Manahawkin Commons at 601 Washington Avenue presents a premier retail leasing opportunity with 1,800 to 8,905 square feet of partially built-out space, ready to be customized for a range of commercial uses. Anchored by a newly redeveloped ShopRite, the center features upgraded façades, a newly striped parking lot, modern monument signage, and central heating and air conditioning. Positioned in line with other retail and supported by rear-loading and storage capabilities, the space is designed for operational efficiency.
Join a dynamic tenant mix, including HomeGoods, T.J. Maxx, Michaels, and Regal Cinemas, drives consistent daily traffic, while outparcel retailers such as Dunkin’, McDonald’s, and Great Clips enhance demand. This synergy creates a high-performing retail environment ideal for food, service, medical, and soft goods tenants.
Strategically positioned along Route 72 and just off the Garden State Parkway, Manahawkin Commons benefits from exceptional regional connectivity and exposure to over 50,000 vehicles per day along Barnegat Road. As the primary corridor linking mainland New Jersey to Long Beach Island, this location captures both commuter and seasonal shore traffic. The surrounding retail landscape includes major national anchors such as BJ’s Wholesale Club, Walmart Supercenter, Aldi, and Chipotle, reinforcing the corridor as a dominant shopping destination. Nearby community drivers, such as Stafford Township Arts Center and McKinley Avenue Elementary School, also contribute to steady daily traffic.
Manahawkin serves as the gateway to Long Beach Island, blending a stable year-round population with a significant seasonal influx that drives retail demand. The center draws from a strong demographic of 120,000 residents within a 10-mile radius, supported by $1.8 billion in annual consumer spending and a median household income of $102,000. Manahawkin Commons stands as a vibrant, grocery-anchored retail destination in a high-growth shore market, offering tenants the ability to capitalize on sustained foot traffic, regional draw, and long-term leasing upside.
Larry Rothstein
Saker ShopRites Inc
