688 E Bay Avenue
Barnegat, NJ 08005
$674,900
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.
| MLS #: | 22615589 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $674,900 |
| Property Type: | Commercial Sale |
| Property Sub Type: | Commercial |
| Status: | Active |
| Bathrooms Full: | 0 |
| Bathrooms Half: | 0 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $10,189 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 9,583.2 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.22 |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | Barnegat |
| County Or Parish: | Ocean |
| Subdivision Name: | Barnegat |
| Postal Code: | 08005 |
| Year Built: | 1920 |
| Construction Materials: | Concrete |
| Stories: | 2 |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Cooling Backup: | Central Air, Ductless |
| Security Features: | Security System |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Cooling?: | Yes |
| Basement Type: | Locked Storage |
| Basement Type Backup: | Full, Locked Storage |
| State Or Province: | NJ |
| Lot Features: | Level, Sidewalks |
| Interior Features: | Refrigeration |
| Building Area Total: | 2816.0 |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-05-26 |
| Electric: | 200 - 400 AMP, Other - See Remarks |
| Inclusions: | Signs, Equipment/Furniture, Business Name, Inventory |
| Status: | Active |
| Roof: | A-Frame, Shingle |
| Roof Backup: | A-Frame, Shingle |
| Lot Size Area: | 0.22 |
| Exclusions: | personal items and building contents, equipment, fixtures, mechanicals. |
| Parking Features: | Paved, Parking Lot |
| Tax Year: | 2025 |
| Heating: | Forced Air |
| Heating Backup: | Forced Air, Natural Gas, Ductless |
| Directions: | Rte 9 to east on Bay ave to #688 |
| MLS Area Major: | Barnegat Twp |
| Flooring: | Wood, Tile, Vinyl |
| Garage Spaces: | 0.0 |
| MLS Area Minor: | Barnegat (Bar) |
| Water Source: | Public |
| Exterior: | Lighting, Personnel Door, Security System |
| Lot Size Dimensions: | 43.6 x 223 |
| Leasable Area: | 2,816.0 |
| Parcel Number: | 01-00250-0000-00024 |
| Zoning Description: | Commercial |
| Tax Assessed Value: | $330,500 |
| Parking Total: | 20 |
| Business Type: | Restaurant, Ice Cream Shop |
| Basement: | No |
| General Property Info Business Operating: | Yes |
| Location: | Historic Dist |
| Contract Info List Price/sq Ft: | $240 |
| Contract Info Sale: | Yes |
| Contract Info Lease: | No |
| Parking: | Off Street, Paved, Parking Lot |
| Water Heater: | Natural Gas |
| Gas: | On Site |
| Documents Available: | Lease |
| Sale Excludes: | Inventory |
| Sale Includes: | Business Name, Equipment/Furniture, Signs |
Listing Courtesy of: Weichert Realtors-Ship Bottom
Listing Agent: Paul Metzger
609-494-6000
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