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7/07/2026
Listed
$400,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Nestled on nearly 2 wooded acres along the picturesque Wading River, this spacious 6-bedroom, 2-bath home offers approximately 2,600 square feet of living space and an incredible opportunity to create something truly special. Surrounded by mature trees and natural beauty, the property offers a peaceful setting while remaining within easy reach of shopping, dining, and major roadways. Inside, you'll find generous living spaces and a flexible floor plan with six bedrooms, providing plenty of room for a growing household, multi-generational living, home offices, or guest accommodations. Large windows bring in natural light and frame views of the surrounding landscape. The expansive lot offers endless possibilities for outdoor enjoyment, gardening, recreation, or future enhancements. The scenic Wading River adds to the property's charm and creates a beautiful backdrop throughout the seasons. This home is ready for its next chapter and will require updating and repairs throughout. Buyers should expect to invest time and effort into renovations, but the reward is the opportunity to transform this spacious home into a stunning riverside retreat tailored to their own style and needs. With its generous square footage, desirable setting, and hard-to-find acreage, the possibilities are well worth the vision. Whether you're looking to restore a family home, create a weekend getaway, or invest in a property with significant upside, this home offers the chance to build equity while making it your own. A rare chance to own a home with acreage in a beautiful riverside setting. The property is being sold strictly as-is. Sale is contingent upon the seller securing firm relocation. **PHOTOS HAVE BEEN DIGITALLY ENHANCED**
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1856 Hammonton Rd Route 542
General
- Price: $400,000
- Taxes: $3,402 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: BrightMLSPhilly
- MLS ID: NJBL2115786
- Updated: 7/7/2026
- Added to Site: 7 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Carpet, Stove - Wood, Wood Floors
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Stove
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Upper Floor Baths: 1
- Upper - Full Baths: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
- Main - Full Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
- Bedrooms Upper: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Parking
- Parking Type: Driveway
Location
- Area: Bass River Twp (20301)
- Municipality: BASS RIVER TWP
- County: BURLINGTON
- Subdivision: NEW GRETNA
- Driving Directions: From Leaktown Rd (RT 653), take Hammon Rd (RT 542) East 4.4 miles; the house is on the right. Do NOT take RT 542 west from Route 9; the bridge is out (under repair).
School Information
- School District: Bass River Township Public Schools
Community
- Pets Allowed: Yes
- Pets: Dogs OK, Cats OK
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central A/C
- Cooling Fuel: Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air
- Heating Fuel: Propane - Owned
- Water Heater: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Exists
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Structure Type: Detached
- Construction: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partial
- Foundation: Block
- Stories Description: Main, Upper 1
- Square Feet: 2,600
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Living Area: 2,600 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,600 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1964
- Year Built Source: Assessor
Lot Features
- Property View: Trees/Woods, Water
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.95
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 84,942
- Lot Size Source: Assessor
- Zoning: RESIDENTIAL
Water Features
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Type: River
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $153.85
- Assessment Year: 2023
- City/TownTax Freq: Annually
- County Tax Freq: Annually
- Tax w/Assessment: $155,100
- Tax Amount: $3,402
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Inclusions: Stove
- Lot Number: 00003 A
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Schools
Schools serving 1856 Hammonton Rd Route 542
School Districts:Bass River Township School District, Pinelands Regional School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Bass River Twp Elementary School 11 North Maple Avenue, Bass River, NJ 08224 | PK-6 | 2 mi |
Pinelands Reg Jr High School 590 Nugentown Road, Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08087 | 7-9 | 6.7 mi |
Pinelands Reg High School 565 Nugentown Road, Little Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08087 | 10-12 | 6.7 mi |
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1856 Hammonton Rd Route 542, Egg Harbor City, NJ 08215 (MLS# NJBL2115786) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1856 Hammonton Rd Route 542 is currently listed for $400,000 and was received on July 07, 2026. Want to learn more about 1856 Hammonton Rd Route 542? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Egg Harbor City? You can browse all Egg Harbor City real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.