Dover Beaches South
Public beach access near the Seaside Heights boardwalk
Ortley Beach is Toms River Township’s only public Atlantic Ocean beach, but residents must buy a seasonal, weekly or daily beach badge to access it. The beaches can get crowded during the summer. Justin Bosak, a broker and owner with Re/Max Revolution who’s sold homes in the area for 22 years, says, “Most of the people who live there will go to the beach earlier, before things get packed, and then come back later in the day.” Ortley Beach Bay Park has a playground and tennis courts with water views. Many of the homes and condos on Barnegat Bay have private boat parking or marinas. If residents don’t have their own boat, they can charter fishing trips or rent a boat from Bill’s Boat Rentals. Barnacle Bill’s Amusements has been a fixture of the community since 1963, offering miniature golf, an arcade and a restaurant. The Seaside Heights boardwalk is within walking distance. “Seaside Heights is more geared for people coming from outside the community,” Bosak says. The boardwalk has attractions like a water park and an amusement park, and it also has regular events, including movie nights, concerts and weekly fireworks in July and August. Noise and lights from Seaside Heights can spill into the community. “The north end of the boardwalk is quieter, but if you’re looking for real quiet on the beach at night, you’re not going to get that in Dover Beaches South,” Bosak says.Classic beach houses, cottages and condos
Dover Beaches South is filled with classic coastal homes that often have multi-story balconies, colorful exteriors and first-floor garages. Some houses have pools in the back, and though some roads have street parking, yards are typically graveled to add additional parking spots. These homes often cost between $920,000 and $2.7 million. Single-story Cape Cod cottages have less space and smaller price tags, usually around $500,000 to $970,000. One-bedroom condos generally cost between $230,000 and $520,000, while two-bedroom units can cost between $420,000 and $770,000. Larger condo units range from $830,000 to $1.1 million. Most condo owners pay monthly homeowners association fees that range from $260 to $630. Townhouses range from $650,000 to $880,000, plus monthly HOA fees around $170 to $520. Bosak says that most homeowners live here seasonally or rent out their properties to vacationers. The overall CAP Index Crime Score is 2 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.Locally owned restaurants and a grocery store nearby
Sunny Hunny by the Sea Family Restaurant & Pancake House has served diner-style breakfast and lunch here since the 1950s; the restaurant is known for having Sesame Street’s Elmo take photos with diners. Most of the restaurants in the area close during the winter, but there are a few year-round options, like Mia’s Pizza & Café, which serves Italian comfort food in a casual atmosphere. Golden Gate Express offers Chinese food for dine-in, takeout and delivery. For groceries and essentials, Acme and CVS Pharmacy are in the community’s south. More grocery stores, including ShopRite, are about 5 miles away on the mainland.Getting around the area on Route 35
State Route 35 is the community’s main thoroughfare and experiences traffic during the summer. “Summer Thursday and Friday nights are when it starts getting backed up,” Bosak says, “but in winter, all the stoplights become blinking yellow lights, and you can fly through.” The road’s north and southbound lanes are split by a residential block, and each section has a dedicated bike lane and sidewalks. The Ocean Ride bus stops in the neighborhood’s south and has routes to Toms River. The nearest bridge to the mainland is about a mile away in Seaside Heights, and another bridge is roughly 6 miles away in Mantoloking. Houses of worship here include St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Chapel. The Community Medical Center is about 9 miles away. Atlantic City International Airport is 58 miles away, and Newark Liberty International Airport is a 68-mile trip.Kids attend mainland schools in Toms River
Kids here travel to the mainland for school, but Bosak says that traffic isn’t as busy during the school year. They can start at East Dover Elementary, which receives a C-plus from Niche, and then attend the B-minus-rated Toms River Intermediate East. At the B-plus-rated Toms River High School East, students can join over 50 clubs, including the History Club, which travels to four historical sites each year.Located in a Special Flood Hazard Area
Almost all of Dover Beaches South is in a Special Flood Hazard Area, a FEMA-designated zone with a high flood risk. Homeowners will likely have to buy flood insurance, and their houses may have specific elevation requirements. Bosak says that homes on the bay side are more prone to flooding than those closer to the ocean. The community is also at risk for hurricanes.
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Annie Franklin
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Thomas Boniakowski
Thomas Boniakowski
ERA BONIAKOWSKI REAL ESTATE
(862) 341-4441
166 Total Sales
1 in Dover Beaches South
$582,500 Price
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Louisa Sagarese
Louisa Sagarese
RE/MAX Revolution
(848) 251-0088
93 Total Sales
1 in Dover Beaches South
$815,000 Price
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Paula Santos
Paula Santos
C21/ Solid Gold Realty
(908) 402-0306
32 Total Sales
1 in Dover Beaches South
$1,775,000 Price
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Darren Tietsworth
Darren Tietsworth
RE/MAX Select
(908) 356-4259
45 Total Sales
2 in Dover Beaches South
$520K - $600K Price Range
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Patricia Ceglie
Patricia Ceglie
RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay - Toms River
(862) 285-5018
116 Total Sales
3 in Dover Beaches South
$650K - $660K Price Range
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Lori Donnelly
Lori Donnelly
Weichert Realtors - Forked River
(888) 354-2434
190 Total Sales
1 in Dover Beaches South
$950,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Ortley Beach Bayside Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Dover Beaches South | US |
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| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
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Dover Beaches South Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Dover Beaches South, Toms River sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 69 days. The median sale price for homes in Dover Beaches South, Toms River over the last 12 months is $369,990.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$395,910
Median Sale Price
$369,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$369,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$189
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
688
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,105
Above the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,443
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
964
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
481
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
2,613
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jul 2712 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$1,725,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 448 Eisenhower Ave
- New 1 day ago
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Homes for Rent
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$1,500 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 700 Sq Ft
- 1922 Baltimore Ave
- Unit right side
- Seaside Heights, NJ
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,315
Median Age
60
Population under 18
12.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
39.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$98,453
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$137,868
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
49.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
22%
% Population in Labor Force
54.6%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
8''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50
/ 100
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