Look at the 2 Hottest Real Estate Markets In Ocean and Monmouth Counties

I do hear a lot of people who say they are leaving or considering leaving New Jersey for various reasons, but to be honest, I do like it here in the Garden State. I hear issues like taxes, insurance, and cost of living are the main issues people question in Jersey, and don't get me wrong, I don't like high prices either, but where I live in Southern Ocean County is not bad on these issues.

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Property taxes are very affordable in our neck of the woods. The cost of living is fine. Insurance prices are not great, and energy is becoming more expensive, but that's almost everywhere these days.

I like the open spaces of Ocean County and the beaches. I do like having "seasons" but I do admit winter is probably the least favorite. I would not be opposed to heading south for the winter, it's good enough for the birds, why not us lol

What is the hottest real estate town in Ocean County, New Jersey?

In a recent article from NJ.com, they cited a ranking from the Otteau Group, which highlighted the Top 50 "Hottest Real Estate Markets" in New Jersey.

The town that topped the list for Ocean County is Beachwood. Beachwood is one of those easygoing Ocean County towns along the Toms River where life just feels a little calmer. It became a borough in 1917, but people were coming here long before that for the water, fishing, and quiet shore vibe. Over time, it grew into a year-round hometown, but it still keeps that relaxed, tucked-away feel—close to everything, yet just far enough to feel like your own spot.

What is the Hottest Real Estate Town in Monmouth County, New Jersey?

The town in Monmouth County that topped the list is Tinton Falls. Tinton Falls, New Jersey, is one of those Monmouth County spots with a little history baked right in; it’s named after a real waterfall on the Swimming River, which was a big deal way back in colonial times. It became a borough in 1950 and grew from farmland into a busy, everyday Jersey town. Now it’s got that mix of neighborhoods, shopping, and easy Parkway access, nothing flashy, just a solid place that feels like home.

The number one hottest real estate market in New Jersey, according to the report, is Hoboken. "Topping the list of the hottest markets in the state are Hoboken, Weehawken, and Jersey City."

The report added, "Bergen County has the largest number of the hottest markets, with 17. There are seven in Essex; five in Morris; four in Union and Hudson; three in Middlesex, Hunterdon and Monmouth, and one each in Passaic, Warren, Sussex and Ocean counties."

The 3 in Monmouth County included Tinton Falls, Fair Haven, and Little Silver.