Jersey Shore Market Report: Spring Momentum from Spring Lake to S. Mantoloking | April 2025

Posted by Madison Clayton on May 4th, 2025

April 1st to May 1st

The Jersey Shore real estate market is officially in full swing. From Spring Lake to S. Mantoloking, April brought a renewed wave of buyer energy and strong demand for luxury coastal living — a clear shift from the slower pace we saw earlier this year.

In Bay Head to South Mantoloking, the market made a notable comeback. Five homes closed in April, compared to just two the month before. Even more impressive, total dollar volume skyrocketed to $13.375 million, up from $2.23 million in March and more than double February's $6.38 million. The average sale price surged to $2.675 million, marking the highest average we've seen in the past three months — a strong signal that high-end properties are moving again. The median sales price…

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If the Price Isn’t Right, It’s Not Selling — Even in Bay Head and Mantoloking

Posted by Madison Clayton on April 18th, 2025

 

Buyers are active in the market, especially along the Jersey Shore, but they’re also more selective than ever. That means pricing your home right from the start is critical — even in sought-after coastal communities like Bay Head and Mantoloking.

The Numbers Don't Lie

Recent national data shows price cuts are on the rise, returning to more “normal” pre-pandemic levels. In fact, this March saw over 300,000 listings across the country with price reductions — a clear sign that many homes are missing the mark on pricing.

Even in premium markets like along the shore like Bay Head, Mantoloking, and Spring Lake homes that are not priced appropriately are sitting on the market longer and requiring adjustments.

Why Does This Happen?

Here are a…

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2024 Year-End Real Estate Market Recap: Trends, Insights, and What to Expect in 2025 | Clayton & Clayton Realtors

Posted by Madison Clayton on December 13th, 2024

2024 Year-End Real Estate Market Recap: Trends, Insights, and What to Expect in 2025

As 2024 comes to a close, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the key trends that have shaped the real estate market in Clayton and the broader coastal regions, including Bay Head, Mantoloking, Spring Lake, and Sea Girt. We’ve seen a combination of rising prices, strong demand in the luxury market, and a steady flow of buyer interest, despite higher interest rates. In this blog, we’ll look at two recent market snapshots—the period from October 1st  to December 1st—and provide insights into what both buyers and sellers can expect in 2025.

A Look Back at October-December 2024

Bay Head to South Mantoloking: Resilient Luxury Market

From October 1st to November…

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Bay Head to S. Mantoloking - Housing Market Update - April 2023

Posted by Shawn Clayton on May 10th, 2023

Hello Friends, 

Real Estate in Spring: A Hot Market in the Making

The shore is heating up as we gear up for the opening of the summer season on Memorial Day weekend. With all the ongoing projects and preparations, the real estate market is also showing signs of increased activity. In the Bay Head to S. Mantoloking area, we had 5 pending and 6 closings on properties. However, Spring Lake to Sea Girt has been the hottest market lately with 11 new contracts in the last 38 days.

Spring in Bay Head and Mantoloking is in full bloom, and with beautiful weather coming our way, this is the perfect time for buyers to take action and make an offer before competition increases in the summer months. Waiting until summer to buy may lead to missed opportunities.

Aside from…

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Bay Head & Mantoloking - Market Snapshot for September

Posted by Shawn Clayton on October 28th, 2022

Market snapshot of the month of September  That shows that the market is still very active with regards to listing homes, pending homes and closed sales. This data is through our local MLS, for our local areas of Bay Head through Normandy Beach. This gives you an understanding of what the activity levels are. Our luxury market is still in demand but we’re definitely seeing some change in the market. If you’re ever considering knowing what your value of your home is in today market, please feel free to reach out to us...

Monthly Indicators

September 2022

For residential real estate activity in the state of New Jersey

The U.S. real estate market continues to slow as we move into fall, as rising consumer prices and higher mortgage…

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Bay Head & Mantoloking - Market Snapshot

Posted by Shawn Clayton on August 10th, 2022

Market snapshot of the month of July That shows that the market is still very active with regards to listing homes, pending homes and closed sales. This data is through our local MLS, for our local areas of Bay Head through Normandy Beach. This gives you an understanding of what the activity levels are. Our luxury market is still in demand but we’re definitely seeing some change in the market. If you’re ever considering knowing what your value of your home is in today market, please feel free to reach out to us...

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The Wealth Report

Posted by Shawn Clayton on May 17th, 2019

Record breakers

 The data providers for the Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index share 

their thoughts on the past and future performance of some of the most 

popular asset classes in the Index. We also include details of the standout 

auction sales of the past 12 months for each category.

View Full Report 

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Bay Head & Mantoloking Annual Market Report 2018

Posted by Shawn Clayton on February 21st, 2019

 Bay Head & Mantoloking Annual Market Report 2018

Clayton & Clayton is proud to present the Bay Head, New Jersey & Mantoloking Annual Market Report for 2018.

We hope you find this Report informative and helpful. As market leaders, we continuously look for new ways to meet and exceed our clients’ expectations. We are a luxury real estate boutique firm, and it is our excellent marketing program, dedicated and knowledgeable staff, uncompromising integrity

and New Jersey real estate sales experience that sets us apart. Whether you want an oceanfront home, bayfront home or any luxury home for that matter rest assured that, as a family-owned and operated firm

spanning four generations, Clayton & Clayton has a vested interest in perpetuating the…

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Bay Head & Mantoloking Mid-Year Market Report 2017

Posted by Shawn Clayton on September 2nd, 2017

  Clayton & Clayton is proud to present the Bay Head, New Jersey & Mantoloking Mid-Year Market Report for 2017. We hope you find this Report informative and helpful. As market leaders, we continuously look for new ways to meet and exceed our clients’ expectations. We are a luxury real estate boutique firm, and it is our excellent marketing program, dedicated and knowledgeable staff, uncompromising integrity and New Jersey real estate sales experience that sets us apart. Whether you want an oceanfront home, bayfront home or any luxury home for that matter rest assured that, as a family-owned and operated firm spanning four generations, Clayton & Clayton has a vested interest in perpetuating the best service in the Bay Head &…

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