On the American Atlantic coast you’ll find the gorgeous town of Manasquan, New Jersey. What once was peppered with traditional beach bungalows is now populated by single-family homes that make the most out of coastal living.
If you are looking to settle down in this town, you can look no further than this list of the best custom home builders in Manasquan to help you build the home of your dreams. These builders were chosen based on their background, experience, and local knowledge of building practices in the area. These firms will make your construction process feel effortless.
Monetti Custom Homes
651 Oceanview Rd, Brielle, NJ 08730
Across Monmouth and Ocean County, NJ, the Monetti name has been well-established since 1948 for its quality custom home building and restoration practice. Today, Robert Monetti continues the family legacy through his own firm, Monetti Custom Homes. Robert’s company exclusively offers custom home building and home restoration services and in 2014 it was the recipient of the Qualified Remodeler Master Design Award.
An example of Robert’s work is this traditional beachfront home in Seaside. Built immediately after the Superstorm “Sandy,” this 10,000 square-foot home was completed in collaboration with BOL Architecture PA and Warmboard Radiant. The home was the result of the owner’s vision of a traditional, shingle-style beach house. Overall, the home feels playful, thanks to its creative finish selections. Millwork elements also serve to define the home’s open spaces.
CMM Custom Homes
1551 NJ-138, Wall Township, NJ 07719
CMM Custom Homes, led by Christopher Amato, has been building and designing custom homes in the Monmouth and Ocean County communities since 1983. The firm employs a team of local suppliers and trade partners in addition to its own in-house employees in order to design and build high-caliber custom homes. The firm was the recipient of two 2020 FAME awards by the Shore Builders Association of Central New Jersey, Inc. in the “Best Custom Home $600,000-$1M” and the “Best Custom Home $1M-$2M” categories.
An example of CMM’s work is pictured below. This 9,200-square-foot home in Avon-by-the-Sea is the perfect example of cozy, coastal living. For this project, the owners teamed up with architect Jason Lusardi and CMM to design a home that took advantage of its location’s curb appeal from both the river and the road. The five-bedroom, 4.5-bathroom home is laid out in an open concept plan, which was achieved through creative ceiling treatments, box beams, and trim work. Other unique features of the home include stained glass transoms, a traditional wood-burning fireplace, copper details, elegant curves, and a nautical-inspired faux window. The home also includes a wrap-around porch so that the owners can enjoy both the view and the breeze from the Shark River.
Degnan Design Build
2400 NJ-71, Spring Lake, NJ 07762
Since 1986, Degnan Design Build has completed hundreds of residential and commercial projects. The firm is led by CEO Tom Degnan, a lifelong Jersey Shore resident committed to celebrating the natural beauty of Jersey Shore along with the area’s craftsmanship, history, and the coastal architecture found throughout the area. The firm is proud of its local roots and its relationship with architects, designers, and craftsmen who specialize in transforming old homes.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. This vintage home in Cape May was inspired by the classic Victorian architectural style. The pitched roof with dormer windows as well as the large porch and decorative railings call to mind the styles of the Industrial Revolution and the architectural freedom of that period. The home’s asymmetrical shape adds to its charm, which extends to its interiors, where classic woodwork is the dominant material. The wrap-around porch, in particular, allows homeowners to enjoy indoor/outdoor living — a perk that allows them to take in the view from the comfort of their home.
Gambrick
859 Arnold Ave #22, Point Pleasant, NJ 08742
Serving the communities of Monmouth and Ocean County, Gambrick is a company with a local building legacy that spans three generations. In New Jersey, the firm’s name is synonymous with quality custom home building, and this reputation is something the firm continues to maintain to this day. In terms of service, the firm offers budget-driven restorations, repairs, and remodels. Its particular focus is on luxury new homes and additions.
The luxury custom home featured here is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. The new build is over 6,000 square feet, with five bedrooms, six bathrooms, and a full basement and attic. The exterior features white lap siding with a real stone veneer and black framed windows and doors. The roof is Timberline black shingled, with black metal accent roofing. Other custom features include Marvin windows and doors, Azek trim work, and HB&G columns. In addition to hardscaping, Paver patios, custom-built coffered ceilings, wainscoting, and built-in shelving, the home also has a full eat-in kitchen with a dining room and pantry.
