Haven Beach Real Estate Market Report — 2018
- Nathan Colmer
- 16 hours ago
- 2 min read
LBI Real Estate Market Overview
In 2018, the Long Beach Island (LBI) market remained a magnet for coastal buyers seeking lifestyle, rental potential, and long‑term stability. Inventory in prime neighborhoods stayed tight, and Haven Beach real estate—with its quiet streets and easy ocean access—saw steady demand that supported firm valuations.
Haven Beach Real Estate 2018 Key Statistics
Number of sales: 9
Average sale price: $1,521,111
Median sale price: $950,000
Average $/SqFt: $538 | Median $/SqFt: $543
Price range: $720,000 – $4,350,000
Price‑band mix: <$1M: 6 | $1M–$2M: 1 | $2M–$3M: 1 | $3M+: 1
126 E North Carolina Ave | Long Beach Township | 1/16/2018 | $2,799,000.00 | $2,500,000 | $624.53 |
12001 Beach Ave | Long Beach Township | 2/23/2018 | $829,000.00 | $810,000 | $560.55 |
18 W Carolina Ave | Long Beach Township | 4/20/2018 | $799,000.00 | $765,000 | $543.32 |
3 Cottage Ct | Long Beach Township | 8/3/2018 | $999,000.00 | $950,000 | $429.48 |
21 W Carolina Ave | Long Beach Township | 10/4/2018 | $1,899,000.00 | $1,800,000 | $567.64 |
123 Colorado Ave | Long Beach Township | 11/14/2018 | $4,799,000.00 | $4,350,000 | $914.06 |
31 W Colorado Ave #A | Long Beach Township | 11/16/2018 | $829,000.00 | $800,000 | $462.43 |
11306 Beach Ave | Long Beach Township | 11/30/2018 | $1,099,000.00 | $995,000 | $403.49 |
11501 Long Beach Blvd | Long Beach Township | 12/13/2018 | $929,000.00 | $720,000 | $333.02 |
2018 was a “bread‑and‑butter” Haven Beach real estate year: ample activity in the sub‑$1M cohort alongside a handful of upper‑tier closings. The mid‑$500s price‑per‑foot underscored a market still accessible by LBI standards, yet with clear upward pressure around the ocean‑block and newer homes.
LBI NJ Real Estate Market and Haven Beach Real Estate
Haven Beach closed 2018 with balanced volume and healthy $/SqFt, setting a stable baseline for the appreciation that followed across LBI real estate.
If you are looking to buy, sell, or invest in the LBI real estate market, contact me, Nathan Colmer, for expert guidance backed by years of local experience, deep market insight, and a proven track record in helping clients navigate LBI's unique market. My experience extends over 20 years of selling homes on Long Beach Island, with a special focus on second homes and investment properties. In addition to representing buyers and sellers, I personally invest in the LBI real estate market and can share my firsthand knowledge of this investment strategy. Whether you are searching for a vacation home, planning a wise investment, or ready to list your property, I can offer you personalized strategies and unmatched knowledge to help you succeed.
By: Nathan Colmer | LBI Real Estate Agent | The Van Dyk Group
Cell: 609-290-4293 | Office: 800-222-0131 | ncolmer@vandykgroup.com
