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$1,250,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 3,155 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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This once-in-a-lifetime 5 acre Estate has been constructed and owned by the same family for 40 years. It is surrounded by thousands of serene N.J. Preservation Trust acres. Sit on one of the many decks and observe Bald Eagles, Red Tail Hawks, deer and hundreds of bird species. Take a short walk along The Wading River and watch otters play, hawks fish, and muskrats and mink build homes. The recently remodeled 4,000 sq.ft. 5 bedroom, 3 bath main residence features a modern chef's kitchen, large dining room, media room, sun-room, spacious family room/den with Massive Jersey Stone fireplace, basement with wood stove, metal roof, hardy plank siding, Geo-thermal heat and air with radiant floor heat, 400 amp electrical service (with 30kw Kohler generator backup), Anderson windows, outside shower, large deck with electric awning. 1.5 acres are landscaped and irrigated. High ground, Sandy storm did not affect this home. The 3,600 sq.ft. Boat house includes a fully finished office with internet and TV, main cave with wood burning stove, garage, inside dry boat storage, tractor shed, bathroom with dual shower, Anderson windows and a large 2nd story deck facing the Wading River. Inside and outside staircases and a woodshed finish off the amenity list. A separate septic system services this building. All utilities are underground. There is a fresh water artesian pond on the property. The custom kitchen includes a DACOR 6 burner gas stove, Sub-Zero refrigerator, (2) Fisher&Paykel drawer dishwashers, custom cabinetry and much more. The rear trex deck is 20x50 +/- and has a large automatic awning. The square footage inputted in MLS represents both the home and boat house.,Apartment Above Garage

Full Property Details for 1868 Route 542

General

  • Sold For: $1,250,000
  • Taxes: $8,968 (2024)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Monmouth
  • MLS ID: 22510313
  • Added to Site: 329 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 17
  • Interior Features: Atrium, Balcony, In-Law Floorplan
  • Flooring: Cement

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

  • Foyer/Entry: Marble Flooring
  • Living Room: Wood Floor
  • Family Room: Built-Ins, Wood-Burning Fireplace, Wood Floor
  • Kitchen: Center Island, Eat-In, Wood Floor, Granite/Stone Counter
  • Dining Room: Marble Flooring, Sliding Door

Additional Information

  • Security/Safety: Security System

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Underground Sprinkler System, Balcony, Outdoor Shower, Thermal Window, Lighting

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Heated Garage, Circular Driveway, Paver Block, Off-Street, Oversized
  • Garage Description: Apartment Above Garage, Detached, Heated, Oversized

Location

  • Area: Bass River (BAS)
  • Municipality: Bass River (BAS)
  • County: Burlington

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Multi Units
  • Heating Type: Propane, Radiant, Geothermal

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
  • Water/Sewer: Septic System, Well
  • Well: Yes

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Custom, Detached, Contemporary
  • Exterior Const.: Other
  • Basement: Yes
  • Roof: Other
  • Square Feet: 3,155
  • Living Area: 3,155 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1974

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Shed, Outbuilding, Barn(s)

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 4.61
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 200,811.6
  • Lot Features: Wetlands, Riverview, Wooded
  • Zoning: Residential, Single Family

Water Features

  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Front Type: Riverview

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $475.44
  • Assessment Amount: $410,600
  • Tax Amount: $8,968
  • Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

  • Exclusions: Ask about yard equipment
  • Inclusions: Outdoor Lighting, Air Conditioning Units, Washer, Wood Stove, Window Treatments, Water Softener, Blinds/Shades, Ceiling Fan(s), Countertop Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooking, Light Fixtures, Microwave, Security System, Stove, Refrigerator, Awnings, Gas Cooking, Generator
  • Property ID: 01-00059-0000-00003-01
  • Section: Wading River

Listed by Coldwell Banker Riviera Realty, Harry R Disbrow
Sold by United Real Estate Associates, Paul Quinn

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— 1868 Route 542 —

  • Harry R Disbrow

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Schools serving 1868 Route 542

School Districts:Bass River Township School District, Pinelands Regional School District
NameGradesDistance
Bass River Twp Elementary School
11 North Maple Avenue, Bass River, NJ 08224
PK-62 mi
Pinelands Reg Jr High School
590 Nugentown Road, Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08087
7-96.7 mi
Pinelands Reg High School
565 Nugentown Road, Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08087
10-126.7 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1868 Route 542

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/15/2026
Sold
$1,250,000
-16.67%
MLS
9/06/2025
Price Increased
$1,500,000
20%
MLS
4/10/2025
Listed
$1,250,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Coldwell Banker Riviera Realty, Harry R Disbrow
Sold by United Real Estate Associates, Paul Quinn

1868 Route 542, Bass River, NJ 08224 (MLS# 22510313) is a Single Family property that was sold at $1,250,000 on January 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 1868 Route 542? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bass River? You can browse all Bass River real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.