MAC Builders
3005 Route 88, Point Pleasant, NJ 08742
MAC Builders is a family-owned and operated business currently led by Michael Colucci. He got his start in the building industry four decades ago working with his stepfather. Today, Michael has assembled a reliable team of professionals who have helped the firm build major residential developments, going from vacant land to completion.
The firm operates with the philosophy of completing projects, whether they be custom-built new properties or remodels, on time and on budget. Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. This traditional manor’s exterior focal point is its symmetry. The home is also embraced by greenery, earning it the nickname of “Nature-Nestled Manor.” Aside from the usual inclusions of bedrooms and bathrooms, the home’s other amenities include an eat-in kitchen, a spacious living room, a two-car garage, and a backdoor patio.
Padula Builders
2430 Hwy 34, Bldg. A, Suite 210, Manasquan, NJ 08736
Founded in 1987, Padula Builders is a full-service luxury builder offering new construction and renovation services throughout New Jersey. Led by Lou Padula, the firm works closely with its team and all subcontractors to ensure the delivery of first-rate services to its clients at all times. The company is particularly skilled when it comes to handling coastal construction codes and techniques. The firm has its history to back up this expertise, having built one hundred homes that withstood Superstorm Sandy.
An example of the firm’s work is pictured below. This Toms River home has an exquisite exterior inspired by the English cottages of old. The mixed materials and siding make the home look gracefully aged and textured at the same time, lending an air of old-world craftsmanship to the otherwise modern structure. Inside, you will find the same graceful qualities including a stone fireplace and wall, tastefully furnished rooms, and light and neutral color palettes. Water also plays an important role in the home’s composition, allowing the occupants to enjoy an indoor/outdoor lifestyle that takes advantage of the views of the river.
Herrmann Construction
52 Taylor Ave, Manasquan, NJ 08736
Herrmann Construction is well-versed in the local building scene of Jersey Shore, thanks to its thirty years of service in the area. Whether building a new home or renovating an existing one, the firm has a commitment to craftsmanship and quality. It makes a point of collaborating closely with clients in order to achieve the home of clients’ dreams.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. This Beachfront home has the aesthetic influence of old-world homes, thanks to its tall, structured stature and the inclusion of a front porch. With the home situated just by the beach, the outdoor lounging space fronting the house is a welcome addition and allows for maximized indoor/outdoor space where the homeowners can enjoy the beautiful ocean sights and sounds and the refreshing breeze, all from the comfort of their own home.
Ingalls Custom Contracting
2307 Hwy. 71, Spring Lake Hts, NJ 07762
Throughout Monmouth, Ocean, and Middlesex counties, Ingalls Custom Contracting has built a reputation as a top custom builder. The firm offers a comprehensive list of services, including carpentry, woodworking, new home construction, renovations, additions, and construction management. Led by Michael Ingalls, the firm is proud to provide both residential and commercial clients with all levels of home and business improvement services.
This custom home in Rumson is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. This traditional-style home immediately calls the viewer’s attention to its unique window groupings and the way it expands horizontally. This kind of layout clues viewers into the functionality and spaciousness of the floor plan, a quality that also extends to the home’s outdoor spaces. Behind the home, you will find a patio with an outdoor kitchen and grill, and further outside, within the lot, there is a detached pool house that includes a lounge area with a TV where residents can rest after enjoying a refreshing swim in the pool.
Jersey Shore Custom Builders
713 Harbor Rd, Brick, NJ 08724
Acknowledged in 2018 as “One of the Best” Builders in Ocean County by the Asbury Park Press Readers Choice Awards, Jersey Shore Custom Builders is a premier home builder, house lifter, and renovation specialist serving the Jersey Shore area since 2015. The firm, led by CEO Craig Alsdorf, is proud of its ability to offer comprehensive in-house services through its experienced team of consultants, in-house designers, leading tradespeople, and quality vendors.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. Built in Point Pleasant Beach, this oceanfront home was completed in 2018 and features a classic, all-white exterior with a grey, box gable roof. The home also has a front deck and several terraces which overlook the ocean. In this home, indoor and outdoor living are combined, thanks to easy access points such as a sliding door that allows the ocean breeze to waft into the room at any time of the day.
Lead Dog Custom Homes
219 East Bergen Pl, Red Bank, NJ 07701
Michael Villane, president of Lead Dog Custom Homes, has over 25 years of experience in the home building industry. Michael started his business after the collapse of the housing industry in 2009 and it has since grown into one of the leading custom home builders in Monmouth county and beyond.
