Quick Facts
- Price Range
- Below $100k - Low $300s
- Home Types
- Single-Family
- Number of Homes
- 10,636
- New / Resale
- Resale Homes Only
- Age Restrictions
- 55+
- Gated
- No
- Construction Dates
- 1969 - 1996
- Builder
- Multiple Builders
- Reviews
Holiday City at Berkeley Overview
Holiday City at Berkeley in Toms River is one of the largest age-restricted active adult communities in New Jersey. This 55+ community is comprised of many different communities including Holiday City South, Holiday City Carefree, Holiday City West, and Holiday City Heights. Each community has its own clubhouse and pool and offers many clubs and activities. This active adult community feels like a small town with retail establishments, restaurants, banks and countless recreational amenities.
Since construction began in the late 1960s, retirees from across the country have flocked to the community in search of an active lifestyle and low-maintenance living. With over 10,000 residences throughout the community, there is sure to be a home to suit almost any homebuyer. For retirees who want a convenient location, low-maintenance homes and an active lifestyle, this 55+ community is the perfect place to call home.
Holiday City at Berkeley Amenities
The area surrounding Holiday City at Berkeley is very attractive to active adults but the true draw is what’s found within this 55+ community. A diverse lineup of amenities cater to the many socially active and fitness-minded residents. Each community has its own clubhouse that offers a variety of amenities. There is even a bus that takes residents between each clubhouse and around the community.
Inside these six clubhouses, residents can meet neighbors and make lifelong friends with the wide variety of activities and social events. Residents can get creative in the ceramics room, arts and crafts room, and woodworking shop. Homeowners can challenge friends to a game of cards or billiards, relax in the library with a book, or bake in the kitchen. The horseshoe pits, shuffleboard, bocce ball and tennis courts are the perfect place to have some friendly competition. In addition, there is an outdoor pool at each clubhouse.
There are also several everyday conveniences located throughout the community such as doctors, pharmacies, banks, mini-marts, delis, restaurants, bakeries and clothing stores.
Holiday City at Berkeley Homes & Real Estate
Holiday City is made up of five different associations built over a 27-year span. Holiday City at Berkeley I & II offer 3,236 residences. Holiday City Carefree was started in 1978 and has over 1,600 homes. Holiday City West offers over 1,800 homes and was built in 1981. Holiday City South was started in 1985 and has almost 2,500 homes. Lastly, Holiday City Heights was started in 1988 and features over 1,500 homes on a resale basis.
Since this 55+ community started in 1969, there have been countless housing styles and floor plans offered. There are over twenty floor plans that range in size from around 750 to over 1,850 square feet. Most homes feature two bedrooms, one to two bathrooms, and a one or two-car garage. With a variety of housing options, this 55+ community is truly a unique living opportunity.
The active adults of this community enjoy a truly carefree lifestyle. Residents pay a reasonable monthly association fee that covers lawn service, common area maintenance, snow removal as well as a private bus service.
Holiday City at Berkeley Lifestyle
Life in Holiday City at Berkeley is a never-ending assortment of fun and activity. With six clubhouses there are a wide variety of clubs and interest groups that cater to the residents. Whether your idea of activity consists of sports, cards, arts and crafts, fitness or simply socializing with friends and neighbors, there is something for everyone at this community.
Residents can easily stay in shape with activities like yoga, Zumba, tennis, and dancing. Arts and crafts minded people can enjoy the camera club as well as the ceramics, stained glass, and woodworking shops. Other popular activities include bingo, computer club, fishing club, and single’s club. A continual assortment of community events, parties and activities ensures that you can be active 365 days a year.
Area
Holiday City at Berkeley is set within Toms River, New Jersey in Ocean County. This beautiful area is located near the Garden State Parkway and Interstate 195 providing easy access to major conveniences and attractions in every direction. Popular destinations include Atlantic City, New York City and Philadelphia.
With stunning beaches, shopping, dining and cultural attractions, there are plenty of recreational activities found within the surrounding areas. Nearby residents can find a medical center, Wal-Mart, and Ocean County Mall. Popular attractions include Cattus Island County Park, Bey Lea Golf Course, and Garden State Philharmonic. With so much to do in and around this community, it’s easy to see why active adults around the country are drawn to this desirable Ocean County community.
