#22507310, Patricia H Niebling, Listing Office: Diane Turton, Realtors-Bay Head
608 Lake Ave Bay Head, NJ 08742
Property details
About 608 Lake Ave
.**Rare Offering - Welcome to the ''Boat Barn.''** This exceptional waterfront residence, complete with dock, overlooks Barnegat Bay and Scow Ditch, The property offers stunning westerly views and breathtaking evening sunsets. Ideally situated, the home is within walking distance to the beach, Bay Head Yacht Club, shops, the train, parks, and restaurants. Designed by award-winning owner/architect/builder Michael Brandes of Brandes Maselli Architects, the Boat Barn was fully raised to meet FEMA requirements and completed in 2018. This classic shingle-style residence features a copper roof, hand-blown glass lighting rods, a cupola, mahogany barn-style shutters, Dutch doors. The home boasts three finished living levels, plus a partially finished ground level with a garage. A must-see glass floor on the third level allows natural light to flow throughout the house. The open floor plan offers an ideal layout for both everyday living and entertaining.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 5
- Appliances: Washer, Oven, Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Double Oven, Microwave, Stove, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Garage Door Opener, Gas Range
- Basement: No
- Flooring Type: Wood
- Interior: Balcony, Built-in Features, Dec Molding, Spiral Stairs, Wet Bar
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Direct Access, Driveway, On Street
- Waterfront: Bay Front, Riparian Rights
- View: Bay
- Exterior: Balcony, Deck, Dock, Outdoor Shower, Thermal Window
- Architectural Style: Custom
- Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant, Heat Pump, Zoned
- Cooling: Heat Pump, Zoned
- List Price: $6,250,000
- Price/SqFt: $1,612
- Annual Tax Amount: $19,227
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Built: 2018
- Living Area: 3,877 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
- MLS Number: 22509892
- MLS Name: MOREMLS (Monmouth Ocean Regional REALTORS®)
- Office Name: M. Van Sciver REALTORS
- Listing Agent: Michael Van Sciver
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Dec 15, 2016 | Home Sold | $965,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $1,980,200 | $19,227 |
2022 | $1,980,200 | $17,555 |
2021 | $1,980,200 | $16,798 |
2020 | $1,980,200 | $17,346 |
2019 | $1,980,200 | $6,286 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
6
Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.9 mi
•Riviera Parkway
5
Ocean Road Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.4 mi
•Benedict Street
5
Midstreams Elementary School
Public District KG-5
2.9 mi
•500 Midstreams Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $101,220. The most common annual income of people living in Bay Head, NJ is between $35k-100k. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 608 Lake Ave
The listing price of 608 Lake Ave property is $6,250,000.
The property 608 Lake Ave is a house located in Bay Head, New Jersey, 08742.
Active Listing: 608 Lake Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 608 Lake Ave are: Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Ocean Road Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Midstreams Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bay Head Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Memorial Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), G. Harold Antrim Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Point Pleasant Borough High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Point Pleasant Beach High School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Manasquan High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $19,227 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 15, 2016 for $965,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 608 Lake Ave has 5 bedrooms and 5 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 608 Lake Ave is 3,877 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 608 Lake Ave is 2018.
This home is located at 608 Lake Ave in Bay Head, NJ and zip code 08742. This 3,877 square foot home, which was built in 2018, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $6,250,000.
Bay Head, NJ housing market in April 2025 saw over 0 listings sold above listed price, more than 0 sold at listed price and over 2 sold below. The number of listings in Bay Head, NJ increased by 25% between March and April 2025. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $1,735,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 23 days.