ICONIC BAY WATERFRONT • OCEAN CITY, NJ • GREAT EGG HARBOR BAY • PRIVATE DOCK & DEEP-WATER ACCESS • 4 BEDROOMS • 3 BATHS • LUXURY WATERFRONT LIVING - Welcome to 144 Bay Road - an extraordinary open bayfront residence in one of Ocean City, NJ's most coveted waterfront locations. Positioned near the Ocean City Yacht Club and Whale Tail Lagoon, this exceptional 4-bedroom, 3-bath luxury home captures panoramic Great Egg Harbor Bay views, spectacular sunsets, premier boating access, and a front-row seat to Ocean City's celebrated Night in Venice. Designed for sophisticated coastal living, the residence blends timeless Hamptons elegance with the relaxed sophistication of Saint Barts. A distinctive clam-shell-infused tiled walkway leads to expansive Ipe decking and a covered waterfront porch, creating an effortless indoor-outdoor setting for entertaining, relaxing, and watching boats and sailboats glide across the bay. Motorized screens, blinds, exterior hurricane shutters, and a second-floor bayfront awning enhance comfort and privacy. For the boating enthusiast, this is a rare opportunity to own deep-water bayfront property with exceptional boating infrastructure. The newer 2022 bulkhead, approval for a 50-foot pier and 14-foot beam boat lift, dock, and direct deep-water access provide an outstanding setting for boating, fishing, and offshore adventures. There is also room to add a pool, creating the potential for an extraordinary waterfront retreat. Inside, exceptional craftsmanship and premium materials define every space. Vintage oak hardwood floors, custom solid oak doors, Andersen windows and sliders, Velux skylights, and carefully selected finishes complement the home's elevated coastal aesthetic. The gourmet chef's kitchen is equipped with Sub-Zero refrigeration, Wolf induction cooktop and oven, Miele dishwasher, Corian countertops and backsplash, and premium Blum Servo-Drive cabinetry. The spectacular bayfront primary suite features sweeping water views and a spa-inspired bath with heated floors, Dornbracht fixtures, and a Bain Ultra illuminated air tub. Additional luxury and infrastructure include a natural gas fireplace in the second-floor family room, three-zone HVAC, rooftop Kohler 14,000-watt natural gas generator, Noritz tankless water heater, second-floor laundry with gas dryer, security system, garage storage loft, full sprinkler system, motorized exterior screens, and motorized aluminum hurricane shutters. A truly exceptional piece of Ocean City waterfront. Schedule your private showing and experience 144 Bay Road for yourself.
For sale
Price cut: $25K (8/28)
$4,274,000
144 Bay Rd, Ocean City, NJ 08226
4beds
2,020sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
3,000 Square Feet Lot
$4,008,400 Zestimate®
$2,116/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Private dockCovered waterfront porchVintage oak hardwood floorsThree-zone hvacExceptional boating infrastructureVelux skylightsCustom solid oak doors
- 137 days
- 723
- 25
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mary Oteri 856-366-9577,
BHHS FOX and ROACH-Simpson OC,
Stephen Christopher Oteri 856-220-7665,
BHHS FOX and ROACH-Simpson OC
Source: SJSRMLS,MLS#: 608068
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Den/TV Room, Dining Room, Recreation/Family
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Burglar Alarm, Disposal, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Stove, Microwave, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Kitchen Island, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Shades, Insulated Windows
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,020
- Total interior livable area: 2,020 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch, Porch Screened
- Exterior features: Boat Slip, Deck, Fenced Yard, Porch, Porch Screened
- Has spa: Yes
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Bay Front, Bulkheaded
- Frontage type: Bay/Harbor
Lot
- Size: 3,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 100
- Features: Cul-De-Sac
Details
- Parcel number: 5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System, Smoke/Fire Alarm, Burglar Alarm
Location
- Region: Ocean City
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $2,116/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $940,700
- Annual tax amount: $10,912
- Date on market: 5/20/2026
- Date available: 05/20/2026
- Inclusions: Shades
Estimated market value
$4,008,400
$3.81M - $4.21M
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2026 | Price change | $4,274,000-0.6%$2,116/sqft |
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| 5/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $4,299,000+364.8%$2,128/sqft |
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| 10/22/2009 | Sold | $925,000-28.6%$458/sqft |
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| 7/15/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,295,000+65%$641/sqft |
Source: Battersea-Ocean City #344779 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2002 | Sold | $785,000$389/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $10,912 +3.4% | $940,700 |
| 2025 | $10,555 | $940,700 |
| 2024 | $10,555 +4.8% | $940,700 |
| 2023 | $10,075 +6.6% | $940,700 |
| 2022 | $9,454 +2.8% | $940,700 |
| 2021 | $9,200 +1.1% | $940,700 |
| 2020 | $9,097 +101.9% | $940,700 |
| 2019 | $4,506 | $940,700 |
| 2018 | $4,506 -47.2% | $940,700 |
| 2017 | $8,532 +1.3% | $940,700 |
| 2016 | $8,419 +1.5% | $940,700 |
| 2015 | $8,297 +17.8% | $940,700 +12.4% |
| 2014 | $7,045 +7.5% | $836,700 |
| 2013 | $6,551 | $836,700 |
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