Ocean Township, NJ Condos for Sale

Ocean Township, commonly known as Waretown, is a coastal neighborhood in Ocean County with views of Barnegat Bay and tree-lined streets. The area offers ample outdoor recreation opportunities, including Sands Point Park, which features basketball and tennis courts, a playground, and popular fishing spots along Oyster Creek. West Mills County Park, part of the Pine Barrens, provides over 900 acres of forestry and hiking trails. A hiking and biking trail along an abandoned rail line connects Ocean Township with nearby Barnegat and Lacey Townships. Although the township itself lacks a beachfront, residents can enjoy boating and beach access just 3 miles away at Barnegat Beach. Home styles in Ocean Township range from Cape Cods and ranch-style homes to modern contemporary waterfront properties and larger Colonial Revival and custom homes farther inland. Local events include Barnegat's Pirate’s Day Parade, Manahawkin’s Fall Harvest & Wine Festival, and the Old Time Barnegat Bay Decoy and Gunning Show. Dining options feature The Waterfront restaurant, Pete and Elda’s Bar/Carmen’s Pizzeria, Clemmy’s, and Caribbean Pete’s Island Grille. For groceries, residents primarily shop at the nearby ShopRite, with additional retail options in surrounding townships like Manahawkin. Students attend Southern Regional High, which has a high rating and offers numerous clubs and substantial community-funded scholarships. The neighborhood is well-connected with easy access to U.S. Route 9, Garden State Parkway, and NJ Transit bus service to Atlantic City. Ocean Township is less than 100 miles from New York City and under 60 miles from Philadelphia.