The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 07740 sells for about $847,672, or $335 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 52 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,850 a month.
ZIP 07740 — Long Branch
The 07740 housing market shows resilience with steady price appreciation driven by coastal demand and limited inventory. While affordability remains a challenge for some, the area continues to attract interest from both year-round residents and seasonal investors. Market conditions are stable, reflecting a balance between high demand for premium properties and broader economic pressures.
This area is well-suited for commuters seeking coastal living, families looking for established school districts, and investors interested in the high-demand seasonal rental market.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 52 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% 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 5.2% · poverty 11.5% — 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 8.3%/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 4.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 07740, Monmouth County NJ
Long Branch experiences crime rates generally consistent with similar coastal urban centers in New Jersey, with property crime being more prevalent than violent crime.
The area is served by the Long Branch Public Schools district, which provides a range of educational services; school performance ratings vary by individual campus.
The ZIP code is located in a coastal zone with significant exposure to hurricane-related wind and storm surge risks, necessitating flood insurance for many properties.
Economic momentum is driven by ongoing redevelopment of the Long Branch beachfront and proximity to major employment hubs in Monmouth County and the NYC commuter rail corridor.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (New Jersey) — Farmland Assessment: Property is assessed based on its productive capability for agricultural use rather than its full market value, resulting in a lower tax burden. State (New Jersey) — Ad Valorem Property Tax: Tax is calculated as (Assessed Value * Tax Rate). Assessed value is determined by the municipal assessor at 100% of true market value. The tax rate is set by local taxing districts to cover municipal, county, and school budgets.
Residents have access to NJ Transit's North Jersey Coast Line, providing direct rail service to New York Penn Station, while major highways like the Garden State Parkway facilitate regional driving.
The area features extensive public beach access, the Long Branch Boardwalk, and several municipal parks, alongside diverse shopping and dining options at Pier Village.
The rental market is highly active due to seasonal demand and proximity to the shore, with a mix of year-round residents and summer vacationers.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, retail, and healthcare services, with many residents commuting to professional hubs in Northern New Jersey and New York City.
The area is served by NJ Transit rail and bus lines, with major road access via the Garden State Parkway and Route 36.
Ongoing urban renewal projects focus on increasing density near the transit station and enhancing the beachfront commercial corridor.
Parcels are subject to municipal, county, and school district taxes, with potential additional assessments for local improvement districts.
Property insurance premiums are elevated due to coastal hazard exposure, with many properties requiring separate flood insurance policies.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA 07740 profiles.
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.
- Jenkinson's Boardwalk4.514.1 mi
- iPlay America4.515.8 mi
- Keansburg Amusement Park4.113.5 mi
- Runaway Rapids Waterpark4.313.6 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.613.1 mi
- Bell Works4.710.6 mi
- PNC Bank Arts Center4.312 mi
- iPlay America4.515.8 mi
- Monmouth Park4.51.8 mi
- Stone Pony Summer Stage4.65.2 mi
- Monmouth Park4.51.8 mi
- Count Basie Center for the Arts4.65.7 mi
- Belmar Beach4.67.8 mi
- Asbury Park Boardwalk4.64.8 mi
- Deep Cut Gardens4.89.9 mi
- Brighton Beach4.519.4 mi
- Asbury Park Boardwalk4.64.8 mi
- Shadowbrook at Shrewsbury4.94.8 mi
- Sandy Hook Lighthouse4.811.6 mi
- Monmouth Battlefield State Park4.717.6 mi
- Monmouth Park4.51.8 mi
- Holmdel Park4.811.5 mi
- Deep Cut Gardens4.89.9 mi
- Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park4.61.5 mi
- Allaire State Park4.712 mi
- Bahrs Landing Famous Seafood Restaurant & Marina4.47.1 mi
- Bay Head Yacht Club4.816.1 mi
- Belmar Manutti Marina4.58.2 mi
- Red Bank Marina4.56.1 mi
- Atlantic Highlands Municipal Harbor Offices4.78.7 mi
- Hominy Hill Golf Course4.411.2 mi
- Jumping Brook Country Club4.67.3 mi
- Shark River Golf Course4.27.2 mi
- Howell Park Golf Course4.412.7 mi
- Pebble Creek Golf Club4.59.6 mi
- Jersey Shore Premium Outlets4.57.4 mi
- Delicious Orchards4.79.8 mi
- Monmouth Square4.13.6 mi
- Nordstrom Rack4.13.3 mi
- ShopRite of Neptune4.25.6 mi
- Newark Liberty International Airport3.728.9 mi
- Chico Express3.923.1 mi
- Brooklyn Radio Dispatcher2.528.6 mi
- Kaedama2.829.3 mi
- Revolucion2.527.1 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 mixed-use beachfront destination with retail, restaurants, and entertainment.
Public beach access and boardwalk serving the local community and tourists.
A popular county park offering beach access, playgrounds, and picnic areas.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.