543 Lakeside Ave

Hopatcong, NJ 07821

$389,000
Price
3
Beds
1,350 Sq. Ft.
$288 / Sq. Ft.
1,350
Sq. Ft.
$288
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Gorgeous, show-stopping lake home with a cozy, inviting feel and potential for long- or short-term rental, vacation, or Airbnb use. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch is nestled on a spacious, tree-lined lot near the shores of Lake Hopatcong, NJ's largest lake with 39 miles of shoreline. Vaulted tongue-and-groove wood ceilings create a warm, lodge-like atmosphere, while the living room features natural log accents and a stone-surround wood-burning stove. The bright kitchen boasts soaring ceilings, skylights,...Gorgeous, show-stopping lake home with a cozy, inviting feel and potential for long- or short-term rental, vacation, or Airbnb use. This 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch is nestled on a spacious, tree-lined lot near the shores of Lake Hopatcong, NJ's largest lake with 39 miles of shoreline. Vaulted tongue-and-groove wood ceilings create a warm, lodge-like atmosphere, while the living room features natural log accents and a stone-surround wood-burning stove. The bright kitchen boasts soaring ceilings, skylights, and a butcher block island, with a dining area that opens to the backyard through sliding doors. The sun-filled primary bedroom includes vaulted ceilings, skylights, large windows, and a loft for storage, and the bath offers tile, a walk-in shower, and a relaxing sunken tub. Outside, enjoy a wrap-around porch, lush gardens in the backyard, and an amenity-filled outdoor space featuring a brick BBQ grill and a custom walkway leading to a firepit area. A small waterfall is visible from the backyard when it rains on the slope further away from the property. Additional features include a flagstone patio with outdoor fireplace, private wooded seating area, expansive yard, storage shed, and one-car garage. Served by a private well with water naturally filtered through the quarry, offering refreshing, high-quality drinking water. Just minutes from lake access, boating, and dining, this rare Lake Hopatcong retreat combines charm, comfort, and versatility.
  1. Listed by JAIRO MONTENEGRO • REALTY ONE GROUP LIFESTYLE HOMES

Property Details for 543 Lakeside Avenue

Style
Ranch, Lakestyle
Directions
From i80 W take Exit 34B to NJ rt 15 N, exit to NJ rt 181 N. L on Prospect Point Road, R on Northwood Road, cont. onto Lakeside Avenue home on R.
Days On Market
77
Primary Style
Ranch
LISTING UPDATED: 05/07/2026 12:50 PM

Property Details for 543 Lakeside Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #4010878
Days on Market81
Taxes$5,669 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family
Year Built1976
Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,276 SF
CountySussex County
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Building Information for 543 Lakeside Avenue

Stories-Year Built1976Building Size-Lot Size0.19 AC / 8,276 SF

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$2,431 per month

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$1,959

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 543 Lakeside Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Address Included: Y
  • Active Days on Market: 45
  • County #: Sussex
  • Town Name: Hopatcong Boro
  • Community Living: No
  • Block Identifier: 50502
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right to Sell
  • Town #: 2812.0
  • Street # Display: 543.0
  • # Parking Spaces: 3
  • County Or Parish: Sussex
  • Street Name: Lakeside Ave
  • Zip Code: 07821-5807
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Assess Total Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Land Tax: *
  • Assess Amt Bldg Tax: *
  • Block ID Tax: *
  • Acres Tax: *
  • County Code Tax: *
  • County Tax: *
  • Tax Amount: $5,669
  • Street name Tax: *
  • Zip Code Tax: *
  • Street # Tax: *
  • City Code Tax: *
  • City Tax: *
  • Tax Amount Tax: *
  • Assessment Total: 271900.0
  • Tax ID For Property: 2812-50502-0000-00001-0000-
  • Tax Id Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Amount: $2
  • Tax Rate Tax: *
  • Tax Rate Year: 2025
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Year Tax: *
  • Lot ID Tax: *
  • Lot Size Tax: *
Parking
  • Parking/Driveway Description: 2 Car Width, Additional Parking, Blacktop, Driveway-Exclusive
  • # Garage Spaces: 1
  • Garage Description: Built-In Garage
Property
Lot Information
  • Appliances: Carbon Monoxide Detector, Range/Oven-Gas, Refrigerator
  • Approx Sq Ft: 1350.0
  • Lot Description: Backs to Park Land, Lake/Water View, Wooded Lot
  • Lot Identifier: 1
  • Approximate Lot Size: 92X75 IRR
  • Total Acres: 0.19
  • Construction Date/Year Built: 1976
  • Construction Date/Year Built Des: Approximate
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment Bldg: 160300.0
  • Assessment Land: 111600.0
Utilities
  • Cooling: Wall A/C Unit(s)
  • Utilities: Electric
  • Water: Well
  • Water Heater: Electric
  • Heating: Forced Hot Air
  • Fuel Type: OilAbIn
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Amenities: Boats - Gas Powered Allowed
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Exterior Description: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Open Porch(es), Patio, Storage Shed
Interior Features
  • Flooring: Carpeting, Tile, Wood
  • Roof Description: Asphalt Shingle
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • # Baths: 1.0
  • # Full Baths: 1
  • # Half Baths: 0
  • Bedroom 1 Level: First
  • Bedroom 2 Level: First
  • Bedroom 3 Level: First
  • Bedroom 4 Level: Basement
  • # Bedrooms: 3
  • Easement Desc: Right Side
  • Easement: Yes
  • Fireplace Desc: Family Room
  • # Fireplaces: 1
  • Kitchen Area: Center Island, Eat-In Kitchen
  • Kitchen Level: First
  • Basement Level Rooms: GarEnter,Laundry
  • Dining Room Level: First
  • Family Room Level: First
  • Living Room Level: First
  • Level 1 Rooms: 3 Bedrooms, Bath Main, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Porch
  • # Rooms: 7

Property History for 543 Lakeside Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4010878

$389,000—
Nov 15, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3975332

—
Sep 29, 2025

Price Change

GSMLS #3975332

$399,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/19/2026

Listed (Active)

GSMLS #4010878

$389,000
11/15/2025

Temporarily Off Market

GSMLS #3975332

—
09/29/2025

Price Change

GSMLS #3975332

$399,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 543 Lakeside Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$111,600Additions$160,300Total$271,900
Tax Record2024$5,669 ($472 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,341 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,341 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,900 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountySUSSEXAPN12 50502-0000-00001

Schools near 543 Lakeside Avenue

This home is within Hopatcong Borough School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Durban Avenue Elementary School
Public - PK to 1
Tulsa Trail Elementary School
Public - 2 to 3
Hopatcong Middle School
Public - 4 to 7
Hopatcong High School
Public - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Durban Avenue Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

Tulsa Trail Elementary School
Public2 to 3

Hopatcong Middle School
Public4 to 7

Hopatcong High School
Public8 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 543 Lakeside Avenue, Hopatcong, NJ 07821

543 Lakeside Avenue is a single family home for sale in Hopatcong, NJ 07821. This property was listed for sale on February 19, 2026 by REALTY ONE GROUP LIFESTYLE HOMES, it's currently listed at $389,000. It has been on the market for a total of 81 days and was last sold on June 23, 2004. This listing's school district is Hopatcong Borough School District. Nearby schools include Durban Avenue Elementary School, Tulsa Trail Elementary School and Hopatcong Middle School. 543 Lakeside Avenue is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,350 sqft single family home built in 1976.

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