3,877 Sq. Ft.
$1,522 / Sq. Ft.
3,877
Sq. Ft.
$1,522
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Michael Van Sciver • M. Van Sciver REALTORS

Property Details for 608 Lake Avenue

Complex/Subdivision
None
Zoning
Residential, Single Family
New Construction
No
Style
Custom
Waterview
Yes
Directions
Bridge Ave. to south on Lake.
LISTING UPDATED: 02/01/2026 10:18 AM

Property Details for 608 Lake Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #22602830
Days on Market2
Taxes$21,881 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built2018
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
CountyOcean County

Location

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Building Information for 608 Lake Avenue

Stories3Year Built2018Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

Payment Calculator

$30,579 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$28,756

Property Taxes

$1,823

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 608 Lake Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/Section: Bay Head
  • Postal City: Bay Head
  • State: NJ
  • Municipality: Bay Head (BAY)
  • Elementary School: Bay Head
  • High School: Point Pleasant Beach
  • Block: 55
  • Apx Year Built: 2018.0
Parking
  • Garage: Attached, Other - See Remarks, Direct Access
  • Parking: Driveway, On Street
  • # Car Garage: 2.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA: No
  • Tax ID#: 03-00055-0000-00012
  • Taxes: $21,881.00
  • Tax Year: 2025
Property
Lot Information
  • Apx SqFt: 3877.0
  • Acreage: 0.11
  • Lot: 12
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 98
  • Lot Description: Bayfront
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment - Total: 1980200.0
  • Assessment - Improvements: 1232700.0
  • Assessment Status: Assessed
  • Asmnt - Land: 747500.0
  • Possession: At Closing
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Utilities
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas, Tankless
  • Water Type: Bayfront, Riparian Rights
  • Water/Sewer: Public Sewer, Public Water
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Roof: Other
  • Exterior: Deck, Porch - Covered, Balcony, Dock, Thermal Window, Porch - Open, Outdoor Shower
Interior Features
  • Interior: Balcony, Wet Bar, Spiral Stairs, French Doors, Dec Molding, Built-in Features
  • # Levels: 3
  • Basement: None
  • Bathroom Level: Second, Fourth, Third
  • Bedroom Level: Third, Fourth
  • Dining Room: Fireplace - Gas, French Doors
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • Energy Features: Insulated Windows
  • Foyer: Floor - Wood, Fireplace - Gas
  • Garage Level: First
  • Great/Family Room: Floor - Wood, Dec Molding, Ceilings - Beamed, Fireplace - Gas
  • Kitchen: Floor - Wood, Dec Molding, Granite/Stone Counter, Pantry, Center Island
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • Laundry Level: Third
  • Living Room: Ceilings - Beamed, French Doors, Fireplace - Gas, Floor - Wood
  • Living Room Level: Second
  • Included: AC Units, Blinds/Shades, Window Treatments, Washer, Wall Oven, Stove Hood, Stove, Screens, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Cooking, Garage Door Opener, Freezer, Fireplace Equipment, Dryer, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Counter Top Range, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Floors: Wood
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Baths: 5.1
  • Full Baths: 5.0
  • Half Baths: 1.0
  • Siding: Cedar, Shingle Siding
  • Rooms: Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Garage, Dining Room, Bedroom, Primary Bathroom
Multi Family
Room1
  • Room Description: Garage
  • Level1: 1
  • Remarks1: 2 CAR
Room2
  • Room Description: Living Room
  • Level2: 2
Room3
  • Room Description: Dining Room
  • Level3: 2
Room4
  • Room Description: Kitchen
  • Level4: 2
Room5
  • Room Description: Bathroom
  • Level5: 2
Room6
  • Room Description: Primary Bedroom
  • Level6: 3
Room7
  • Room Description: Primary Bathroom
  • Level7: 3
Room8
  • Room Description: Bedroom
  • Level8: 3
Room9
  • Room Description: Bathroom
  • Level9: 3
Room10
  • Room Description: Bedroom
  • Level10: 3
Room11
  • Room Description: Bathroom
  • Level11: 3
Room12
  • Room Description: Bedroom
  • Level12: 4
Room13
  • Room Description: Laundry
  • Level13: 3
Room14
  • Room Description: Bedroom
  • Level14: 4
Room15
  • Room Description: Bathroom
  • Level15: 4

Property History for 608 Lake Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 1, 2026

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #22602830

$5,900,000
Apr 14, 2025

Temp Off Market

MOMLS #22509892

Apr 7, 2025

Price Change

MOMLS #22509892

$6,250,000
Apr 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #22509892

$5,950,000
Sep 4, 2024

Temp Off Market

MOMLS #22424928

Aug 28, 2024

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #22424928

$6,700,000
Nov 21, 2016

Closed

MOMLS #21515877

$965,000
Nov 17, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #584628251

$965,000
Apr 28, 2015

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #21515877

$995,000
Jan 31, 1995

Closed

MOMLS #2188224

$238,500
Jun 17, 1994

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #2188224

$280,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/01/2026

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #22602830

$5,900,000
04/14/2025

Temp Off Market

MOMLS #22509892

04/07/2025

Price Change

MOMLS #22509892

$6,250,000
04/07/2025

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #22509892

$5,950,000
09/04/2024

Temp Off Market

MOMLS #22424928

08/28/2024

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #22424928

$6,700,000
11/21/2016

Closed

MOMLS #21515877

$965,000
11/17/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #584628251

$965,000
04/28/2015

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #21515877

$995,000
01/31/1995

Closed

MOMLS #2188224

$238,500
06/17/1994

Listed (Active)

MOMLS #2188224

$280,000

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

Public Records for 608 Lake Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$747,500Additions$1,232,700Total$1,980,200
Tax Record2024$20,000 ($1,667 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt3,877 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,877 SqFtStories3Lot Size4,900 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2018ZoningR-50CountyOCEANAPN03 00055-0000-00012Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 608 Lake Avenue

This home is within Bay Head Borough School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Bay Head Elementary School
PublicK to 8

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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608 Lake Avenue is a single family home for sale in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ 08742. This property was listed for sale on February 1, 2026 by M. Van Sciver REALTORS, it's currently listed at $5,900,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on November 21, 2016. This listing's school district is Bay Head Borough School District. Nearby schools include Bay Head Elementary School. 608 Lake Avenue is a 5-bed, 5.1-bath, 3,877 sqft single family home built in 2018.

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