$749,999

Looking for a home near the beach in Ocean Gate, NJ, with plenty of space, flexible living areas and the relaxed lifestyle of a Jersey Shore waterfront community? Welcome to 317 East Lakewood Avenue. Just a short distance from the beach and Toms River waterfront, this elevated Ocean Gate home offers approximately 2,016 square feet of living space, 3 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and a versatile bonus room, with a layout designed for comfortable year-round living and easy Shore life. The main living level feels bright, open and inviting. A spacious living room flows naturally into the kitchen and casual dining area, while a separate dining room provides additional space for meals, holidays and entertaining. The kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, generous counter space and stainless steel appliances, with sliding glass doors nearby opening directly onto the expansive upper deck. That deck creates a natural extension of the living space. Imagine morning coffee outside, dinner in the evening breeze, or simply unwinding after a day by the water. Also on this level is a full, handicapped accessible, bathroom and flexible bonus room, ideal for a home office, den, hobby space or guest area. Another unique feature is the home's dedicated elevator shaft, thoughtfully incorporated into the design and offering the possibility of adding an elevator in the future, subject to applicable requirements and approvals. Upstairs, the generously sized primary bedroom includes a walk-in closet and private full bath. Two additional bedrooms, another full bathroom and additional storage complete the upper level. The raised construction creates substantial covered ground-level space for parking, storage and outdoor use, while the backyard provides additional room to enjoy the Shore lifestyle. Seller provided 1 year Home Protection Plan adds additional peace of mind. But 317 East Lakewood Avenue is about more than the house itself. Living in Ocean Gate, New Jersey means enjoying the feel of a small Jersey Shore waterfront town every day. Spend summer afternoons at the local beach, or along the boardwalk, head to the pier, enjoy fishing and crabbing, then catch Golden Hour at the water's edge. Here, the Shore is not just somewhere you visit, it becomes part of your everyday routine. Whether you're searching for a year-round home near the beach in Ocean County, a raised Jersey Shore home, or a coastal property with generous indoor and outdoor living space, 317 East Lakewood Avenue offers an appealing combination of space, flexibility and location. Room to live. Space to gather. Water nearby. And the Ocean Gate lifestyle waiting just outside your door. Some photos enhanced for marketing purposes.