5 Cove Drive, Waretown, NJ 08758
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FOR SALE

$550,000

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,020 sqft

5 Cove Drive, Waretown, NJ 08758

Est. Mortgage $3,989/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1962
$539/sqft
1 Car Garage
HOA $280/mo

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 5 Cove Drive.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Showings will start November 7th *****Bring your vision and creativity to this 2-bedroom, 1-bath diamond in the rough offering 63 feet of waterfront complete with a bulkhead and dock! Step inside to a spacious living room with plenty of possibilities, including the potential to create a separate home office or additional living space. The sunroom at the back of the home is a wonderful place to relax and enjoy the water views, with natural sunlight providing warmth even during the winter months. With its desirable waterfront location and plenty of potential, this home is ready for someone to make it their own. Bring your ideas and transform this property into your perfect waterfront retreat!
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Sara Laird, (609) 693-4962
Weichert Realtors-Forked River
Source: MoreMLS, MLS#22633729

Home Details for 5 Cove Drive

Interior Features

Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1020 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: SlopingExterior: Dock, SwimmingFoundation: Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Paved,Driveway
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: LagoonOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 9

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1962
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Not a New Construction
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Personal itemsIncluded in Sale: Stove, Refrigerator, Gas CookingParcel Number: 2100166000000021

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $550,000Price Per Sqft: $539

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: WaretownCommunity: Skippers Cove
School Information
Elementary School: WaretownJr High / Middle School: Southern RegHigh School: Southern Reg

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 22633729

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1020 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Common AreaNo HOAHOA Fee: $280/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 22633729

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 31, 2026
Source: MoreMLS #22633729
Listed For Sale
$550,000
May 4, 1999
Source: N/A
Sold
$120,000

Around this home

What Locals Say about Waretown

At least 36 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 86 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 72 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 38 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 32 % Say there are community events

  • 28 % Say there are sidewalks

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  • Debbie Lacidonia
    "This is a quiet area We look out for each other here people are friendly and there is a lot of community support. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I don’t own a dog but. Hear they have a dog park. Also, it’s pretty quite. There are no sidewalks for walking but that isn’t uncommon around here. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I love Waretown. My neighbors are friendly and the school district is great. There are beautiful parks here like wells mills county park."
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    "It’s quiet and people are nice. There is a really nice lake around here but where you can take your kids "
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  • Sondra C. .
    "Small town nice location small business water lagoon family organization not too big friendly neighbor "
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  • Erin D.
    "There’s no dog park which is a bit disappointing but the kids parks they do have need to get updated and redone"
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  • Kreyoh
    "This is an active adult community, gated with a award winning golf course and an award winning club house with a restaurant, indoor and outdoor pool , tennis courts and plenty of activities to keep everyone busy ! "
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  • Erin D.
    "It’s not too bad. Wish it was more about the community though and that the parks be renovated completely. "
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  • Kreyoh
    "We have 2 dogs on the invisible fencing ! We see many people walking their dogs . They always pick up whatever the dogs drop ! We are also close to the Barnegat Waretown trail with plenty of parking ! "
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  • Adam P.
    "Good schools , not much to do in the general area unless it’s summer time on LBI, other than that there’s not much around besides a few gyms , Atlantic City is about 40 mins away "
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  • Sdingfeld77
    "Quiet and convenient access to local beaches and local amenities. This is a great place to raise children. "
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  • Donna S. F.
    "It’s a dog loving kind of town. I see people walking their dogs every night and got to know many from walking mine. "
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  • Mdigiovanni50
    "Nothing great are double dead end col de sac home. Thang Avertisment lot detached work shop big yard friendly neighborhood. Very quiet . Fenced in yard. Very saren "
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  • Rita K.
    "It is difficult to walk your dog here and keep it on the sidewalk without it doing his business on people’s lawns. People that do not own dogs get real upset if the dogs should P on the lawn."
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  • Rita K.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for almost 10 years and enjoy the security and friendliness of the people that live here."
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  • Dorothy A.
    "Barnegat Beach in Waretown, NJ is a beautiful place to live. What struck us was how quiet it is, peaceful. Crime is very low, friendly neighbors, good schools. The bay, marinas and bay front restaurants are all within walking distance. Beaches, LBI, Seaside Heights, and lots of shopping are all within 20 minute drive. It has just about everything."
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  • Inger A. T.
    "Waretown has some of the best schools in the area, great shopping and restaurants, easy access to parks and walking trail. Close to the Garden State Parkway Exit 69."
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  • Dga1052
    "This is really resort style living. Great facilities, excellent value and really nice people."
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  • mhelle2
    "lovely, quiet & safe area to raise family. Easy access to highway, fishing and marinas. Friendly community."
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  • Robkovackpga5
    "I used to work in the area and enjoyed living in Waretown very much. I especially enjoyed the very close services and amenities all in walking distance....public library, elementary schools, police station, fire station, daycare, parks recreations, and much more....all walking distance. "
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Market trends in Waretown

