# 688 E Bay Avenue, Barnegat, NJ 08005

> **TL;DR:** commercial, $659,900 ($234/sqft), built 1920, 2,816 sqft.
> A/C. Est. $3,529/mo. Listed 157 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $659,900 |
| Price/sqft | $234 |
| Square Feet | 2,816 |
| Year Built | 1920 |
| Lot Size | 9,583 sqft (0.22 acres) |
| Stories | 2 |
| Property Type | Commercial (Other) |
| Status | Active |
| Days on Market | 157 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $3,337 |
| Estimated Insurance | $192 |
| **Total** | **$3,529** |

## Key Amenities

- A/C

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1920
- 0.22 acre lot
- 2 stories
- 20 parking spaces

## Description

### Agent Description
Real Estate Only - Investment opportunity.. This classic building is a cherished piece of Barnegat history. Well established, successful business currently operating with favorable long term lease in place. Nestled in a high traffic area of Downtown Barnegat with close proximity to the public docks and bay beach. Town approvals in place to expand into the rear yard allowing for a covered gazebo providing additional seating and entertaining space.

## Location

- **Address:** 688 E Bay Avenue, Barnegat, NJ 08005
- **County:** Ocean
- **Coordinates:** 39.753106, -74.222036
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=39.753106,-74.222036

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Paul Metzger
- **Brokerage:** Weichert Realtors-Middletown
- **Broker Phone:** (732) 899-9700

## Photos

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**MLS#:** 22615589 | **Updated:** 2026-10-26
**Source:** listhub

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