Available Models & Floor Plans
Single-Family Homes
Price RangeLow $100s - Low $300sSince the community started in 1969 there have been countless housing styles and floor plans offered. There are over twenty floor plans that range in size from around 757 to over 1,852 square feet. These homes feature one to three bedrooms, one or two bathrooms, and a one or two-car garage. Residents truly live a carefree lifestyle within Holiday City at Berkeley. Residents pay a reasonable monthly association fee that covers lawn service and common area maintenance as well as bus service.
Model Name | Sq. Ft. | Beds | Baths | Garage |
---|---|---|---|---|
Newport | 757 | 1 + Den | 1 | 1 |
Monterey | 1034 | 2 + Den | 2 | 1 |
Sarasota | 1092 | 2 + Den | 1 | 1 |
Yellowstone | 1124 | 2 + Den | 1 | 1 |
Key West | 1126 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
Laguna | 1161 | 2 + Den - 3 | 2 | 1 |
Lakeview | 1232 | 2 + Den | 2 | 1 |
Shoreview | 1264 | 2 + Den | 2 | 1 |
Bel Aire | 1264 | 2 + Den | 2 | 1 |
Capri | 1328 | 2 + Den | 2 | 1 |
Manhattan | 1346 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Castle Harbor | 1440 | 2 + Den | 2 | 1 |
Bal Harbor | 1440 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Amsterdam | 1450 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Bay Breeze | 1472 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Greenwich | 1481 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Madison | 1556 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Dawn Meadow | 1561 | 2 + Den | 2 | 1 |
Lexington | 1583 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
Broadway | 1852 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Holiday City at Berkeley Amenities
Holiday City at Berkeley
Holiday City at Berkeley features two clubhouses with a wide variety of amenities that are open to all residents of this 55+ community. These two clubhouses can be found off of Jamaica Boulevard.
- 2 Clubhouses
- Card Room
- 2 Catering Kitchens
- Billiards
- Table Tennis
- Auditorium
- Outdoor Pool
- Community Transit
- 14 Bocce Ball Courts
- 6 Shuffleboard Courts
Holiday City Heights
Holiday City Heights is a neighborhood of Holiday City Berkeley. It features its own clubhouse located off of Prince Charles Drive.
- Clubhouse
- Auditorium with a Stage
- Card Room
- Library
- Billiards
- Outdoor Pool
- Arts & Crafts Studio
- Table Tennis
- 2 Tennis Courts
- 2 Bocce Ball Courts
- 8 Shuffleboard Courts
Holiday City West
Holiday City West's clubhouse is located off of Cabrillo Boulevard and features great amenities to stay active.
- Clubhouse
- Game Room
- Auditorium
- Card Room
- Ceramics Studio
- Billiards
- Outdoor Pool
- 2 Tennis Courts
- 3 Bocce Ball Courts
- 6 Shuffleboard Courts
Holiday City South
Holiday City South is another neighborhood of this large 55+ community. The clubhouse can be found at 139 Santiago Drive.
- Clubhouse
- Outdoor Pool
- 2 Tennis Courts
- 3 Bocce Ball Courts
- 6 Shuffleboard Courts
Holiday City Carefree
The Carefree community clubhouse is off of Bananier Drive and features some of the popular amenities throughout the community.
- Clubhouse
- Auditorium
- Card Room
- Woodworking Shop
- Media Room
- Library
- Billiards
- Outdoor Pool
- 1 Pickleball Court
- 2 Bocce Ball Courts
- 4 Shuffleboard Courts
- 2 Horseshoe Pits
Holiday City at Berkeley Clubs, Groups, Activities & Classes
There are plenty of activities available in Holiday City at Berkeley. Here is a sample of some of the clubs, activities and classes offered here.
- Art Workshop
- Billiard Club
- Bingo
- Bocce Club
- Book Club
- Bowling Club
- Bridge
- Camera Club
- Ceramics
- Chorus
- Computer Club
- Dance Club
- Exercise Class
- Fishing Club
- Friendship Club
- Golf Club
- Line Dancing
- Mah Jongg
- Melodiers
- Planned Trips
- Singles Club
- Stained Glass
- Table Tennis
- Tennis Club
- Woodshop
- Yoga
- Zumba
Holiday City at Berkeley Reviews (7)
Average Rating for this Community
Holiday City at Berkeley is an established community, close to good doctors and services, stores of all kinds and tons of activities. Two nice clubhouses with lots of clubs round out living here.
My grandparents knew what they were doing when they moved here in 1972 and this bargain in retirement housing here in NJ consistently remains a cherished "secret"!
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