$1,034,788Average Value$757Average Price per Sq Ft45Homes For Sale
Coastal community near nightlife
West End is a coastal community along the Jersey Shore, about 50 miles from Newark and New York City. While some Jersey Shore beachfront communities look more like ghost towns in the winter months, West End thrives all year long. “Monmouth University has played a big role in shaping this community,” says Michael Dente, a Realtor with EXP Realty, who grew up in the county and has sold real estate locally and out of state for the past seven years. “The university enrolls thousands of students each year from around the U.S., which keeps the local nightlife going and brings a youthful energy to the town. We also have the older, more conservative crowd, and together, they balance each other well.” Cul-de-sac suburbs occupy the western part of the neighborhood, while gridded streets with shops, condos and more homes sit close to the coast.
West End
Monmouth University sit's in the West End section of Long Branch.
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Pay to play at Long Branch Beach
“When people talk about the Jersey Shore, Long Branch Beach is what they mean,” says Dente. West End’s wide, sandy beaches and oceanfront boardwalk hold something for everyone. Public beach access here comes with a fee. Adults ages 18-61 pay $6 each on weekdays and $9 on weekends, while teens 14-17 pay $3 every day. Season passes cost $70 for adults and $30 for teens. Kids 13 and under and adults 62 and older get free entry. “Unlike beach towns like Point Pleasant, which is more family-oriented, or Wildwood, which tends to be overcrowded, Long Branch has the nightlife and a relaxed ambiance that never feels too packed,” says Dente. “Even in peak season, higher prices keep crowds to a minimum.” Additionally, 2 miles north is Monmouth Park with horse races from May to September, and Wolf Hill Recreation Area, which offers an 18-hole disc golf course and two fenced dog areas.
Surfers are enjoying the waves even on a late November day at the West End.
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Shopping and dining at Pier Village
Pier Village, Long Branch’s high-end mall, is steps from the boardwalk with upscale restaurants like Salt Steakhouse and Sirena Ristorante. Other shopping centers, like the West End Avenue shopping district, are within blocks of the beach with stores like Stop & Shop for essentials. The shopping district also has several Latin American eateries, such as Matiz Shore House and Sergio’s Restaurant and Burger. In the same area, kosher delis and fine-dining restaurants, such as 656 Ocean, accommodate a growing Jewish population. West End residents also visit Butcher Block, a local butcher shop and restaurant with fresh meats. "It gets so busy, even in the off-season, that you need to know someone to get a reservation on a Saturday night,” says Dente. With college students from Monmouth University in town as the tourist season wanes, bars like Nip-N-Tuck, Celtic Cottage Pub and The Wine Loft stay open late throughout the week.
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Celebrations include Oceanfest, Jazz & Blues Festival
Every August, Brighton Avenue fills up with antique sedans and roadsters for the annual West End Cruise Night and Classic Car Show. Long Branch Beach also hosts Oceanfest, the largest Independence Day celebration in New Jersey, and concerts throughout the summer, including the Long Branch Jazz & Blues Festival in August.
Ranch-style and bungalow homes from $500,000
Homes in West End include a mix of smaller, well-maintained houses from the 1900s and spacious homes on half-acre lots. Older ranch-style and bungalow-style houses typically sell for $500,000 to $700,000, while colonial-style homes with four to six bedrooms go for $900,000 to $1.5 million. Newer contemporary-style properties have up to nine bedrooms and usually sell for $2 million up to $10 million. Oceanfront high-rise condos with private terraces and luxury amenities sell for $1 million to $5 million. Lower-priced condos are also available, many of which are only blocks from the beach, and usually sell for $350,000 to $750,000. The CAP Index gives West End a crime score of 5. The national average is 4.
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Specialized academies at Long Branch High
Students may start at Gregory Elementary, which gets a C from Niche, before attending Long Branch Middle, which also has a C. At Long Branch High, which earns a B-minus, students can enroll in specialized academies, such as STEM and social justice. Monmouth University is less than a mile west. Monmouth Medical Center, affiliated with Rutgers University, is also within blocks of the neighborhood.
Welcome to Long Branch High School located in Long Branch, NJ.
There are 102 full time teachers in West End's Long Branch Middle School.
