Buyers use NJ Licensed Realtors to find their second home. In searching for a second home, 53% of vacation home buyers and 52% of investment buyers purchased through a licensed Realtor. However only 15% of both vacation buyers and investment buyers purchased directly from an owner they knew in advance.
A 2006 study profiling second home buyers shows the typical NJ buyer searched seven weeks to find their second home and looked at six properties. Most vacation home owners want to use their property exclusively, and 75% of them report that they never rent their properties. A similair finding was reported among vacation home buyers in 2007. (more…)
If you are looking for a home away from home, minutes from the New York Ferry to Manhattan, New Jersey Parkway and the rest of the New Jersey Shore hot spots, one of these NJ homes may be the one you’ve been dreaming about and you can request a showing by Dan Kurland, dkurland@weichert.com or call (732) 233-6969!
Dock,dine,and then relax in your hot tub. Enjoy the ease of waterfront living in this well maintained 4 bedroom home. Gorgeous OPEN water views. New bulkhead and deep water accommodates large boats.Open floor plan with new kitchen perfect for entertaining. Kitchen includes wet bar,high end appliances, and granite counter tops.2 sided fireplace to be enjoyed in both open dining/living area or family room/kitchen. Small beach community is an easy commute to NYC –close to ferry and NJ transit. $1,499,999.
Boater&Beach Lover’s Dream!This custom Seashore Riverfront Home features:Panoramic River&Sunset views,3 bedrooms,3 full baths plus outdoor shower.Living room with soaring ceilings,expansive views&fireplace.Chef’s gourmet granite kitchen&breakfast bar.Wraparound entertainment deck.Master suite w/vaulted ceiling,waterfront deck,walk-in closet.Guest suite w/bedroom loft,waterview deck&attached full bath.Main floor great room/Artist’s studio or 2nd master bedroom w/amazing views! $995,000.
Fabulous location! You can sit on your front porch enjoy the sunrise & sunsets with your family Take a walk to the beach or just sit & relax w/ the incredible view from your very own porch. The beautiful breeze that comes off the ocean will take your breath away.Listen W/ the sound of the waves breaking along the jetty in your master bedroom. This home is a rare find. Ask yourself when a home on LaReine Ave this close to the ocean has been available. Do not miss the opportunity to own this home. $849,900.
BEAUTIFUL NEW SHORE COLONIAL IN DESIRABLE BELMAR LOCATION! FOUR (4) BLOCKS TO BEACH FRONT!! HOME BOASTS 4 BEDROOMS, WITH BONUS ROOM FOR 5TH BEDROOM AND/OR DEN/OFFICE, WITH PRIVATE BALCONY! 3 FULL BATHS! HUGE KITCHEN WITH EXTENDED CABINETS AND STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES! FORMAL DINING ROOM, LIVING ROOM AND FAMILY ROOM, WITH GAS FIREPLACE! HUGE MASTER BEDROOM, WITH FULL BATH, WHIRLPOOL AND FULL BALCONY! FULL BASEMENT. RELAX ON THE MAHOGANY WOOD FRONT PORCH AND TAKE IN ALL THE SHORE LIFE!!! $915,000.
THE CHARM OF YESTERDAY AWAITS YOU.MAGNIFICENT 5 BEDRM.COLONIAL IN THE HEART OF DEAL.LARGE EAT-IN KIT,COMPLETE WITH BUTLER’S PANTRY & STAIRS TO 2nd FL. BEAUTIFUL INLAID WOOD FL IN THE PARLOR.LARGE LIV RM WITH FRENCH DOORS TO PRIVATE PAVER SIDE PORCH. BEAUTIFUL MOLDINGS THROUGHOUT. LARGE BEDRMS ON 2nd FLOOR. THE MASTER BEDRM COULD BE MADE INTO 2 BEDRMS. THE THIRD FLOOR INCLUDES 2BR & A STUDY. VERY LARGE PRIVATE PROPERTY WITH TILE ROOF. A GEM AWAITING YOUR FINISHING TOUCHES. HURRY, WON’T LAST. $2,295,000.
One Block in from Beach! Ocean view. Gorgeous redone colonial, move in condition with great architectural design and high ceilings. Beautiful sun porch, hard wood floors, updated bth & kitchen w/stainless steel appliances. Large neutral painted rooms, basement with toilet, garage, great curb appeal. Nothing to do just move in vacation or live year round. House is larger than it looks! $799,900.
Fabulous Great Room,gourmet kitchen,,new center island,,new granite counter tops. Wonderful master suite will vaulted ceilings and new bath. Beautiful stained glass windows,central air on first floor and master bedroom suite and much more. Views of ocean from balconies and open front porch. 1,499,000.
