Why Live in Point Pleasant
Point Pleasant offers a blend of coastal charm and practical living, attracting families with its relatively low home prices and property taxes. The neighborhood boasts an excellent school system, including Ocean Road Elementary School, Nellie F. Bennett Elementary School, Memorial Middle School, and Point Pleasant Borough High School, all of which have high ratings. Residents enjoy easy access to Riverfront Park, featuring a playground, track, gazebos, and grilling stations, as well as community events. Though Point Pleasant is not directly on the ocean, the Manasquan River runs through town, and the beach is never more than two-and-a-half miles away. Nearby Point Pleasant Beach offers attractions like Jenkinson’s Boardwalk & Aquarium, restaurants, and mini golf. The area is safer than the national average, making it a desirable place to live. Home styles include ranches, colonials, and Cape Cods, with properties often featuring decent-sized lots. Popular dining spots include The Cookie Lady’s Cafe, Shore House Tavern, and Point Lobster Bar & Grill, while craft cocktails can be enjoyed at Amendment 21. For shopping, residents have access to multiple Stop & Shops and District Refillery and Co. Commuters benefit from the NJ Transit station in Bay Head, providing a two-hour and 10-minute ride to Midtown Manhattan, while drivers can reach New York and Philadelphia within an hour and a half.
Home Trends in Point Pleasant, NJ
On average, homes in Point Pleasant, NJ sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Point Pleasant, NJ over the last 12 months is $725,000, up 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$725,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$730,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$766,250
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$382,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$480
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Last 12 months Home Sales
111
Median List Price
$750,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
20%