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1868 Route 542

Bass River, NJ 08224

5 beds
3 baths
3,155 sqft
~5 acre lot
$396 per sqft
1974 build
– on site

This once-in-a-lifetime 5 acre Estate has been constructed and owned by the same family for 40 years. It is surrounded by thousands of serene N.J. Preservation Trust acres. Sit on one of the many decks and observe Bald Eagles, Red Tail Hawks, deer and hundreds of bird species. Take a short walk along The Wading River and watch otters play, hawks fish, and muskrats and mink build homes. The recently remodeled 4,000 sq.ft. 5 bedroom, 3 bath main residence features a modern chef's kitchen, large dining room, media room, sun-room, spacious family room/den with Massive Jersey Stone fireplace, basement with wood stove, metal roof, hardy plank siding, Geo-thermal heat and air with radiant floor heat, 400 amp electrical service (with 30kw Kohler generator backup), Anderson windows, outside shower, large deck with electric awning. 1.5 acres are landscaped and irrigated. High ground, Sandy storm did not affect this home. The 3,600 sq.ft. Boat house includes a fully finished office with internet and TV, main cave with wood burning stove, garage, inside dry boat storage, tractor shed, bathroom with dual shower, Anderson windows and a large 2nd story deck facing the Wading River. Inside and outside staircases and a woodshed finish off the amenity list. A separate septic system services this building. All utilities are underground. There is a fresh water artesian pond on the property. The custom kitchen includes a DACOR 6 burner gas stove, Sub-Zero refrigerator, (2) Fisher&Paykel drawer dishwashers, custom cabinetry and much more. The rear trex deck is 20x50 +/- and has a large automatic awning. The square footage inputted in MLS represents both the home and boat house.,Apartment Above Garage

Listing courtesy of MOMLS / Harry Disbrow / Coldwell Banker Riviera Realty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Apr 11, 2025 •

MLS# 22510313 —

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The Building

Year Built:

1974
New Construction:

false
Building Area Total:

3155.0
Architectural Style:

Custom, Detached, Contemporary
Roof:

Other - See Remarks
Basement:

true
Basement:

Bilco Style Doors, Crawl Space, Partial, Unfinished
Solar Panels:

true
Exterior Features:

Balcony, Outbuilding, Outdoor Shower, Patio, Security System, Shed, Sprinkler Under, Thermal Window, Solar Panels, Lighting

Interior

Interior Features:

Atrium, Balcony, French Doors, In-Law Suite, Security System, Sliding Door
Rooms Total:

10
Stories:

2
Flooring:

Cement
Fireplace:

false

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

3155.0

Location

Directions:

Route 542 to property. No sign. As of April 10, 2025 the bridge from New Gretna on 542 is under construction. Check status of work before heading that way. If it is still under construction you'll have to get to the wading river bridge and then head back towards the property.
Wetlands:

true

The Property

Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Other Structures:

Barn
View:

Waterview
Lot Features:

Wetlands, Riverview, Wooded
Parcel Number:

01-00059-0000-00003-01
Zoning Description:

Residential, Single Family
Lot Size Acres:

4.61
Lot Size Area:

4.61
Lot Size SqFt:

200811.6
Waterfront:

false
Waterfront Features:

Riverview
Inclusions:

Outdoor Lighting, AC Units, Washer, Wood Stove, Window Treatments, Water Softener, Blinds/Shades, Ceiling Fan(s), Counter Top Range, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooking, Light Fixtures, Microwave, Security System, Stove, Refrigerator, Awnings, Gas Cooking, Generator
Exclusions:

Ask about yard equipment

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

8968.0
Tax Assessed Value:

410600

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

5

Baths

Total Baths:

3.0
Total Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3

The Listing

Virtual Tour URL Unbranded:

https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=Ppk6ewLHMZE

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Propane, Radiant, Geothermal
Heating:

true
Cooling:

true
Cooling:

Multi Units

Utilities

Sewer:

Septic Tank
Water Source:

Well
Green Energy Generation:

Solar Panels Owned

The Community

Subdivision Name:

None
Association:

false

Parking

Parking Features:

Heated, Circular Driveway, Paver Block, Off Street, Oversized
Garage:

true
Garage Spaces:

2.0
Attached Garage:

false

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$1,250,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$6,693
Taxes	$747
Insurance	$343
Utilities	$270 See report
Total	$8,053/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price
4/10/25 Apr 10, 2025	Listed / Active	MOMLS	$1,250,000
7/18/24 Jul 18, 2024	Listed / Active	BRIGHT
6/4/21 Jun 4, 2021	Listed / Active	SJSRMLS

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This house located in Bass River, NJ 08224 is currently for sale for $1,250,000. 1868 Route 542 is a 3,155 square foot house with 5 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 4 days.

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