Matawan is a commuter suburb in Monmouth County with quick access to popular New Jersey Transit options and coastal recreation on Raritan Bay. Matawan, which gets its name from the Lenape Tribe’s language, means “where two rivers come together,” symbolizing the town surrounded by lakes, streams, and creeks. Founded in 1885, the borough once had its own booming business district, which was destroyed by fire in 1901. Matawan was also the site of a 1916 shark attack that inspired the legendary film Jaws a half-century later. The site of the attack has a “man-eater” mural and an informative plaque.
Over the past century, the borough has largely served as a residential community with a handful of local businesses. Most residents commute for work, and major employers in greater Monmouth County include healthcare, food services and education.
Residents take pride in their manicured lawns in Matawan.
Lake Lefferts in Matawan is a great place to spend a day full of outdoor fun.
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Mid-1900s home styles, condos and townhouses
Colonials, ranch-style homes and Cape Cods from the mid- to late-1900s make up much of Matawan’s properties. Homes are arranged along traditional suburban streets and cul-de-sacs with moderately sized lots. There are some waterfront homes along Lake Lefferts and Lake Matawan. Most homes have driveways and, depending on the style, also may come with an attached garage. Single-family homes tend to stay on the market for around three weeks and sell for a median price of $600,000. There are also one- to three-bedroom condos and townhouses that go for a median price of $325,000.
Ranch-style homes are the most abundant architectural style found in Matawan.
Matawan residents have the option to live in townhomes near train stations.
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Train station, bus stops and Garden State Parkway
The Aberdeen-Matawan train station has a line that runs from the Jersey Shore to Penn Station in Manhattan. The NJ Transit 135-bus line runs along Aberdeen Road and connects to the Port Authority Bus Terminal. Commuters can take Garden State Parkway about 30 miles north to get to Newark and about 40 miles to get to New York City. Bayshore Medical Center, the closest hospital, is located 2 miles east. Newark Liberty International Airport is 20 miles north.
Coastal attractions at nearby lakes, nearby Cheesequake State Park
With its many waterways, coastal recreation is popular in Matawan. Lake Lefferts Lakefront Park has a kayak launch and is a popular fishing spot. Less than 5 miles north, there are several beaches and waterfront parks along Raritan Bay. And 3 miles north, Cheesequake State Park is a massive 1,600-acre park with a lakeside beach, fishing spots, a playground and over 5 miles of trails.
Ivy Hill park is a great place to bring the kids in the city of Matawan.
Memorial Park is the city's place to honor our fallen heros from Matawan.
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Specialized academies at Matawan Regional High
Students are served by the Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District, which earns an A-minus from Niche. Around 4,000 students attend its seven schools. Matawan Regional High, the borough’s only high school, gets an A-minus and offers a specialized academies in fields like business, STEM and the arts.
Strathmore Elementary in Matawan serves the kids of the area with safe learning environment.
Matawan Regional High School in Matawan strives for academic excellence.
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Shopping and dining along Highway 34
There’s a small shopping center along state Route 34 with Walgreens and local businesses, and Santamaria Grocery & Deli is a local market on Main Street. Popular local dining options include Maloney's Pub & Grill, Esposito's Pizza, A Salute Italian Restaurant & Bar and Ginkaku Japanese Bistro. Groceries are available at Stop & Shop and ShopRite about a mile away on Route 34.
Main Street Donuts offers Matawan locals a delicious breakfast in an inclusive atmosphere.
The Hobby Shop has been providing a variety of fun to the Mattawan community since 1978.
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Matawan crime statistics, minimal flood risks
Overall, violent and property crime are lower than state and national averages, according to data from the New Jersey Department of Law & Public Safety. There have been no significant changes in total crime in Matawan over the past five years.
Homes close to waterways could be susceptible to flooding, though most residential areas are not low-lying enough for it to be an issue. In 2024, Aberdeen Road was raised in an effort to combat tidal flooding from nearby marshes.
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