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Canal-front Homes for Sale in New Jersey

Listings reported on a canal. A canal does not by itself mean open-water or ocean access; bridges and depth can limit boats.

1 participating MyStateMLS listing reports this water type. A listing can report more than one water type. Search canal-front rentals.

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Photo 1 of 53, home at 15 Parker's Point Blvd, Forked River Nj 08731, NJ 08731
Under contractReduced $719,310,00077 ft frontage reported

$690,000

2 beds1,440 sq ft

Barnegat BayBay, harbor, inlet or sound · CanalDirect parcel frontage

15 Parker's Point BlvdForked River Nj 08731, NJ 08731

House · MLS 11572906

Listing courtesy of CARLYLE REALTY · MyStateMLS

What to check before buying a canal-front home

A canal-front home usually has a seawall and dock space, but a canal does not by itself mean easy access to open water. Fixed bridges, shallow spots, locks and the distance to the bay or ocean decide what kind of boat can use the canal, and canal maintenance may be public, private or shared.

  • How far is open water, and are there fixed bridges, locks or shallow areas on the way? Check clearances yourself.
  • Who maintains the canal and the seawall, and are there assessments for dredging or repairs?
  • Is there a dock, lift or slip, and are they permitted and included in the sale?
  • What do the flood map and an insurance quote say for this house?

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Water type is what each listing reports, not an independent survey. Listings provided by MyStateMLS. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.