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FORMER MOTEL DIRECTLY ACROSS THE STREET FROM ICONIC LAKE HOPATCONG WITH UNOBSTRUCTED LAKE VIEWS; ZONED C1 NEIGHBORHOOD BUSINESS ZONE, C2 HIGHWAY BUSINESS ZONE: (AS PER JEFFERSON TWP CODE BOOK: RESTAURANT/NIGHT CLUB/RETAIL/HOTEL/MOTEL/SHORT-TERM RENTAL/MARINA/SERVICE GARAGE/CANNABIS RETAIL, SEE DOCUMENTS FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION & OPPORTUNITIES) Rare opportunity to own a highly visible Morris County property in one of New Jersey's premier recreational destinations. Positioned across the street from public marinas, waterfront restaurants, wedding venue, this location benefits from the energy and attraction of the vibrant year-round lake community that continues to draw visitors, boaters, vacationers, and full-time residents alike. Located less than 50 miles from NYC and approximately 45 minutes to Mountain Creek Resort and the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, the property is ideally situated near some of the region's top recreation, tourism, dining, and entertainment destinations. Lake Hopatcong, spanning over 2,600 acres, remains one of the most recognized and active lake communities in the state, creating strong long-term potential for well-positioned properties in the area. A unique opportunity in a prime lake-view setting with exceptional visibility, accessibility, and future possibilities. Currently 9 buildings/24 units. Vacant, NO ACCESS, STRICTLY SOLD AS-IS, WHERE-IS. Buyer to do Due Diligence regarding usage/zoning.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 148 St Rt 181
General
- Price: $2,100,000
- Taxes: $26,252 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Retail
- Source: Garden_State
- MLS ID: 4029033
- Updated: 5/20/2026
- Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago
Business
- Includes: Building & Land
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 6
- Restrooms: 6
Additional Information
- Equipment: See Remarks
Parking
- Parking: Common, Crushed Stone
Location
- County: Morris
- Subdivision: Lk Hopatcong Prospect Point
- Driving Directions: Rt 80 to Exit 34B Rt 15 N to Rt 181 N exit toward Lake Forest/Woodport to #148
- Location Details: Highway Location, See Remarks
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: See Remarks
- Heating Type: See Remarks
- Heating Fuel: See Remarks
Utilities
- Sewer: See Remarks, Septic
- Water: Well
- Utility Description: Electric, Gas In Street, Gas-Propane
Structural Information
- Construction: See Remarks, Wood
- Exterior Const.: See Remarks, Wood
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Bilco-Style Door, Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingles, See Remarks
- Stories in Building: 1
- Square Feet: 99,999
- Aprox. Leasable: 99,999 Sq. Ft.
- Previous Bldg. Use: Hotel/Motel, Short Term Rental
- Office: 99,999 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1945
- Remodeled/Updated: 9999
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.1
- Lot Size: 1.104 AC
- Zoning: C-2, C-1
- Lot Description: Lake/Water View, Open Lot
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $999
- Assessment Amount: $874,500
- Land Assmt: $442,800
- Tax Amount: $26,252
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Documents Avail.: No Documents Available
- APN: 2314-00320-0001-00003-0000-
- Block: 320.01
- Lot Number: 3
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Schools
Schools serving 148 St Rt 181
School District:Jefferson Township School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Arthur Stanlick Elementary School 121 B Shawnee Trail, Jefferson, NJ 07885 | 3-5 | 1.4 mi |
Ellen T. Briggs Elementary School 1 Jefferson Drive, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849 | K-2 | 2.2 mi |
Milton Elementary School 52 Schoolhouse Road, Jefferson, NJ 07438 | K- | 5.2 mi |
Jefferson Twp Middle School 1000 Weldon Road, Jefferson, NJ 07438 | 6-8 | 3.6 mi |
Jefferson Twp High School 1010 Weldon Rd Rd2, Jefferson, NJ 07438 | 9-12 | 3.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 148 St Rt 181
Date
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Source
5/20/2026
Listed
$2,100,000
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148 St Rt 181, Jefferson Township, NJ 07849 (MLS# 4029033) is a Retail property. 148 St Rt 181 is currently listed for $2,100,000 and was received on May 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 148 St Rt 181? Do you have questions about finding other Retail real estate for sale in Jefferson Township? You can browse all Jefferson Township real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

