Plumsted Multifamily Home for Sale

Plumsted Township, located in the farmlands of central New Jersey, offers a laidback lifestyle with a strong sense of community. Formed by English Quakers in the early 1700s, the area retains its rural charm with many original family-owned farms. The southern half of Plumsted is home to Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, the state's largest military base. Residents enjoy various things to do, including visiting you-pick farms, wineries, parks, and fishing ponds. Jumping Brook Preserve is popular for hiking, fishing, hunting, and kayaking, while Plumsted Recreation Park features sports facilities and a playground. New Egypt Speedway hosts dirt races, car shows, and demolition derbies, and horseback riding is available at local farms like Handy Acres Farm. Housing options range from modest suburban lots to expansive farms, with home styles including Colonial Revivals, ranch-style houses, and contemporary homes. The crime rate in Plumsted is lower than the national average. Students attend highly rated schools such as Dr. Gerald H. Woehr Elementary and New Egypt Middle. The township is conveniently located 20 miles from Seaside Heights beaches, 40 miles from Philadelphia, and 50 miles from New York City. Local amenities include the New Egypt Marketplace, Emery’s Farm, Hallock's Farm, Tootie’s, The Plumsted Grill, and Laurita Winery. Despite past environmental issues, cleanup efforts have been successful, with only one Superfund site still under EPA monitoring.