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A sailboat on Barnegat Bay off Barnegat Township, with Barnegat Lighthouse in the distance

Ocean County · ZIP 08005

Barnegat, NJ Homes for Sale & Real Estate

Bay access, a historic district, and neighborhoods on both sides of the Parkway.

Living in Barnegat

Barnegat Township reaches from Barnegat Bay to newer neighborhoods west of the Garden State Parkway. Along the bay, you’ll find a public dock and boardwalk, boat launching, and a bay beach, and the township’s historic district has parks, antique and gift shops, restaurants, and museums. Part of Ocean Acres is in Barnegat; the rest is in neighboring Stafford Township.

  • Barnegat Bay waterfront with a public dock, boat launch, and bay beach
  • Part of Ocean Acres, west of the Parkway
  • Barnegat Township School District, including Barnegat High School
  • Separate from Barnegat Light on Long Beach Island

The Barnegat market

Barnegat has neighborhoods along the Route 9 corridor, newer homes west of the Parkway, including part of Ocean Acres, and several active-adult communities. Location relative to the bay and the Parkway affects commute, lot size, and flood considerations, and I’ll walk you through those trade-offs.

Homes for sale in Barnegat

Looking for homes in Barnegat, NJ?

Tell me your must-haves and price range, and I’ll send you homes for sale that match, including new listings as they come up.

Neighborhoods and home styles

Route 9 Corridor

Neighborhoods on the township’s east side.

Ocean Acres

Newer homes west of the Parkway, shared with Stafford Township.

55+ Communities

Active-adult communities such as Four Seasons at Mirage and Heritage Point.

For Buyers

Buying in Barnegat

  • Compare homes east and west of the Parkway; commute, flood zone, and lot size often differ.
  • In 55+ communities, review HOA fees, rules, and age requirements early.
  • Ask for an elevation certificate on any home near the bay.
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For Sellers

Selling in Barnegat

  • Price against recent sales in your own section of the township.
  • Highlight updates and outdoor space in your listing.
  • Have HOA documents ready if your home is in a planned or 55+ community.
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Barnegat real estate questions

Is Barnegat the same as Barnegat Light?

No. Barnegat is a mainland township on Route 9. Barnegat Light is a separate borough at the northern tip of Long Beach Island, home to the Barnegat Lighthouse.

Which schools serve Barnegat?

The Barnegat Township School District serves the township from elementary grades through Barnegat High School. The NJ Department of Education publishes School Performance Reports for each school.

Contact

Questions about Barnegat?

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(732) 773-3075
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26 Main St., Suite R, Toms River, NJ 08753

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