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$650,000

253 Academy Ln

Manahawkin, NJ
PENDING-BRIGHT
3
Bedrooms
3.0
Bathrooms
2,800
Square Feet
0.25
Lot Size (acres)
2010
Year Built
23
Days On Market

Welcome to this amazing home that is true “move-in” ready! You will find an awesome true gourmet kitchen w/ GE Café SS Appliances, custom 42-inch cabinets, granite counters, subway tile backsplash, built-in desk area, and a large built-in pantry to name a few. In the Great Room there is a beautiful gas fireplace with a stone surround & real wood mantle. As you head into the finished lower level you will see one of the nicest finished lower levels you’ll ever find! You have full wet bar with furniture quality custom cabinets/ kegerator/wine refrigerator/ice maker/Custom wood & granite counters w/ a full granite back splash and just off the bar if the theater area with a wall of custom cabinets and TV enclosure. The level of fit and finish in this home is crazy and only found in 1.5 million+ homes. Even the hallway leading to the Sports Bar/Theater Area has custom built-in bookshelves for a library feel or to show off all those awards/collectables. You will also find a great office with yet another wall of built-in cabinetry in the lower level and yes, there’s a convenient bathroom found on this level as well. Heading to the second floor is a lavish Primary Suite with a continuation of the extensive trim. The Primary sleeping quarters are grand in size with even more custom built-in cabinetry and finished off with great sized walk-in closet. The Primary Bathroom is just a continuation of the high-level fit and finish found throughout the house including a custom shower/custom vanity and beautiful tile work throughout. The secondary bedrooms are great sized, and both have walk-in closets. One even has more custom built-ins! Outside this home offers an awesome covered front porch, covered rear deck, a huge rear deck and yes, an oversized paver patio! So, whether you’re inside or outside you will not be disappointed!

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
5 days ago
Listed By
Aaron Patrick Collins, 9084321714 · RE/MAX Classic Group, 9082310700
MLS#
NJOC2045624
Source
Bright
Status
PENDING-BRIGHT

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
253 Academy Ln, Manahawkin, NJ 08050
City
Manahawkin
County
Ocean
Neighborhood
OCEAN ACRES
Zip Code
08050

Architecture

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
3.0
Year Built
2010
Style
Colonial
Construction Materials
Frame
Building Area
2,800 sq. ft.
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Asphalt
Levels
Two
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Oversized, Garage Door Opener, Garage

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry, Bar, Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Crown Molding, Built-in Features, Sound System
Appliances
Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Range, Oven, Gas Oven, Range Hood, Gas Water Heater, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Ice Maker, Water Heater, Exhaust Fan, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances
Flooring
Hardwood, Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Wood
Cooling
Central Air, Electric
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned, Exhaust Fan

Property Features

Lot Size
0.25 Acres
Lot Features
Level, Private
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Cable Available

Square Footage

Above Grade
1,885 sq. ft.
Total
2,800 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$650,000
Annual Taxes
$8,049

Schools

100/100
Joseph T. Donahue Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 03–04 · 3 mi
City
Barnegat
Students
256
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
81% White · 9% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Black
Free/reduced lunch
30%
Phone
(609) 660-8900
77/100
Cecil S. Collins Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–02 · 2.3 mi
City
Barnegat
Students
744
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
62% White · 23% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Black
Free/reduced lunch
48%
Phone
(609) 698-5832
76/100
Marine Academy of Technology and Environmental Science
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.9 mi
City
Manahawkin
Students
274
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
72% White · 17% Asian · 9% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
6%
Phone
(609) 978-8439
76/100
Stafford Intermediate School
Middle · Grades 05–06 · 2.6 mi
City
Manahawkin
Students
625
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
84% White · 13% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Black
Free/reduced lunch
18%
Phone
(609) 978-5700
54/100
Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary
Grades PK–PK · 1.7 mi
City
Barnegat
Students
453
Student body
57% White · 23% Hispanic / Latino · 10% Black
Free/reduced lunch
57%
Phone
(609) 698-5826
54/100
Barnegat High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 3 mi
City
Barnegat
Students
937
Student body
77% White · 11% Hispanic / Latino · 9% Black
Free/reduced lunch
34%
Phone
(609) 660-7510
53/100
Russell O. Brackman Middle School
Middle · Grades 07–08 · 2.3 mi
City
Barnegat
Students
552
Student body
68% White · 17% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Black
Free/reduced lunch
24%
Phone
(609) 698-5880
52/100
Robert L. Horbelt Elementary School
Middle · Grades 05–06 · 2.4 mi
City
Barnegat
Students
417
Student body
71% White · 15% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
36%
Phone
(609) 660-7500

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
10/04/2026Listed for sale$650,000

Listed by Aaron Patrick Collins · RE/MAX Classic Group · 9082310700

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Bright. All rights reserved.

Last Updated: October 21, 2026 at 9:23 PM | Source: Bright | MLS#: NJOC2045624

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