$16,000,000
Bay Head, NJ 08742
MLS# 22605483
Status: Closed
8 beds | 5.2 baths | 4026 sqft
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Property Description
Inspired by the charm of coastal France, this extraordinary oceanfront estate pairs timeless French Normandy architecture with refined coastal luxury. A dramatic wall of French doors spans the rear facade, filling the interiors with natural light and seamlessly connecting the home to its breathtaking seaside setting. Thoughtfully designed for both grand entertaining & intimate retreat, the residence blends architectural character w/elevated finishes & warm, inviting spaces. Outdoors, a gunite pool is privately situated on the north side of the property, complementing the beautifully terraced gardens while preserving the home's sweeping oceanfront presence. The result is a rare and distinguished offering on coveted East Ave. in Bay Head-where classic elegance meets effortless coastal living
Details
Contract Info
Status: Closed
List Date: 2026-03-04
Sold Price: $16,000,000
Current Price: $16,000,000
List Price/SqFt: 4222.55
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Sub-Type: Detached
New Construction: No
Location
House Number: 717
Street Name: East
Street Suffix: Avenue
County: Ocean
Municipality: Bay Head (BAY)
Postal City: Bay Head
State: NJ
Zip Code: 08742
Area/Section: Bay Head
Complex/Subdivision: None
Elementary School: Bay Head
High School: Point Pleasant Beach
Directions: RT. 35 TO EAST AVE.
General Property Info
Bedrooms: 8
Full Baths: 5
Half Baths: 2
Total Baths: 5.2
Fireplace: Yes
# Fireplaces: 2
Apx SqFt: 4026
# Levels: 4
Apx Year Built: 1920
Garage: Yes
# Car Garage: 2
Acreage: 0.69
Lot Dimensions: 100 x 300
HOA: No
Pool: Yes
Waterfront: Yes
Waterview: Yes
Tax and Legal
Asmnt - Total: 6168200
Taxes: 68159
Tax Year: 2025
Status Change Info
Under Contract Date: 2026-05-15
Sold Date: 2026-06-23
Sold Price: $16,000,000
Property Features
Ownership Type: Fee Simple
Style: Custom; Other
Interior: Attic; Balcony; Beamed Ceilings; Built-in Features; Ceilings - 9Ft+ 1st Flr; Dec Molding; Exercise Room; First Floor Bedroom; French Doors; Lead Glass Window; Recessed Lighting
Foyer: Ceramic Tile; Dec Molding; Floor - Wood
Living Room: Built-Ins; Ceilings - Beamed; Dec Molding; Fireplace - Gas; Floor - Wood; French Doors
Dining Room: Dec Molding; Floor - Wood
Kitchen: Butler Pantry; Center Island; Ceramic Tile; Floor - Wood; Granite/Stone Counter; Pantry
Primary Bedroom: Fireplace - Woodburning; Floor - Wood; Full Bath
Primary Bath: Ceramic Tile; Shower Stall
Basement: Full; Heated; Other; Walk-Out Access; Workshop/ Workbench
Floors: Ceramic Tile; Wood
Cooling: 3+ Zoned AC
Heating: 3+ Zoned Heat; Natural Gas
Water Heater: Natural Gas
Exterior: Deck; Fence; Lighting; Outdoor Shower; Patio; Porch - Open; Underground Sprinkler System
Garage: Attached; Direct Access
Siding: Stucco
Roof: Shingle; Wood
Parking: Driveway; Off Street; Other
Pool: Fenced; Gunite; Heated; In Ground; Pool Equipment; Salt Water; With Spa
Included: Blinds/Shades; Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Outdoor Lighting; Refrigerator; Security System; Stove; Stove Hood; Washer
Zoning: Residential
Lot Description: Oceanfront
Water Type: Ocean Front
Assessment Status: Assessed
Rooms: Basement; Bathroom; Bedroom; Den; Dining Room; Kitchen; Living Room; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom
Basement Level: Basement
Bathroom Level: Basement; First; Second; Third
Primary Bathroom Level: Second
Bedroom Level: First; Second; Third
Den Level: First
Dining Room Level: First
Kitchen Level: First
Living Room Level: First
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Energy Features: Thermostat
Room Information
| Room Name | Level |
| Basement | Basement |
| Bathroom | Basement |
| Kitchen | First |
| Dining Room | First |
| Living Room | First |
| Den | First |
| Bedroom | First |
| Bedroom | First |
| Bathroom | First |
| Primary Bedroom | Second |
| Primary Bathroom | Second |
| Bedroom | Second |
| Bedroom | Second |
| Bedroom | Second |
| Bathroom | Second |
| Bedroom | Third |
| Bedroom | Third |
| Bathroom | Third |
Listing Office: M. Van Sciver REALTORS
Listing Agent: Michael Van Sciver
Last Updated: June - 23 - 2026
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