NEW CUSTOM OCEANFRONT HOME!!!This amazing Beachfront home is complete with 9 bedrooms and 10 full baths, divided into suites with family rooms,library, Spectacular Kitchen,5 fireplaces and the most incredible beach as your backyard. Don’t miss the full finished basement with it’s own kitchen,bathrooms(plural) work-out room, wine cellar,wet bar,movie theatre and spacious bedrooms with full view windows! All inclusive 13,500 sq foot Oceanfront resort home waiting for your special customer!! 6,495,000.
The ultimate beach getaway. Exquisitely decorated .4 bedrooms,4.5 baths, elev. 4 car heated garage, entertainment lounge with wet bar,wine ref,ice maker & ref,Chefs Kitchen,beautifuly appointed tile work in baths,hardwood. Roof deck and multi-decks with panoramic views of both river,ocean and on a clear day N.Y.C. skyline,. Come see all the amenities this gracious home has to offer.Beach Access,min. to Pier Village and NYC Ferry. $2,795,000.
One of the most spectacular historical “manor homes” on the Jersey Shore is for sale. “Kirby House”, built one blk away &at the same time as the Guggenheim Mansion (now part of Monmouth University) was featured in the book “Entertaining a Nation”. The 10-year renovation is nearing completion. Only the kitchen and one master suite are waiting for a new owner’s personal touch.The house is massive, but energy efficient; sprawling, but still feels cozy.35 rms,13 BRs,7 Full Baths&2 Half. MUST SEE!! $1,849,000.
To request a showing for any of the above properties, or any other New Jersey Shore homes, contact Dan Kurland by emailing him at dkurland@weichert.com or call (732) 233-6969 today!
Given the demographic demand, the second home market is expected to remain healthy for many years to come. The size of the second home market is significant. Analysis of the US Census Bureau data shows there are 7.5 million vacation homes and 39 million investment units in the United States, compared to 75.2 million owners-occupied homes.
The long term demand for second homes looks favorable because there are large numbers of people in their prime years for buying a second home. Currently, 38.7 million people in the United States are ages 50-59, 45.3 million people are between 40 and 49, and another 40.9 million are 30-39. These younger segments will drive the second home market over the next decade.
Vacation and investment home purchases have followed different cycles over the past two years. Investment home sales declined sharply in 2006 as sepculators dissapeared, and the pattern continued in 2007 with an 18% decline to 1.35 million sales nationaly. Vacation home sales set a record in 2006 becuase there was pent up demand from buyers who couldn’t find a property as a result of tight supplies in preceding years. in 2007, recreational property sales declined 30%.
Second home buyers know that homeownership offers imediate benefits and long-term value. in 2007 8 in 10 second home buyers see their property as a good investment. In addition, 44% of all vacation home buyers and 57% of investment buyers said they were likely to purchase another home within 2 years.
For more information on purchasing a vacation or investment property on the Jersey Shore, contact Dan Kurland at (732) 233-6969 or dkurland@weichert.com.
Vacation sales are back to traditional levels, while investment transactions returned to pre-boom sales activity.
In 2007, buyers purchasing investment homes accounted for 21% of home sales, while vacation homes made up 12% of all exsisting- and new-home sales. Sales in each segment declined more than the overall market last year. (more…)
Summertime on the Jersey Shore brings with it a variety of activities the entire family can experience together. The majority include packing up the kids and heading down the Garden State Parkway to Belmar or Pt. Pleasant. Both destinations offer the sun, sand, and signature New Jersey people watching opportunities. The boardwalks cater to the ring tossing, water gun shoot’n, frog bouncing skill sets. The smells of pizza and funnelcakes reach you as soon as the water from the foot shower hits your ankles. And there aren’t many things more refreshing than a cocktail after a long day’s work of doing nothing.
If you’re planning a Jersey Shore vacation or just got back from one, take a minute and think about the expenses incurred. Although this article is about financial responsibilities and we’re focusing on saving money, look at the time in traffic (gas) and on lines too. Also, take into account the morale cost of vacation redundancy. Now consider if you and your perennial group of friends and family would enjoy something different from the norm, but still involves relaxing in your beach chair with a cool beverage and making up a variety of games to play while focusing on the “eye spy”. (more…)
Buyers use NJ Licensed Realtors to find their second home. In searching for a second home, 53% of vacation home buyers and 52% of investment buyers purchased through a licensed Realtor. However only 15% of both vacation buyers and investment buyers purchased directly from an owner they knew in advance.
Given the demographic demand, the 
