Week of October 27th
Your weekly snapshot of the LBI market — featured properties, new listings, market trends, and key movements.
A Note from The Guarino Team
Ship Bottom Shines & Fall Market Makes Final Push
What a weekend in Ship Bottom! The annual Trunk or Treat was an absolute hit — our volunteers really killed it, and it was incredible to see our local businesses and community shine. Events like this remind us just how special the island really is.
With Local Summer officially behind us, we’ve updated our LBI Happy Hour Guide to reflect the off-season hours — and there are some exciting new additions. Delaware Ave Oyster House and Hotel LBI have both launched off-season-only happy hours, and the best part? You can finally get a seat at Delaware Ave! You’ll find the full updated guide below.
From a real estate perspective, the fall market isn’t dead yet. In fact, we may have seen one last push this past week with 13 new listings hitting the market — bringing total island inventory to 122 active listings. This may be one of the last weeks we see inventory gains as the holiday season approaches and many sellers begin to pause until the new year.
As always, we’re here to help you navigate the island’s market year-round — whether you’re exploring new listings, evaluating investment opportunities, or just looking for local recommendations. Contact us anytime at 609-467-4061.
– Beau, The Guarino Team
What transpired in the past two weeks (10/22 - 10/28)
3 Properties Contracted
13 New Listings
4 Cancelled Listing(s)
Change in Inventory:
+6 Homes
🆕 Newest Listings
📍 228 N 14th Street, Surf City
228 N 14th Street — Brand-New Surf City Luxury Build
Welcome to your LBI dream home! This brand-new 2,520 sq ft. residence in Surf City offers the ideal blend of luxury and coastal living—just a short walk from the beach and the town’s finest shops, restaurants, and attractions. Scheduled for completion in December 2025, the home is thoughtfully designed by CWB Architecture and expertly built by Ted Fluehr Builders. Now offered at $2,795,000.
Featuring 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms—including two primary suites—and a living room on each floor, the layout offers a perfect balance of privacy and gathering space for family and guests. The top floor is the heart of the home, showcasing an open-concept living area with soaring 12-foot ceilings, a designer kitchen, dining space, and a spacious living room with a built-in fireplace clad in Nemo Capri tile with a slat-wood surround.
Property Highlights
- 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms across 2,520 sq ft. of luxury living space.
- Designed by CWB Architecture and built by Ted Fluehr Builders; completion expected December 2025.
- Two primary suites and dual living rooms—one on each level—ideal for hosting family and guests.
- Open-concept top floor with 12’ ceilings and designer kitchen with SMI Calcutta Dorado quartz, custom cabinetry, and premium Wolf & GE Café appliances.
- 3-stop elevator provides seamless access to all levels.
Quality Craftsmanship & Finishes
- High-performance Andersen 400 Series windows and CertainTeed Cedar Impressions siding.
- Custom trim work and Brentwood Hills hardwood flooring throughout.
- Top-floor primary suite with walk-in closet and spa-like bath featuring custom MSI tile.
- Metal & stone accents on the front façade; epoxy-coated floors in the two-car garage and storage areas.
Outdoor & Lifestyle Perks
- Private backyard oasis with a 10′ × 20′ saltwater in-ground pool and enclosed Lanai room.
- Expansive paver driveway, backyard patio, and outdoor shower.
- Maintenance-forward materials and a Homeowners Warranty for worry-free ownership.
- Short walk to Surf City’s beaches, shops, dining and attractions.
Interested in scheduling a showing before completion? Please contact Drew at 609-467-4061—we’d love to give you a closer look at this exceptional new build.
🏡 Quick Snapshot
| Price | $2,795,000 |
| Bedrooms / Bathrooms | 5 beds, 3.5 baths |
| Square Footage | 2,520 sq ft |
| Builder / Architect | Ted Fluehr Builders / CWB Architecture |
| Completion | December 2025 |
| Notable Features | Two primary suites, dual living rooms, 3-stop elevator, designer finishes, 10’×20’ pool, Lanai room, custom kitchen |
| Neighborhood | Surf City — walkable to beach, bay, dining & local favorites |
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