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$1,200,000

216 W 5th St Ship Bottom, NJ 08008

4 beds
2 full
1,708 sqft
0.1 acres
$703 / sqft
House

Property details

About 216 W 5th St

CHARM, DIGNITY AND CHARACTER…best describe this custom built-to-last home with open concept in mind! Old-time roominess, huge gathering rooms and bedrooms, solid hemlock doors, solid elm wood paneling on sheetrock, new electrical panel boxes and wiring, new central air handler and compressor, new decking with vinyl railings and mullioned windows are what you’ll find when you visit this classic beauty! Enjoy casual shore living in the open great room, dining area and kitchen emphasizing spaciousness and will be the center of your entertainment. The open & bright kitchen with ample storage and counterspace offers new stainless-steel appliances and breakfast bar for those impromptu meals, while expanding to new trex decking with vinyl railings for those summertime barbecues. The 2 large bedrooms downstairs are an inviting private retreat for quiet times. You can fit your king-size furniture in the 2 bedrooms upstairs with large closets that solve all your storage problems while one bedroom opens to large fiberglass decking and stairway leading to the backyard for summertime fun. Enjoy cool summer evenings relaxing on your multi-level decking overlooking the south-facing fenced backyard with beautiful shade trees and shrubbery providing peaceful relaxation, along with ample room for a pool, if you so desire. The custom-built workshop is perfect for those families with hobbies, along with storage for beach chairs, bikes, and surfboards. With easy access to the Causeway and only one street away from Veteran’s Park to enjoy gorgeous sunsets while restaurants, amusements, ball fields and marinas are within walking distance, this solid and well-maintained home is ready for a buyer who wants to add their personal touch to this classic Island retreat with yesteryear charm. Let us open the door to your new shore home today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard
StatusActive
(ACTIVE)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,708 sqft
Lot size0.14 Acres
Year built1971
ParkingStone Driveway, Driveway
MLS #NJOC2035308

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Oven, Electric Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Water Heater, Range Hood
  • Basement: No
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Carpet, Vinyl
  • Interior: Additional Stairway, Attic, Bathroom - Tub Shower, Bathroom - Walk-In Shower, Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Carpet, Floor Plan - Open, Kitchen - Gourmet, Window Treatments
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Parking: Stone Driveway, Driveway
  • Exterior: Exterior Lighting, Outside Shower, Outbuilding(s)
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Heating: Baseboard
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $1,200,000
  • Price/SqFt: $702
  • Annual Tax Amount: $5,012
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: Garden State Pkwy to Exit 63, to Rt 72 east to Long Beach Island. Left on Barnegat Ave. to right on West 5th Street to home on left-hand side. Backyard with southwest exposure!
  • Year Built: 1971
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,708 SqFt
  • Municipality: Ship Bottom Boro
  • Lot Size: 0.14 Acres
  • MLS Number: NJOC2035308
  • MLS Name: BRIGHT
  • Office Name: RE/MAX at Barnegat Bay - Ship Bottom
  • Office Phone: (609) 492-1145
  • Office Email: shipbottom@rbbre.com
  • Listing Agent: Mary Ann OShea
  • Agent Phone: (609) 713-4164
  • Agent Email: listwithmaryann@lbihomevalues.com

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$458,000$5,012
2022$458,000$3,681
2021$438,500$4,054
2020$438,500$4,634
2019$438,500$4,648

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

7

Long Beach Island Grade School

Public District 3-6

0.7 mi

201 20th St

5

Eagleswood Elementary School

Public District PK-6

6.1 mi

511 Main St

3

Beach Haven School

Public District PK-6

6.7 mi

8th Street & Beach Avenue

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $48,171. The majority of Ship Bottom, NJ residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

34%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
8%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

49%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
33%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
24%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Figure SkatingFigure Skating

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Stein MartStein Mart
  • BJs Wholesale ClubBJs Wholesale Club
  • KmartKmart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bob EvansBob Evans
  • PaneraPanera
  • Cracker BarrelCracker Barrel

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LincolnLincoln
  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • News/Talk/InformationNews/Talk/Information
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 216 W 5th St

The listing price of 216 W 5th St property is $1,200,000.

The property 216 W 5th St is a house located in Ship Bottom, New Jersey, 08008.

Active Listing: 216 W 5th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 216 W 5th St are: Long Beach Island Grade School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Eagleswood Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Beach Haven School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Southern Regional Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Russell O. Brackman Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Lacey Township Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Southern Regional High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Barnegat High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $5,012 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 216 W 5th St has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 216 W 5th St is 1,708 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 216 W 5th St is 1971.

This home is located at 216 W 5th St in Ship Bottom, NJ and zip code 08008. This 1,708 square foot home, which was built in 1971, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,200,000.

The inventory of homes for sale in Ship Bottom, NJ between May and June 2025 increased by 11.1%. In June 2025 median list price was $1,214,500 and the average listing age was 72 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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