416 Blodgett Ave

Salt air and the sound of waves set the tone for everyday life in Point Pleasant Beach, a small Jersey Shore borough where Jenkinson’s Boardwalk has drawn visitors and year-round residents alike for generations. Spanning just two square miles at the northern tip of the Barnegat Peninsula, the town balances a lively beachfront scene with a genuine neighborhood feel. A few blocks inland, Arnold Avenue and Bay Avenue form a charming downtown corridor of local shops and eateries, while Green Acres Park and Gull Island offer open space for everything from softball games to waterside fishing. NJ Transit rail service connects residents to the broader region without the need for a car.

The rental market here leans toward cozy one- and two-bedroom apartments and smaller apartment communities, many within easy walking distance of the beach or downtown.