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Commuting to Newark and NYC
The Long Branch train station offers service to Newark in as little as an hour, and service to New York City is just an additional 30 minutes. In-town bus service runs north-south along Norwood Avenue through West End and connects to communities south, such as Elberon, Deal, Allenhurst and Asbury Park. Those driving can take Garden State Parkway, located 5 miles west, which runs from Paterson all the way down the Jersey Shore to Cape May.
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Parks in this Area
Branchport Park
George M. Conway Park
Van Court Park
West End Park
Frank "Clint" Sorrentino Park
Transit
Airport
Newark Liberty International
63 min drive
Bus
Norwood Ave & Hollywood Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West End
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West End, Long Branch sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in West End, Long Branch over the last 12 months is $1,009,602, up 40% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome to your new OCEAN FRONT home! This beautiful 3-bed, 2.5-bath top-floor condo in Harbour Mansion offers breathtaking East and South views of the Atlantic from a private balcony. Enjoy daily sunrises, sunsets, and natural light. The master suite features a walk-in closet and ocean-view shower. Condo includes new windows, HVAC, two walk-in closets, ample storage, and a large pantry.
Convert to Approved 2-Family Home - Flexible Living or Investment Opportunity! This spacious and versatile property offers two fully approved units — perfect for multi-generational living, rental income, or easily convertible to a large single-family home! First Floor Unit: Approx. 1,900 sq ft, currently set up as medical space but has plan for 3 bedroom 2.5 bath. Second Floor Unit: Approx. 1,200
Chris Katz/Remax Long BranchDouglas Elliman of NJ LLC
Convert to SINGLE FAMILY or Approved 2-Family Home - Flexible Living or Investment Opportunity! This spacious and versatile property offers two fully approved units — perfect for multi-generational living, rental income, or easily convertible to a large single-family home! First Floor Unit: Approx. 1,900 sq ft, currently set up as medical space but has plan for 3 bedroom 2.5 bath. Second Floor
Chris Katz/Remax Long BranchDouglas Elliman of NJ LLC
Discover the most anticipated New Address on the Atlantic! NEW CONSTRUCTION - The Atlantic Club will be comprised of 132 luxury units built for residents who appreciate the value of art in real estate. Many features include private terrace and or balcony with unobstructed ocean views providing future residents an exclusive luxury like no other. 75,000 square feet of amenities
Discover the most anticipated New Address on the Atlantic! NEW CONSTRUCTION - The Atlantic Club will be comprised of 132 luxury units built for residents who appreciate the value of art in real estate. Many features include private terrace and or balcony with unobstructed ocean views providing future residents an exclusive luxury like no other. 75,000 square feet of amenities
Discover the most anticipated New Address on the Atlantic! NEW CONSTRUCTION - The Atlantic Club will be comprised of 132 luxury units built for residents who appreciate the value of art in real estate. Many features include private terrace and or balcony with unobstructed ocean views providing future residents an exclusive luxury like no other. 75,000 square feet of amenities
Annual Lease - Luxury Coastal Living in West End, Long BranchExperience upscale shore living in this newly constructed, high-end building located in the vibrant West End section of Long Branch. This spacious 4th-floor features:Two bedroomsOne and a half bathsPrivate balcony with ocean viewsModern kitchen with premium appliancesIn-unit washer and dryerBuilding
Welcome home to Glen Ellen Apartments in Long Branch, NJ! Glen Ellen offers ease of commuting along with the joys of living on the Jersey Shore. Glen Ellen is minutes away from The Long Branch Train Station, upscale shopping, and the finest restaurants at Pier Village. Offering easy access to Garden State Parkway, Route 18 and Routes 36, 35, and 72, we are within walking distance to Monmouth
Great SUMMER rental!! Beautiful home in the heart of Long Branch! Well maintained colonial featuring 3 LARGE bedrooms, 2 bonus rooms, finished basement and 3.1 bathrooms. Large Living Room, Dining Room, and Den. Beautiful kitchen with plenty of cabinet space. Deck overlooking a spaciuos backyard.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,930
Median Age
40
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,198
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$85,573
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.2%
College Graduates
43.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
23''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
52/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
69/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
34/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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