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Berkeley Township, NJ 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Berkeley Township
Berkeley Township is located in Ocean County on the Atlantic Coast of Southern New Jersey, near many beaches and nature preserves, allowing residents to enjoy a relaxed…
Berkeley Township is located in Ocean County on the Atlantic Coast of Southern New Jersey, near many beaches and nature preserves, allowing residents to enjoy a relaxed environment surrounded by nature. Active adults will appreciate the quaint community with access to local amenities including great health care options and recreation opportunities.
Climate & Geography
The climate in Berkeley Township is categorized as humid continental, which consists of four distinct seasons and is highly influenced by oceanic weather patterns. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are cold to mild. Residents can expect higher-than-average rainfall, lower-than-average snowfall, and approximately 206 sunny days throughout the year.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment
Some of the top things to do in and around Berkeley Township include visiting Island Beach State Park, Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, Double Trouble State Park, Edwin B Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge. Golfers will enjoy the Cedar Creek Golf Club. Furthermore, the township offers a program called the Senior Bus Trips which takes active adults to various locations including the Battleship NJ, Columbus Flea Market, Freehold Mall, PNC Bank Arts Center, Resorts Casino, and Smithville and the Woodbridge Mall.
Residents looking to explore nearby cities have some fun options available. Both Philadelphia and New York City can be reached in about an hour and a half, while the popular tourist destination Atlantic City is just under an hour away.
Cost of Living & Taxes
The cost of living in Berkeley Township is higher than the state and national average.
The effective income tax rate in New Jersey is 1.53 percent for single filers and 3.37 percent for joint filers. Retirement income like Social Security benefits are not taxed, and additionally military pensions and railroad retirement benefits are fully exempt. Other retirement benefits like government pensions, annuities, IRA benefits, or other retirement plans may be eligible for exclusion for qualifying taxpayers.
Retiring homeowners may also qualify for property tax relief programs such as the Property Tax Reimbursement Program, otherwise known as the "senior freeze," or a $250 tax deduction program.
Health Care
Berkeley Township offers wellness programs such as outreach and benefits counseling and a caregiver support program. Furthermore, there are a number of highly ranked hospitals in the surrounding area serving the town such as Community Medical Center-Toms River, Hackensack Meridian Health Ocean Medical Center, nationally ranked Jersey Shore University Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center, and Monmouth Medical Center-Long Branch Campus. These hospitals have specialties in a large range of procedures and conditions, and are all within a 25-mile radius from the township.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Berkeley Township, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Berkeley Township has 312 homes, the largest has 312 homes, and the average community consists of 312 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Berkeley Township.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Berkeley Township stay on the market for around 301 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $416,629, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Sonata Bay average around $416,629.
55 communities near Berkeley Township
934 homes near Berkeley Township
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,182 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,310 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,555 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,092 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,129 sq ft
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2 beds
|1 baths
|1,124 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,210 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,615 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,436 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,545 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,682 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,584 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,391 sq ft
|Duplex
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,127 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,066 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,514 sq ft
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3 beds
|3 baths
|2,748 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,243 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,232 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,124 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,207 sq ft
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2 beds
|1 baths
|982 sq ft
|Adult Community
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,937 sq ft
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2 beds
|2 baths
|1,164 sq ft
|Highrise
1 beds
|1 baths
|663 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,009 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|1 baths
|1,092 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|1 baths
|858 sq ft
|Ranch
Frequently Asked Questions
In Berkeley Township, there is 1 small community with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ community in Berkeley Township has 312 homes, the largest has 312 homes, and the average community consists of 312 homes.
No, there are no gated 55+ communities in Berkeley Township.
On average, listings in 55+ community in Berkeley Township stay on the market for around 301 days. The average price of homes for sale in this community is approximately $416,629, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the community. For example, homes in Sonata Bay average around $416,629.
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