For sale

$89,900

Est. $1,431/mo —

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1,000

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5 Ruth Rd, Barnegat, NJ 08005

About this home

Enjoy easy living in a quiet 55+ community just 12 minutes from Long Beach Island. Welcome to a well-maintained, move-in-ready 2-bedroom, 2-bath home. Situated on a desirable end lot with no neighbor directly beside or behind, the property offers added privacy along with a welcoming front deck and a brand-new back porch for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, the open layout provides comfortable everyday living, while the primary suite features a soaking tub and separate shower. Recent updates include a new dishwasher and washing machine, and the durable metal roof offers long-lasting value and peace of mind. A storage shed adds even more convenience. The friendly community offers a pool, clubhouse, planned activities, and a variety of amenities that make it easy to stay active, socialize, or simply enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle. With LBI’s beaches, dining, and entertainment only minutes away, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, community, and Jersey Shore living. The community fee includes lot rent, water, trash, taxes, pool, clubhouse, amenities, and planned activities, making it easy to enjoy a low-maintenance life. Schedule your private tour today!

Single-familyProperty Type

1978Year Built

$90Price/Sq.Ft.

$827/moHOA Dues

Listed by Jennifer Knorr • Keller Williams Realty Preferred Properties

•609-597-6700 (broker)

Listing updated: Oct 13, 2026 at 01:02pm

Redfin checked: a minute ago

•Source:BRIGHT MLS #NJOC2041640

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$1,431 per month

Principal and interest$503

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Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Cecil S Collins Elementary School

Public K-2 • Assigned • 4.3mi

Russell O Brackman Middle School

Public 7-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi

4/10

Barnegat High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.7mi

3/10

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5 Ruth Rd · $89,900

Strong offer

$89.85K and above

75% chance or better to win

Why $89.85K+ is a strong offer

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
Eat-in kitchen
6 total rooms
No basement

Bedrooms
Two bedrooms on the main level
Room list includes living room, master bedroom, kitchen, and an additional bedroom

Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms (both on the main level)

Kitchen
Eat-in kitchen

Laundry & utility
Laundry on the main floor

Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (oil)
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 5 Ruth Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Date

Event

Price

BRIGHT MLS #NJOC2041640

Oct 13, 2026

Price Changed

$89,900

$90/sq ft

Oct 5, 2026

Price Changed

$99,900

$100/sq ft

Sep 14, 2026

Price Changed

$109,900

$110/sq ft

Aug 24, 2026

Price Changed

$114,900

$115/sq ft

Jul 28, 2026

Price Changed

$119,900

$120/sq ft

Jun 15, 2026

Price Changed

$124,900

$125/sq ft

May 14, 2026

Price Changed

$129,900

$130/sq ft

Apr 24, 2026

Listed

$139,900

$140/sq ft

MOMLS #22611305

Oct 13, 2026

Price Changed

$89,900

$90/sq ft

Oct 5, 2026

Price Changed

$99,900

$100/sq ft

Sep 14, 2026

Price Changed

$109,900

$110/sq ft

Aug 24, 2026

Price Changed

$114,900

$115/sq ft

Jul 28, 2026

Price Changed

$119,000

$119/sq ft

Jun 15, 2026

Price Changed

$124,900

$125/sq ft

May 11, 2026

Price Changed

$129,900

$130/sq ft

Apr 22, 2026

Listed

$139,900

$140/sq ft

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Enjoy easy living just 12 minutes from Long Beach Island in this well-maintained, move-in-ready 2-bedroom, 2-bath 55+ home. Set on a desirable end lot with no neighbor directly beside or behind, it offers added privacy, a welcoming front deck, and a brand-new back porch for relaxing or entertaining. Inside, the open layout provides comfortable everyday living, while the primary suite features a soaking tub and separate shower. Recent updates include a new dishwasher and washing machine, and the durable metal roof offers long-lasting value. A storage shed adds convenience. The community fee includes lot rent, water, trash, taxes, pool, clubhouse, amenities, and planned activities, making it easy to enjoy a low-maintenance Jersey Shore lifestyle.

BRIGHT MLS #1004807524

Apr 8, 2010

Listed

$10,000

$10/sq ft

MOMLS #20904861

Feb 2, 2009

Listed

$29,000

$29/sq ft

MOMLS #20830598

Aug 1, 2008

Listed

$69,900

$70/sq ft

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Last updated by owner on Apr 13, 2023.

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Redfin Estimate for 5 Ruth Rd

$96,024

$6,124 over list price of $90K

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Rental earnings

Est. $2,652 per month, based on comparable rentals

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