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Barnegat, NJ 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Barnegat
Located in South New Jersey’s Ocean County, Barnegat is a township with much to offer retirees. From local events to a variety of outdoor recreation, Barnegat offers active…
Located in South New Jersey’s Ocean County, Barnegat is a township with much to offer retirees. From local events to a variety of outdoor recreation, Barnegat offers active adults many entertainment options and amenities.
Barnegat Climate & Geography
Most of New Jersey has a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot, humid summers and cold to mild winters. Though temperatures can reach below freezing during the winter, Barnegat is warmer than most other places in the state during the winter and cooler than most other places during the summer due to its proximity to the Atlantic coastline. Residents of Barnegat experience more rainfall and less snowfall than the national average, and approximately 200 sunny days throughout each year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment In Barnegat
There are many township-organized events throughout the year, such as Family Candy Bar Bingo, Woman’s Tea, a Health Fair, and Waretown Wine Festival. From summer to mid fall, retirees can visit the Barnegat Farmers Market which offers fresh seasonal produce, fruits, herbs, and flowers. Breads, cheeses, and pastas are also available for purchase. Throughout the summer, Ocean Professional Theatre Company puts on a variety of musicals.
Active adults interested in outdoor recreation can explore Barnegat Lighthouse State Park for hiking, fishing, and birdwatching needs. Cloverdale Farm County Park is a 90-acre cranberry bog and tree farm with a 1.4-mile self-guided nature trail that runs through undistributed woodlands, offering an escape to natural beauty. For eight months out of the year, fishing enthusiasts can visit Hi Flier Fishing for fishing trips on the bay.
For more recreation and entertainment opportunities, Barnegat is located less than a hour away from Atlantic City, providing easy access for day trips and weekend getaways.
Barnegat Cost of Living & Taxes
In New Jersey, Social Security benefits and military pensions are not taxed. When qualifications are met, seniors can exclude part of their retirement income from state income taxes. Income tax ranges from 1.4 percent to 8.97 percent. Though the cost of living in Barnegat is slightly higher than the national average, the rate is lower than the state index.
Health Care In Barnegat
Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center is located less than five miles from Barnegat, and is rated high performing by U.S. News.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Barnegat, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 5 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Barnegat has 164 homes, the largest has 1203 homes, and the average communities consists of 507 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Barnegat. Approximately 14.3% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Four Seasons at Mirage is a gated communities with 1203 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Barnegat stay on the market for around 384 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $494,663, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Venue at Lighthouse Station average around $650,000, while homes in Four Seasons at Mirage average around $499,934.
11 communities near Barnegat
71 homes near Barnegat
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,752 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,241 sq ft
|Ranch
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,081 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,360 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,805 sq ft
|Ranch
1 beds
|1 baths
|1,126 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,972 sq ft
|Mobile Home
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,055 sq ft
|Ranch
3 beds
|2 baths
|2,345 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,046 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,420 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,729 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,118 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,081 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,689 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,352 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,915 sq ft
|Ranch
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,381 sq ft
|Adult Community
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,150 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,081 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,428 sq ft
|Ranch
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,188 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,790 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,824 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,135 sq ft
|Condo
3 beds
|3 baths
|3,081 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,408 sq ft
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,372 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,132 sq ft
|Ranch
Frequently Asked Questions
In Barnegat, there are 1 large community with over 1000 homes, 1 medium community with 500-1000 homes, and 5 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Barnegat has 164 homes, the largest has 1203 homes, and the average communities consists of 507 homes.
Yes, there is gated 55+ communities in Barnegat. Approximately 14.3% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Four Seasons at Mirage is a gated communities with 1203 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Barnegat stay on the market for around 384 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $494,663, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Venue at Lighthouse Station average around $650,000, while homes in Four Seasons at Mirage average around $499,934.
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