Hailey Hoffman
EXP REALTY, LLC
(848) 224-6276
16 Total Sales
1 in Long Branch
$465,000 Price
Long Branch
Located in Monmouth County
Imagine living across the street from a beach that stretches 4 miles along the Atlantic Ocean. Long Branch's sandy beach and bustling boardwalk are the heartbeat of the neighborhood, bringing residents out daily to enjoy walks along the water, surf some waves and catch a tan.
During the 19th Century, Long Branch positioned itself as one of the leading summer resort towns, where famous actors, actresses, and even several presidents summered. However, today Long Branch is a bit of a tale of two cities, with part of this beach town looking like its historic resort days and other parts needing revitalization.
The waterfront section of Long Branch is beginning to look like an "Ocean City of high-end high-rise condos next to very expensive oceanfront houses," says Laura Parios-McBride, a sales associate of Ward Wight Sotheby's International Realty.
These oceanfront homes, including condominiums, draw residents to the area. Another draw, Parios-McBride said, is having Monmouth Medical Center right in town. Owned by Barnabas Health Center, this hospital draws doctors and staff from all over to settle in Long Branch.
Besides beachside living, more inland Long Branch residents can also choose from prewar homes, colonials and more condos. For January 2023, the average listing price of a Long Branch home was $1.8 million, while the average sale price was $655,315, according to Multiple Listing Services figures.
Unlike many New Jersey Shore towns that tend to have residents only in the warmer months, Long Branch is a spot for year-round dwellers. Being so, Long Branch Public Schools has eight schools and educates roughly 5,500 students.
"Long Branch has a very old downtown area with cool old buildings, but it hasn't been revitalized yet," Parios-McBride said. However, downtown revitalization efforts, including shifting the area into an arts district with two performing arts centers, are part of Long Branch's redevelopment master plan. "The way the real estate market is trending there, I expect that this will eventually happen," Parios-McBride said.
Pier Village of Long Branch is an example of redevelopment done right. For a pier that a 1987 fire ravaged, it is now a heavily foot-trafficked upscale mixed-use development. When you dine at one of the pier's waterfront restaurants like Rooney's Oceanfront Restaurant or McLoone's Pier House, you forget you're at a neighborhood spot and not on a tropical vacation. Pier Village also has apartments, two hotels, a retail chain gym, and small shops.
Head to Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park, a nod to the former presidents who summered in Long Branch, where you can access the beach, play volleyball, or have a picnic. It was President Ulysses S. Grant, who, in 1869, declared Long Branch the country's "summer capital." There's also an oceanfront skatepark and a playground, both accessible year-round.
Whether you've always dreamed of living by the beach year-round or want to find your perfect summer home, Long Branch delivers with its oceanfront views, delicious restaurants and popular boardwalk.
Written By
Paul Spencer
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Hailey Hoffman
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Pratiksha Kumar
Pratiksha Kumar
BHHS Fox & Roach - Watchung
(848) 281-3550
91 Total Sales
16 in Long Branch
$187K - $2.2M Price Range
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Teresa Hargrave
Teresa Hargrave
Real Broker, LLC
(908) 916-3321
60 Total Sales
1 in Long Branch
$557,500 Price
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Diane Traverso
Diane Traverso
Nexus Realty Group NJ, LLC
(848) 279-9953
82 Total Sales
6 in Long Branch
$739K - $1M Price Range
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Michele Klug
Michele Klug
KELLER WILLIAMS TOWNE SQUARE
(908) 883-3374
774 Total Sales
1 in Long Branch
$1,227,000 Price
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Timothy Siciliano
Timothy Siciliano
Responds QuicklyC21/ Solid Gold Realty
(848) 272-7602
29 Total Sales
3 in Long Branch
$420K - $950K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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Long Branch Housing Trends
On average, homes in Long Branch, NJ sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Long Branch, NJ over the last 12 months is $760,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$910,000
Median Sale Price
$760,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$810,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$910,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
119
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-$4
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$683
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes for Sale
88
Months of Supply
8.90
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1511am - 4pm
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Saturday, Jun 1411am - 4pm
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Sunday, Jun 1511:30am - 1:30pm
Homes for Sale
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$3,200,000
- 4 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 3,619 Sq Ft
- 33 Cooper Ave
- Unit 213
This unique three-level townhouse offers a magnificent layout that combines luxury and convenience. The grand foyer greets you with a partial circular staircase and a private elevator, enhancing accessibility and ease within the home. A convenient chandelier pulley system simplifies maintenance and bulb replacement, setting a tone of thoughtful design from the moment you enter.The spacious living
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Homes for Rent
Condo Buildings
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Long Branch Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
33,508
Median Age
39
Population Density
27 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$63,134
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$93,285
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.3%
Advanced Degrees
14.5%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
23''