Lead Dog offers custom homes, renovations, and construction management services to discerning homeowners in the area. The firm is proud of its local knowledge and its ability to deliver custom properties, quality renovations, and top-notch service. An example of the firm’s work on a residential project is this home on Hance Road in Rumson. The traditional two-story Craftsman home has a classic-looking exterior with a gabled roof and expansive porch. The window groupings and their dark shutters add contrast to the white-painted façade. Rather than expanding vertically, beyond a second story, the home expands horizontally, facilitating the ease of movement from one functional space to another.
Dearborn Builders Inc.
2422 State Hwy Route 34, Wall, NJ 08736
When Ed Dearborn founded Dearborn Builders Inc., it was with the goal of applying his extensive local knowledge of the area to building homes along the New Jersey coast. Ed started crafting homes at the age of 19 and since then he has developed an impressive amount of experience when it comes to building homes specific to the region.
Ed and his team follow the philosophy “Built for Life,” which means the firm builds according to its clients’ lifestyles and for the generations to come. An example of the firm’s work is pictured below. This beach house was completed in collaboration with Tory Haynes Interiors and Atlantic Architectural Millwork and was featured in an issue of Coastal Living. The L-shaped home features a charming exterior of mixed materials and different kinds of window groupings. Other notable features include a front porch and a two-car garage.
MPC Builders
129 Sea Girt Ave., Rear Building, Manasquan, NJ 08736
Michael J. Parnell, principal of MPC Builders, is a formidable figure in the construction management industry. Michael has completed over $564 million dollars worth of residential and commercial projects. Michael also has an extensive background in a wide range of markets, including hotel, hospitality, higher education, high-density housing, pharmaceutical, residential, retail, and sports/entertainment.
In Jersey Shore, Monmouth, and Ocean counties, the firm has put a strong focus on custom home building, putting its large-scale project expertise into an affordable package for homeowners. Below is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. This home on Ridge Road was built for a referral client who had his own background in construction and was quite discerning. The firm was able to build the client’s 7,000 square-foot home in just eleven months, finishing a week ahead of its projected completion date despite some hiccups along the way, including a three-week loss of working time due to freezing temperatures and snow in the first two months.
martin builders, LLC
2220 Landmark Pl, Suite 3, Manasquan, NJ 08736
Greg M. Heine started g. martin builders out of his passion for craftsmanship. Greg takes pleasure in renovating, restoring, and building new custom homes especially in the coastal towns of Monmouth and Ocean counties. The firm believes that a project should enhance the lives of its owners, which is why it does its part in making the process as seamless as possible.
Pictured below is an example of the firm’s work on a residential project. This charming house in Spring Lake is the perfect symbol of inviting country living. The expansive lawn and landscaping add to the warm feel of the home. Its front porch, with its square columns, adds a grand appearance to the otherwise simple exterior of the house. Behind the home, there is an outdoor grill and lounge area, as well as a pergola to shade the outdoor dining area.
Shore Home Builders Inc.
804 Rt 71 Spring Lake Heights, NJ 07762
With over thirty years of experience building luxury waterfront homes, Anthony Garofalo leads Shore Home Builders Inc. as it offers custom home building services tailored to clients’ needs and desires. Anthony and his firm’s name are well-respected in the Jersey Shore community, thanks to their professionalism, knowledge, and the consistent quality of their work. Anthony has been involved in constructing, buying and selling almost $500,000,000 million dollars worth of real estate — an experience that has set his firm apart as a leading builder of fine custom homes.
Prominently situated on a 150′ x 150′ lot in the heart of Spring Lake, only a block to the beach, this residence is a showcase of refined shore living. Designed and finished to be one of Spring Lake’s most exceptional properties, this home features eight bedrooms, eight full and two and a half baths, with four ensuites on four floors. The open floor plan allows gathering around the oversized island between the family room and the dream kitchen while the four-stop elevator access to the spacious and thoughtfully defined living quarters are unsurpassed. Other features include the master bedroom’s separate sitting area with a see-through fireplace, and the third floor’s two bedrooms and separate living room, kitchenette and two separate decks. The rear yard is designed for entertaining, with an outdoor covered porch with a warm and inviting fireplace, outdoor cabana bar, 3′ x 5′ outdoor firepit and a 16 x 32 foot saltwater gunite heated pool with seperate spa.
