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  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,877 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 3 days ago
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**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.

Full Property Details for 608 Lake Ave

General

  • Price: $5,900,000
  • Taxes: $21,881 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: Monmouth
  • MLS ID: 22602830
  • Updated: 2/1/2026
  • Added to Site: 3 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 10
  • Interior Features: Balcony, Built-in Features, Decorative Molding, Spiral Stairs, Wet Bar
  • Flooring: Wood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Other Rooms

  • Foyer/Entry: Gas Fireplace, Wood Floor
  • Living Room: Beamed Ceilings, Gas Fireplace, Wood Floor, French Doors
  • Family Room: Dec Molding, Gas Fireplace, Wood Floor
  • Kitchen: Center Island, Dec Molding, Wood Floor, Granite/Stone Counter
  • Dining Room: Gas Fireplace, French Doors

Additional Information

  • Allowable: Boats

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Dock, Outdoor Shower, Thermal Window

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Direct Access, Driveway, On-Street
  • Garage Description: Attached, Direct Entry, Other (See Remarks)

Location

  • Area: Bay Head (BAY)
  • Municipality: Bay Head (BAY)
  • County: Ocean
  • Subdivision: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Air Conditioning: Yes
  • Cooling Type: Heat Pump, 4 Zone AC
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Radiant, Heat Pump, 5 Zone

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public
  • Water/Sewer: Public Sewer, Public Water

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Custom
  • Exterior Const.: Shingle Siding, Cedar
  • Roof: Other
  • Windows: Insulated Windows
  • Square Feet: 3,877
  • Living Area: 3,877 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 2018

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.11
  • Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 4,791.6
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 98
  • Lot Features: Bayfront
  • Zoning: Residential, Single Family

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Front Type: Bayfront, Riparian Rights

Financial Considerations

  • Price Per Sq. Ft.: $1,521.8
  • Assessment Amount: $1,980,200
  • Tax Amount: $21,881
  • Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

  • Inclusions: Air Conditioning Units, Washer, Wall Oven, Window Treatments, Blinds/Shades, Ceiling Fan(s), Countertop Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Double Oven, Microwave, Stove, Stove Hood, Refrigerator, Screens, Freezer, Fireplace Equipment, Garage Door Opener, Gas Cooking
  • Property ID: 03-00055-0000-00012
  • Section: Bay Head

Listed by M. Van Sciver REALTORS, Michael Van Sciver

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  • Michael Van Sciver

    M. Van Sciver REALTORS

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Schools serving 608 Lake Ave

School District:Bay Head Borough School District
NameGradesDistance
Bay Head Elementary School
145 Grove Street, Bay Head, NJ 08742
PK-80.3 mi
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Price & Sales History for 608 Lake Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/01/2026
Listed
$5,900,000
511.4%
MLS
11/17/2016
Sold
$965,000
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Tax History for 608 Lake Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$20,000
12%
$1,980,200
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2022
$17,822
2%
$1,980,200
—
2022
$17,555
5%
$1,980,200
—
2021
$16,798
-3%
$1,980,200
—
2020
$17,347
3%
$1,980,200
—
2019
$16,792
167%
$1,980,200
165%
2018
$6,286
3%
$747,500
—
2017
$6,085
-1%
$747,500
—
2016
$6,167
-1%
$747,500
—
2015
$6,227
6%
$747,500
—
2013
$5,892
—
$747,500
-1%
2013
$5,892
—
$753,500
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Listed by M. Van Sciver REALTORS, Michael Van Sciver

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608 Lake Avenue, Bay Head, NJ 08742 (MLS# 22602830) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 5 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 608 Lake Avenue is currently listed for $5,900,000 and was received on February 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 608 Lake Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bay Head? You can browse all Bay Head real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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