LBI Real Estate 2025 Single Family Home Sales
- Nathan Colmer
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2025 Single‑Family Home Sales on Long Beach Island: Market Trends & Town‑by‑Town Breakdown
The 2025 LBI real estate market for single‑family homes showed continued strength, steady buyer demand, and impressive price‑per‑square‑foot performance across every town on Long Beach Island. With limited inventory, elevated construction costs, and a strong second‑home buyer pool, the Long Beach Island real estate market maintained upward pressure on values throughout the year.
If you are considering buying or selling a home on Long Beach Island, understanding current market trends is an important first step. Below is a breakdown and an in‑depth analysis of island‑wide averages, town‑specific averages, for LBI real estate 2025 single-family home sales, and what these numbers mean for buyers and sellers heading into 2026.
By: Nathan Colmer | LBI Real Estate Agent | The Van Dyk Group
Cell: 609-290-4293 | Office: 800-222-0131 | ncolmer@vandykgroup.com
Island‑Wide Averages for 2025 LBI Single‑Family Home Sales
After analyzing all closed single‑family transactions in the dataset, the island‑wide averages are:
Island‑Wide Market Averages (2025)
Average Sale Price: $2,523,639
Average Price Per Square Foot (PPSF): $1,075.01/sq ft
Average Listing Price to Sales Price Ratio: 97.8%
These numbers confirm that Long Beach Island remains one of the strongest and most competitive coastal real estate markets, particularly in the $1.5M–$3M bracket, where the majority of LBI's 2025 single-family home sales cluster.
2025 LBI Sales Data: Long Beach Island Town‑by‑Town Market Breakdown
While LBI as a whole showed strong appreciation, each town on Long Beach Island performed differently depending on inventory levels, location premiums, and buyer demand. Belpw is a breakdown of the average sale prices and average PPSF for each town in the LBI real estate market.
Average Sale Price: $1,991,909
Average PPSF: $991.99/sq ft
Barnegat Light consistently attracts buyers seeking wider lots, quieter beaches, and bigger homes. Prices here remain strong, driven by limited turnover and high‑quality inventory.
Average Sale Price: $2,613,629
Average PPSF: $1,087.25/sq ft
Beach Haven continues to command premium values thanks to walkability, vibrant town life, and strong rental demand. PPSF performance was among the highest on the island.
Average Sale Price: $2,567,543
Average PPSF: $1,173.05/sq ft
Luxury buyers remain drawn to Harvey Cedars for its elevated dunes, oceanfront estates, and privacy. PPSF here outperformed nearly every other town.
Average Sale Price: $2,786,051
Average PPSF: $1,115.05/sq ft
As the largest municipality on LBI, LBT delivered the highest transaction volume and strong pricing across both bayside and oceanside neighborhoods.
Average Sale Price: $1,689,181
Average PPSF: $967.32/sq ft
Ship Bottom offers a more affordable entry point compared to northern and southern towns, but rising PPSF numbers illustrate increasing demand for central island locations.
Average Sale Price: $2,324,367.61
Average Price Per Square Foot: $991.76/sq ft
LBI Real Estate 2025 Single-Family Home Sales Analysis
1. Prices Continue to Rise Across LBI
With an island‑wide average sale price over $2.5M, appreciation remains robust across every town in the LBI NJ real estate sales market.
2. Price Per Square Foot Values Exceed $1,000/sq ft in Most Towns
This reflects:
High land values across all Long Beach Island areas
Limited inventory throughout the LBI real estate market
Strong demand for second homes and investment properties on LBI
3. Well‑Located Homes Sell Closest to List Price
The average list‑to‑sale ratios indicate ongoing competition, especially for homes in turnkey condition. With the LBI average just under 98%, homes are clearly selling for close to the asking price, reflecting the high demand and overall strength of the LBI real estate sales market.
4. Newer Homes and Renovated Properties Lead the Market
Across the dataset, newer builds consistently commanded the highest PPSF and strongest absorption. New construction remains one of the most sought-after aspects of the Long Beach Island real estate market, and buyers gravitate towards these turnkey homes.
How This 2025 Data Helps You in the 2026 LBI Real Estate Market
Understanding how each town performed helps buyers determine where value exists—and helps sellers price correctly to maximize interest.
LBI Real Estate Buyers: Strong PPSF and sale‑price patterns reveal where inventory is tightest. With the right strategy, you can still find value in bayside neighborhoods or older homes with renovation potential.
LBI Real Estate Sellers: Knowing your town’s average PPSF and price expectations helps you position your home accurately within its micro‑market to attract maximum demand.
The LBI real estate market is incredibly nuanced, and accurate pricing requires hyper‑local expertise. With over 20 years of experience specializing in Long Beach Island real estate—including second homes, investment properties, and new construction—I can provide:
Real‑time market valuations
Town‑specific pricing guidance
PPSF benchmarking
Investment and rental analysis
Marketing strategies that maximize exposure
Whether you’re searching for your ideal beach home or preparing to list your property, I’m here to help you succeed with confidence in the Long Beach Island real estate market.
By: Nathan Colmer | LBI Real Estate Agent | The Van Dyk Group
Cell: 609-290-4293 | Office: 800-222-0131 | ncolmer@vandykgroup.com
