elizabeth DelCasale
Elizabeth DelCasale
COLDWELL BANKER REALTY
(908) 970-8068
88 Total Sales
1 in Hopatcong
$465,000 Price
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Nancy Chu
Nancy Chu
Keller Williams Realty - NJ Metro Group
(973) 604-6671
367 Total Sales
2 in Hopatcong
$246K - $319K Price Range
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Fernanda Silva
Fernanda Silva
Responds QuicklyNew and Modern Group
(908) 364-7861
103 Total Sales
1 in Hopatcong
$315,000 Price
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Simon Vassalo
Simon Vassalo
Coldwell Banker, Augusta
(862) 343-9034
149 Total Sales
11 in Hopatcong
$320K - $750K Price Range
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Frank LaMorte
Frank LaMorte
LATTIMER REALTY
(862) 298-5327
161 Total Sales
1 in Hopatcong
$385,000 Price
Schools
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- Pre-K to 2nd
- Public
- 3rd to 8th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Public
Hopatcong Housing Trends
On average, homes in Hopatcong, NJ sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Hopatcong, NJ over the last 12 months is $685,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$685,000
Median Sale Price
$685,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$580,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$685,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$338
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,318
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1956
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,977
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,031
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,292
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
11,761
Open Houses
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Sunday, Aug 311am - 2pm
$345,000
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 127 Tulsa Trail
- New 1 day ago
Awesome Move-in ready Ranch offering 2 bedrooms as well a lower finished level with Office & Family Room. The open floor plan allows for the perfect flow from your updated kitchen to a spacious Living Room. The front entrance is a flexible bonus space that can be used as the perfect entry, sitting or dining area area with all windows letting in the natural light. Enjoy your kitchen with granite
Lisa Peluso RE/MAX TOWN & VALLEY II
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Saturday, Aug 212 - 3pm
$390,999
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 38 Ruth St
- New 1 day ago
Welcome to this well-maintained and charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch nestled on a level lot in a prime location close to shopping, dining, and major highways. This home features beautiful hardwood floors throughout, including under the living room rug, adding warmth and character to every room. Enjoy easy one-floor living with a bright, inviting layout and a full walkout basement with direct
Martha Filippone ADDISON REAL ESTATE
Homes for Sale
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$899,900
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 12 Bass Rock Rd
- New 26 days ago
Big Lake Energy without the taxes... This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home was stylishly and completely renovated in 2024 - Elegantly perched high above Wildwood Shores with panoramic Main Lake Views of Lake Hopatcong. Catch the picturesque Sunrise every morning with your cup of coffee as you work from home. This amazing view can be enjoyed from three separate maintenance-free decks off of two of the
Michelle Fichera-CarusoRE/MAX HOUSE VALUES(862) 288-7917 -
$549,900
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 2,206 Sq Ft
- 46 Sutton Trail
This is the open-concept home you've been searching for! This well-cared-for 3-bedroom, 2.1-bath home features a spacious kitchen with soaring ceilings and sliders that open to a deck. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the family room, which boasts a cozy wood-burning stove. The oversized family room is sun drenched and overlooks the fully fenced in front yard. A 2-car on-grade garage adds
Christine BondWEICHERT REALTORS(862) 418-1985 -
$15,000
- Land
- 0.30 Acre Lot
- 00 Stevens Trail
.30 acre undeveloped lot. Stevens Trail is a paper road at this point. Access would be easiest by extending Penn State Trail slightly where it meets at the end of Fiske Trail. No survey or perc test has been done.
Ted Miller IICOLDWELL BANKER REALTY(862) 259-6629
Homes for Rent
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$1,400 per month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 1 Arthur Rd
- Stanhope, NJ
Unique Private Space for Rent in a Bi-Level Style Home in Desirable Hopatcong NJ. This space has a, private entrance, a sitting/living area and a sleeping area with sliding doors to a private patio, access to a private full bathroom and shared laundry/utility room. Unit comes with a refrigerator, microwave, and electric hot-plate for food storage and preparation. This unit is the lower-level of
Michael Cecala RE/MAX HOUSE VALUES
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$2,600 per month
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 14 Walton Way
- Unit 3
- Hopatcong, NJ
FULLY GUT RENOVATED IN 2025 WITH LAKE VIEWS! BRAND NEW! Owners Spared No Expense In This Fully Renovated, Bright & Airy Large, Three Bedroom Apartment With Exclusive Private Foyer Entry Leading You Inside The Apartment. Drenched In Natural Sunlight With Stunning Lake views on The Sunny Upper Level. Quality Craftsmanship & Lifestyle Is An Understatement The Moment You Turn-Key & Open To The
Antonio Henriques PROMINENT PROPERTIES SIR
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Hopatcong Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
14,822
Median Age
44
Population Density
91 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$98,891
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$117,823
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.6%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
29.4%
Advanced Degrees
10.1%
% Population in Labor Force
74.7%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
32''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
