LBI Real Estate Daily Market Update: November 14, 2025
- Nathan Colmer
- 6 days ago
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LBI Real Estate Daily Market Update: November 14, 2025
Welcome to your daily snapshot of the Long Beach Island (LBI) real estate market. Whether you're a buyer, seller, investor, or simply keeping tabs on the island's housing trends, this report offers a clear and concise overview of the latest activity. Based on fresh MLS data, here's what happened in the LBI real estate market on November 14, 2025.
By: Nathan Colmer | LBI Real Estate Agent | The Van Dyk Group
Cell: 609-290-4293 | Office: 800-222-0131 | ncolmer@vandykgroup.com
New Listings Hit the Market
Today saw four new active listings across LBI:
Beach Haven welcomed two new properties.
Harvey Cedars added one listing.
Surf City saw one new home hit the market.
These new listings reflect the continued demand for homes in prime LBI locations, especially those with proximity to the beach and updated features.
Market Activity Overview
Here's a breakdown of today's activity:
New Active Listings: 4
Total Active Listings (including "Coming Soon"): 6
Pending Sales: 1
Closed Sales: 5
Expired Listings: 1
This level of activity suggests a healthy churn in the market, with new inventory balancing out recent closings.
Pricing Trends
Active Listings
Average List Price: $2,431,833
Median Price per Square Foot: $1,288.55
These figures highlight the premium nature of LBI real estate, especially for homes in desirable neighborhoods like Beach Haven and Harvey Cedars.
Closed Sales
Average Sale Price: $2,606,000
Median Price per Square Foot: $1,162.92
Average List-to-Close Ratio: 95.5%
The average list-to-close ratio indicates that buyers are negotiating, but sellers are still achieving strong prices close to their asking.
Over-Ask vs. Under-Ask Sales
Out of the five closed sales today:
1 sold over asking price
4 sold below asking price
This means 20% of today's closings were over-ask, suggesting that while competition exists, buyers are still finding room to negotiate.
Notable Over-Ask Sale
114 E Ohio, Long Beach Township
List Price: $2,100,000
Close Price: $2,275,000
Sold for 8.3% over asking
This sale stands out as a signal that well-positioned and desirable homes can still command a premium.
Highest Price Per Square Foot
Active Listing Leader
708 N Atlantic Ave, Beach Haven
List Price: $2,999,000
Price/SF: $2,103.09
This property tops the charts for price per square foot among active listings, reflecting its prime location and likely high-end finishes.
Closed Sale Leader
13 Anderson Dr, Long Beach Township
Close Price: $2,500,000
Price/SF: $1,420.45
Despite selling below its list price, this home achieved the highest price per square foot among today's closed sales, underscoring the value of quality construction and location.
Closed Sales Summary
Here are the details of today's closed transactions:
Address | Town | List Price | Close Price | $/SF | Close/List Ratio |
18 N 19th St | Surf City | $2,200,000 | $2,050,000 | $1,031 | 93.2% |
114 E Ohio | Long Beach Township | $2,100,000 | $2,275,000 | $1,307 | 108.3% |
13 Anderson Dr | Long Beach Township | $2,995,000 | $2,500,000 | $1,420 | 83.5% |
420 Nelson Ave | Beach Haven | $3,250,000 | $3,100,000 | $803 | 95.4% |
7 E 39th | Long Beach Township | $3,199,000 | $3,105,000 | $1,163 | 97.1% |
These sales reflect a mix of outcomes, with some homes selling above asking and others below, but all within a relatively tight range of their list prices.
Town-by-Town Breakdown
New Listings Today
Beach Haven: 2
Harvey Cedars: 1
Surf City: 1
Closed Sales Today
Long Beach Township: 3
Beach Haven: 1
Surf City: 1
This distribution shows Long Beach Township continuing to lead in transaction volume, while Beach Haven and Surf City remain active players.
Market Insights
For Sellers
With an average list-to-close ratio of 95.5%, sellers are seeing strong offers, though not always at full asking. Pricing your home accurately and presenting it well remains key to attracting serious buyers.
For Buyers
While competition is present, especially for premium properties, most homes are still selling below asking. This presents opportunities for negotiation, particularly on homes that have been on the market longer or need updates.
For Investors
The wide range in price per square foot—from $803 to over $2,100—highlights the importance of location, condition, and amenities. Properties in Beach Haven and Long Beach Township continue to command top dollar, especially those near the ocean or recently renovated.
LBI Real Estate Daily Market Update: November 14, 2025
Today’s LBI market activity underscores the island’s dynamic real estate environment. With new listings entering the market and strong buyer interest leading to multiple closings, it’s clear that LBI remains a sought-after destination for both primary residences and vacation homes.
By: Nathan Colmer | LBI Real Estate Agent | The Van Dyk Group
Cell: 609-290-4293 | Office: 800-222-0131 | ncolmer@vandykgroup.com