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$674,900 -$24,100 (-3.45%) Price Reduced

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Real Estate Only - Investment opportunity.. This classic building is a cherished piece of Barnegat history. Well established, successful business currently operating with favorable long term lease in place. Nestled in a high traffic area of Downtown Barnegat with close proximity to the public docks and bay beach. Town approvals in place to expand into the rear yard allowing for a covered gazebo providing additional seating and entertaining space.

Full Property Details for 688 E Bay Ave

General

  • Price: $674,900
  • Taxes: $10,189 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Retail
  • Source: Monmouth
  • MLS ID: 22615589
  • Updated: 7/20/2026
  • Added to Site: 55 day(s) ago

Business

  • Business Type: Restaurant, Ice Cream Shop

Interior

  • Interior Features: Refrigeration
  • Flooring: Vinyl, Tile, Wood

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Security System

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Lighting

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 20
  • Parking Features: Off-Street, Parking Lot, Paver Block

Location

  • Area: Barnegat (BAR)
  • Municipality: Barnegat (BAR)
  • County: Ocean
  • Subdivision: Barnegat
  • Location Details: Historic District

Heating & Cooling

  • Central air: Yes
  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

  • Gas: On Site
  • Dist. to Gas: On Site
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Exterior Const.: Concrete
  • Roof: Shingle, A-Frame
  • Square Feet: 2,816
  • Current Bldg. Use: Ice Cream Shop, Restaurant
  • Minimum Avail: 2,816 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1920

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.22
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 9,583.2
  • Lot Dimensions: 43.6 x 223
  • Lot Features: Level, Sidewalks
  • Zoning: Commercial

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $239.67
  • Assessment Amount: $330,500
  • Tax Amount: $10,189
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Documents Avail.: Lease
  • Exclusions: personal items and building contents, equipment, fixtures, mechanicals.
  • Inclusions: Signs, Equipment/Furniture, Business Name, Inventory
  • Property ID: 01-00250-0000-00024
  • Section: Barnegat Twp

Listed by Weichert Realtors-Ship Bottom, Paul Metzger

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  • Paul Metzger

    Weichert Realtors-Ship Bottom

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Schools serving 688 E Bay Ave

School District:Barnegat Township School District
NameGradesDistance
Cecil S Collins Elementary School
570 Barnegat Blvd North, Barnegat Township, NJ 08005
K-21 mi
Joseph T Donahue Elementary School
200 Bengal Blvd, Barnegat Township, NJ 08005
3-41.7 mi
Russell O Brackman Middle School
600 Barnegat Blvd North, Barnegat Township, NJ 08005
7-80.8 mi
Barnegat High School
180 Bengal Blvd, Barnegat Township, NJ 08005
9-121.5 mi
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Price & Sales History for 688 E Bay Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/20/2026
Price Reduced
$674,900
-3.45%
MLS
5/26/2026
Listed
$699,000
39.8%
MLS
3/01/2023
Sold
$500,000
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Tax History for 688 E Bay Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,189
9%
$330,500
—
2022
$9,310
—
$330,500
—
2021
$9,267
3%
$330,500
—
2018
$9,019
2%
$330,500
—
2017
$8,871
2%
$330,500
—
2016
$8,689
3%
$330,500
—
2015
$8,415
-7%
$330,500
—
2019
$9,089
14%
$330,500
—
2013
$7,988
—
$330,500
—
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688 E Bay Avenue, Barnegat, NJ 08005 (MLS# 22615589) is a Retail property. 688 E Bay Avenue is currently listed for $674,900 and was received on May 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 688 E Bay Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Retail real estate for sale in Barnegat? You can browse all Barnegat real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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