Last updated September 2026
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Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$550K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-0.8%)
Since last year
Increased$47K (+9.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$436K (+363%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +130% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
November 2026$556K
October 2026$550K
September 2026$560K
August 2026$561K
July 2026$554K
June 2026$564K
May 2026$553K
April 2026$536K
March 2026$528K
February 2026$510K
January 2026$503K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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Sold Price
Sold Date
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Bath
Sqft
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0.18
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3
1
1,327
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0.42
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$265,000
02/02/26
2
1
748
28 Pennsylvania Avenue, Waretown, NJ
0.18
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$380,000
06/30/26
2
1.5
1,218
16 Peg Leg Way, Waretown, NJ
0.17
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$675,000
08/28/26
2
2
1,524
164 Main Street, Waretown, NJ
0.49
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$380,000
12/19/25
3
1
1,120
56 Atlantic Ave, Waretown, NJ
0.43
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$362,000
06/30/26
3
1
1,324
17 Pennsylvania Ave, Waretown, NJ
0.12
Single-Family Home
$407,000
05/06/26
3
2
1,368
16 Davey Jones Way, Waretown, NJ
0.29
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$600,000
04/24/26
3
2
1,402

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
7 Cove Dr, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.01
$558,900
2
1
1,138
Off Market
3 Cove Dr, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.01
$590,200
2
1
1,350
Off Market
9 Cove Dr, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.02
$589,400
2
2
1,410
Off Market
1 Cove Dr, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.03
$623,200
2
1
1,128
Off Market
4 Cove Dr, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.03
$405,000
3
1
1,410
Off Market
6 Cove Dr, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.03
$372,900
2
1
862
Off Market
8 Cove Dr, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.04
$387,200
2
1
1,268
Off Market
22 Hawkins Way, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.04
$449,300
3
2
1,474
Off Market
11 Cove Dr, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.04
$653,000
3
2
2,087
Off Market
20 Hawkins Way, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.05
-
3
1
1,306
Off Market
10 Cove Dr, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.05
$351,700
2
1
1,057
Off Market
27 Hawkins Way, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.05
$682,800
1
1.5
1,451
Off Market
25 Hawkins Way, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.05
$639,300
3
2
1,408
Off Market
18 Hawkins Way, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.06
$414,600
3
1.5
1,500
Off Market
23 Hawkins Way, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.06
$667,200
3
2
1,598
Off Market
21 Hawkins Way, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.07
$846,400
5
2
3,132
Off Market
3 Cedar Ave, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.07
$583,700
2
2
1,096
Off Market
16 Hawkins Way, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.07
$427,800
3
2
1,306
Off Market
5 Cedar Ave, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.07
$757,100
5
2
2,252
Off Market
19 Hawkins Way, Waretown, NJ 08758
0.08
$619,800
3
2
1,850
Recently Sold

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Agent Phone: (609) 693-4962
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Frequently asked questions about 5 Cove Drive

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 5 Cove Drive?
    Based on a $550,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 5 Cove Drive in Waretown, NJ is approximately $3,760 (about $3,002 principal & interest, $683 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Waretown?
    Residents describe Waretown, NJ as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Waretown, NJ.
  • What are the closest schools to 5 Cove Drive?
    The closest schools to 5 Cove Drive in Waretown, NJ are Frederic A Priff Elementary School (rated 5/10), Waretown Elementary School (Pre-K).
  • What is 5 Cove Drive estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5 Cove Drive in Waretown, NJ is $549,700.
  • Does 5 Cove Drive have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5 Cove Drive in Waretown, NJ has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 5 Cove Drive?
    The lot at 5 Cove Drive in Waretown, NJ is about 0.15 acres (6,534 sq ft).
5 Cove Drive, Waretown, NJ 08758 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,020 sqft single-family home built in 1962. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MoreMLS on Oct 25, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 22633729.