Zoraida (Sarina) Duvall
Keller Williams Realty Ocean Living
(848) 266-5105
59 Total Sales
1 in Port Monmouth
$475,000 Price
Port Monmouth
Suburban Neighborhood in Middletown, New Jersey
Monmouth County 07718, 07748, 07758
Neighborhood Reviews
Sweeping along the coastline and back toward the mainland, Port Monmouth offers stunning views of the water and New York City skyline to residents. The neighborhood’s beachside living, beautiful parks and good schools make it an ideal place for people of all ages to live, tied together to form a small, caring community. Less than 2 miles from the center of Port Monmouth to the Belford ferry, Port Monmouth also draws residents who commute to New York City, with the ferry only taking about 40 minutes to reach Pier 11 in Lower Manhattan.
No matter what draws people to Port Monmouth initially, they’re bound to be drawn to the friendly, open nature of their neighbors. “Some very nice people, really nice neighborhood, great neighbors,” said Realtor Carole Kubis of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, who lives in the neighborhood herself. “They brought little gifts for me for Christmas, and cookies.”
The neighborhood’s streets are lined with a mixture of Cape Cod and Colonial-style homes. Many of these homes are newer builds, and they often have coastal influences to their designs, from second-story entrances to scalloped shingle or “fish scale” siding detailing near the rooflines. Though homes along the water can climb to at least $1 million, according to Kubis, most homes in Port Monmouth range from the upper $300,000s to the $600,000s. “It’s a nice community for young couples to be buying a house. You’re getting a lot of bang for your buck, really,” said Kubis.
That bang for your buck goes far beyond home sizes or values, too. Being so close to the beach, Port Monmouth is practically overflowing with ways to enjoy beachside living and the outdoors as a whole. Bayshore Waterfront Park provides 229 acres of preserved shrublands, tidal creeks, marshes and more alongside a mile-long strip of beach studded with a pier where residents love to go fishing. The pier is within easy walking or biking distance of many of the neighborhood’s homes, further adding to its popularity. “I had an older couple buy a house in Port Monmouth because he liked to fish,” said Kubis.
Port Monmouth is home to several other popular parks, including Henry Hudson Trail County Park, which contains beautifully forested walking and hiking trails with a creek running through it. When they want to play sports like basketball or baseball, residents can go to Gordon Court Park or Butler Park. The neighborhood is part of the Middletown Township Public School District, which earned a Silver-level certification from the Future Ready Schools NJ Certification Program. Children will attend schools like Thorne Middle School, where they can participate in a range of extracurricular activities or the After School Learning Academy.
Port Monmouth’s small community allows residents to reclaim the experience of knowing their neighbors while fulfilling the practical needs of a good school system and accessibility to New York City, all set against a backdrop of beautiful waterfront scenery.
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Christina Norwood
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Zoraida (Sarina) Duvall
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Jennifer Maddalena
Jennifer Maddalena
VRI Homes
(848) 275-3386
65 Total Sales
1 in Port Monmouth
$451,000 Price
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Lara Krall
Lara Krall
Bottone Realty Group Inc
(973) 214-7292
76 Total Sales
1 in Port Monmouth
$535,000 Price
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Lori Eipel
Lori Eipel
RE/MAX Revolution
(862) 352-7956
67 Total Sales
1 in Port Monmouth
$463,777 Price
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Joyce Dock
Joyce Dock
Keller Williams Realty Ocean Living
(732) 479-1300
13 Total Sales
1 in Port Monmouth
$1,024,800 Price
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Justin Calderon
Justin Calderon
Fathom Realty NJ, LLC
(877) 915-5135
45 Total Sales
2 in Port Monmouth
$399K - $709K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
McMahon Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
Henry Hudson Trail County Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Belford Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Deep Cut Gardens
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Botanical Gardens
Dorsett Park
- Tennis
- Playground
Bayshore Waterfront Park
- Fishing
- Beach
- Nature Center
Countryside Park
- Playground
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/20/2015
Niche Review
We have had several major floods in the past few years, brought on by Hurricane Irene and Superstorm Sandy. Minor flooding occurs semi-frequently, mostly affecting a select few streets. The power often goes when there are thunderstorms, and trees sometimes fall. We receive a good amount of snow for the NY/NJ area, but can experience more extreme temperatures as a result of our proximity to the water.
2/20/2015
Niche Review
There is not much to be said for the nightlife in this area, though there are a few decent bar/restaurants. The town is good for fresh, affordable seafood (as it's located right on the bay), and the diner is also relatively popular.
7/6/2014
Niche Review
This area gives a lot of options for going out to eat or even for some drinks. There are plenty of restaurants on around especially if you were to head into Red Bank which has many bars and a popular nightlife. During the summer there are a lot of popular bars and restaurants down by the beaches which are only a few minutes away.
2/20/2015
Niche Review
Port Monmouth is a very small town, so job options are mostly limited to the supermarket, the pharmacy, and the gas station. The surrounding area has a good number of small businesses and chain restaurants, but it is still quite difficult to find a job.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Port Monmouth | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Port Monmouth, Middletown sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Port Monmouth, Middletown over the last 12 months is $595,491, up 15% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$580,500
Median Single Family Price
$580,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$381
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Months of Supply
0.50
Median List Price
$580,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
22%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
540
Median Year Built
1947
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,951
On par with the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Open Houses
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Sunday, Apr 271 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,075 - $1,565 per month
- Bayshore Village (62+)
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 671+ Sq Ft
- 100 Shoal Harbor Ct
- Port Monmouth, NJ
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,659
Median Age
43
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$97,435
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$131,177
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
29.6%
Advanced Degrees
8.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.8%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
19''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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New Monmouth
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Union Beach
A charming bayfront town in proximity to NYC and North Jersey
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