The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 07731 sells for about $674,357, or $305 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 20 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,570 a month.
ZIP 07731 — Howell
The 07731 housing market remains competitive with steady price appreciation and low inventory levels. While days on market have increased slightly, demand remains robust, driven by the area's appeal to families and its proximity to regional employment hubs. Figures for specific metrics like price cuts and exact sales counts are based on current market snapshots.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with access to quality schools and outdoor recreation, while remaining within commuting distance of major employment centers.
Median prices moved up 3.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 20 days on market with 3.5 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
28% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 8.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 07731, Monmouth County NJ
Howell Township generally reports low crime rates compared to regional averages, with safety being a primary draw for families in the area.
The area is served by the Howell Township Public Schools and Freehold Regional High School District, which are generally well-regarded and contribute to the area's appeal for families.
The region faces standard risks for New Jersey, including potential for localized flooding and wind events; property insurance premiums are influenced by these regional hazard profiles.
Howell maintains a suburban character with steady residential development and proximity to major employment hubs in Monmouth County and the broader New York-Newark-Jersey City metro area.
Property taxes in Howell are determined by the Monmouth County assessment regime and local municipal/school district levies, which are among the higher rates in the nation due to school funding structures.
Residents primarily commute by car via major corridors like U.S. Route 9 and the Garden State Parkway, with access to NJ Transit bus services for regional travel.
The area features extensive parkland including Manasquan Reservoir and various local community parks, offering trails, fishing, and sports facilities within a short drive.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand and limited inventory, with rents reflecting the broader Monmouth County cost-of-living profile.
The local economy is driven by a mix of retail, professional services, and proximity to the broader Monmouth County employment base, including healthcare and education sectors.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with U.S. Route 9 serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Development is focused on maintaining suburban density while managing infrastructure capacity for residential growth.
The Monmouth County Board of Taxation oversees the assessment process, which is conducted at the municipal level.
Parcels are subject to municipal, county, and school district taxes, with no major MUD/PID structures typical of the area.
Property insurance remains stable but is subject to regional adjustments based on climate-related risk assessments for the New Jersey coast.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 07731 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Six Flags Great Adventure4.412.2 mi
- Jenkinson's Boardwalk4.59.5 mi
- Six Flags Hurricane Harbor412.3 mi
- iPlay America4.57.9 mi
- Seaside Heights Boardwalk4.615.5 mi
- Six Flags Great Adventure4.412.2 mi
- Bell Works4.715.7 mi
- Holland Ridge Farms4.515.9 mi
- PNC Bank Arts Center4.317.5 mi
- Six Flags Hurricane Harbor412.3 mi
- Six Flags Great Adventure4.412.2 mi
- Jenkinson's Boardwalk4.59.5 mi
- Six Flags Hurricane Harbor412.3 mi
- iPlay America4.57.9 mi
- Six Flags Wild Safari4.111.8 mi
- Asbury Park Boardwalk4.612.4 mi
- Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury4.915 mi
- Monmouth Battlefield State Park4.710.4 mi
- Monmouth Museum4.413.3 mi
- Insectropolis4.78.7 mi
- Allaire State Park4.74.1 mi
- Turkey Swamp Park4.66.3 mi
- Dorbrook Recreation Area4.811.7 mi
- Monmouth Battlefield State Park4.710.4 mi
- Asbury Park Dog Beach4.512.7 mi
- Bay Head Yacht Club4.89.8 mi
- Belmar Manutti Marina4.59.7 mi
- Red Bank Marina4.516 mi
- Toms River Marine & Motorsports4.713.9 mi
- Trader's Cove4.710.2 mi
- Charleston Springs Golf Course4.510.1 mi
- Eagle Ridge Golf Club4.45.6 mi
- Knob Hill Golf Club4.212.3 mi
- Hominy Hill Golf Course4.49.2 mi
- Jumping Brook Country Club4.68.4 mi
- Jersey Shore Premium Outlets4.58.3 mi
- Freehold Raceway Mall4.59.2 mi
- Jackson Premium Outlets4.411.2 mi
- Battleview Orchards4.510 mi
- Ocean County Mall411.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A major regional attraction offering boating, fishing, and extensive walking trails.
A public 18-hole course managed by the Monmouth County Park System.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.