Red Bank sits on the scenic Navesink River, just 15 minutes from the Atlantic Ocean and popular beaches. There are no in-town beaches, but Red Bank is a destination for its trendy walkable town and lively cultural scene.
River Giberson, an experienced agent who owns C21 Thomson & Co., moved here in 2014. “I wanted a slower pace but still be close to NYC, he shares. “I also wanted great restaurants, shopping and walkability.” His clients move here for the same reasons. “I’ve seen a huge influx of young professionals from Manhattan, Brooklyn, Jersey City and Hoboken since the pandemic started,” he adds, noting that the town’s proximity to beaches is another draw.
Red Bank is a coastal borough lining Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers.
Anytime of year is perfect for relaxing by the river in Red Bank and taking it all in.
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Trendy spots within walking distance
Dozens of businesses are found along Broad Street, as well as Monmouth, White and West Front streets.
These include diverse restaurants, boutiques and art galleries. Giberson mentions favorite local spots include Birravino, a rustic spot serving beer and authentic Italian food. JBJ Soul Kitchen is rocker Jon Bon Jovi’s labor of love, a donation-based community restaurant. Coffee Corral is hugely popular for its house-roasted beans and live music, representing a growing number of businesses on the west side of town. Locals also hang out at laid-back Jamian’s Food and Drink for live entertainment along with casual Red Rock, taking advantage of its outdoor waterfront decks and live music in the summer.
For culture, Count Basie Center for the Arts shows everything from musicals to comedy and Two River Theater Company is a professional regional theater company that performs plays.
Shopping includes tons of antique stores, familiar chains and on-trend independent shops, like Jay and Silent Bob’s Secret Stash, a destination comic book store owned by filmmaker Kevin Smith.
For additional shopping, more chains are found in Middletown and Eatontown, while The Grove at Shrewsbury is an outdoor mall just outside of town.
Jay & Silent Bob's Secret Stash in Red Bank is arguably New Jersey's most famous comic store.
Jack's Music Shoppe is a neighborhood staple.
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Year-round community events
Red Bank likes to celebrate all year long, from its annual Sidewalk Sale to its Christmas tree lighting and parade. And summer brings Broadwalk, turning parts of Broad Street into a pedestrian-only hangout for outdoor dining.
Older colonials and waterfront townhomes
Red Bank fits into 1.75 miles, so most homes are within walking distance of local businesses. The housing stock comprises early 19th-century colonials and most are on smaller lots. Giberson mentions how there’s been a lot of new development on the west side, including the Azalea Red Bank, a luxury townhome community. However, Giberson adds that west side properties generally remain more affordable.
Single-family homes range between $450,000 and $900,000. There are more than a dozen condos, with one-bedrooms starting at $400,000. Although a new condo building, Southbank at the Navesink, has units starting at $2.2 million. The overall median housing price is $550,000, with prices ranging from $265,000 to $2.2 million.
Red Bank features townhomes for sale, with ths property including a gated community.
Red Bank features colonial style homes.
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Public schools with close-knit community
Public school students start at Red Bank Primary School for pre-kindergarten through third grade, ranked a five out of 10 by Great Schools. They move on to Red Bank Middle School for grades four through eight, graded a four out of 10 by Great Schools. Grades nine through 12 attend Red Bank Regional High School, rated an A by Niche. Red Bank Charter School is another public school option, a lottery-based program with a waitlist for students in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade.
Welcome to Red Bank Primary School.
Red Bank Middle School serves grades 4-8.
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Waterfront parks with town events
The waterfront is a big part of the town’s appeal, where it’s possible to go boating, kayaking or fishing for blue claw crabs. Riverside Gardens Park is the town’s most popular, offering summer concerts and moonlit movies. Marine Park is just to the east and meanders along the waterfront and marina.
Red Bank residents love the water views in the Riverside Gardens Park.
The Riverside Gardens Park is a beautiful waterfront park in Red Bank.
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NYC direct train in town
Red Bank is centrally located in Monmouth County, 10 minutes from the Jersey Shore and approximately an hour from New York City and Philadelphia. Red Bank Train Station provides NJ Transit service to Penn Station in as fast as an hour and 15 minutes. The Seastreak ferry in nearby Highlands is another option, reaching Wall Street in 40 minutes.
The Red Bank train station can take you to New York City in around an hours travel time.
Nearby Highlands has the Seastreak Ferry for easy NYC commute in Red bank.
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