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Ocean Gate has a beach and boardwalk on Toms River
With a name like “Ocean Gate,” you might assume this small community of about 900 homes is on the ocean. But it’s not. “This cool little town has its own beach and boardwalk on the Toms River,” says Realtor Casey Quinn with RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay. “Homeowners choose Ocean Gate over the more expensive barrier islands because they get the same kind of atmosphere at a fraction of the price.”
Sandy beaches along the Ocean Gate coastline are beautiful.
This funky beach sign provides directions to the various points of interest in Ocean Gate, NJ.
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Vacation homes and rentals make up a lot of Ocean Gate
Most homes in Ocean Gate are second homes to people from North Jersey and Pennsylvania, Quinn says. After Superstorm Sandy hit the area in 2012 and COVID-19 in 2020, the community saw renewed interest in renovation and Airbnb rentals. Today, single-family colonials, Cape Cods, bungalows and ranch-style homes sell for between $200,000 and $900,000. Many feature large decks, grilling areas and fenced-in backyards for privacy. In the morning and evening, sea breezes come through town, prompting many residents to open their windows or enjoy the air on their front porches. And because no home is more than six or seven blocks from the beach and boardwalk, everything is within walking distance.
Some homes in Ocean Gate are a couple of blocks from the beach.
Ranch style homes line most of the streets of Ocean Gate, NJ.
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Social events are centered around Toms River
Ocean Gate Beach faces the Toms River, which flows into Barnegat Bay. The town’s white sandy beaches and boardwalk extend a mile from the Ocean Gate Yacht Club to Avalon Avenue. Children three to 12 can also enjoy the splash park off East Longport Avenue, and at the nearby First Pier, anyone can take in a concert, boat show or July Fourth fireworks celebration right on the beach. The yacht club was founded in 1909 by summer residents from Philadelphia to promote sailing as a sport. Today, it also sponsors an active social calendar of activities, such as sailing competitions and popular events like Oktoberfest. Named after a much-loved police officer, the Jay Marles Memorial Park cuts through the center of town and offers residents another place to play or enjoy their favorite sport, with two basketball courts, a playground with swings, three pickleball courts, a tennis court and a 4-block walking path.
The Ocean Gate Yacht Club is on the smaller side in Ocean Gate, New Jersey.
The pickleball courts at Jay Marles Park in Ocean Gate, New Jersey, are regulation size.
Of the schools that serve the neighborhood, Ocean Gate Elementary, which scored a C-plus on Niche, offers an extensive physical education and health curriculum to help students better understand the physical, emotional and social changes they will experience going into adolescence. South of town, Central Regional Middle School, a C school, encourages students to develop their talent for sports through boys’ and girls’ teams, which include soccer, basketball and volleyball. At nearby Central Regional High, a B-rated school, students can participate in three specialized academies: art, digital media and humanities.
Ocean Gate Elementary School is heavily secured in Ocean Gate, NJ.
Central Regional High School is a very fine learning institution in Ocean Gate, NJ.
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Locally owned shops and classic eateries define Ocean Gate
Most of Ocean Gate is not commercialized — “all mom-and-pop stores,” Quinn says. But for essentials, the Ocean Gate Market and Deli offers an assortment of convenience foods and deli sandwiches. A well-loved restaurant nearby is the Anchor Inn, which hasn’t changed much since it opened in 1962, part of its charm. The other part is the food — from juicy Delmonico steaks to tangy mussels marinara, the menu has a nostalgia that’s hard to resist. For a more contemporary dining experience, you might choose Rosie’s Ocean Gate, a newcomer to the resort town scene. Here, you’ll find a tranquil modern interior serving innovative fare, such as flash-fried wasabi-crusted sea bass over sticky rice, with a hip bar and lounge area. The closest supermarket is ShopRite of Bayville, just a few miles south. You’ll also find a Rite Aid and a Walgreens in that area and dozens of stores and restaurants along Route 9/Atlantic City Boulevard.
Residents love the fresh deli and food items at Shop Rite.
Nearby Diesel's Subs serves fresh sandwiches and deli items.
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On average, homes in Ocean Gate, NJ sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Ocean Gate, NJ over the last 12 months is $425,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Outstanding new construction home in Ocean Gate unlike anything else available. This custom shore colonial is less than 2 blocks to the beach/boardwalk, will feature an interior elevator spanning all 3 stories and a whole house GENERAC gas back up generator. The ground level has an oversized foyer entryway with a staircase and elevator bay, plus a 3+ car garage with front and rear overhead doors.
Welcome to this charming Cape-style home nestled in the heart of Ocean Gate where coastal living meets peaceful privacy. You'll love the spacious, open layout featuring a generous sized living room with a breakfast nook, a large laundry/utility room, an updated full bathroom, and a convenient main-level bedroom. The updated kitchen features modern cabinets, tile flooring, granite countertops, and
Picture perfect 3 bedroom ranch, complete with basement and over sized detached garage in Ocean Gate, only a few short blocks to the mile long beach and boardwalk. This charming home sits high and dry, and is set on a large lot in a quiet corner of town creating a private and serene partially fenced in back yard. Step in the front door to the quaint yet spacious living room, complete with gas
Live the shore lifestyle in this beautifully updated 3-bed, home just one block from the beach and boardwalk in Ocean Gate. Featuring approx. 1,400 sq ft of light-filled living space, the open floor plan includes hardwood floors, a bright modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, and generous cabinet storage. Large windows flood the home with natural light, and the spacious bedrooms offer
This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment at 410 E Point Pleasant Ave is available immediately. The living room provides ample room for relaxation, while the bedroom features sufficient closet space. The bathroom is equipped with essential fixtures for convenience. The unit includes amenities such as a smoke-free environment and an in-unit washer and dryer for laundry needs. The rental price is
Welcome home to this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch nestled in the highly desirable waterfront community of Ocean Gate. Step inside to find fresh updates throughout, including vinyl flooring, a modern kitchen with newer appliances, and a washer and dryer.A standout feature of this property is the detached 1-car garage with a sealed epoxy-painted floor — a versatile space
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