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$881,504$407 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $715,000 on Sep 18, 2024

240 LOCUST AVE

RUMSON, NJ 07760
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,167 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1916
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$882K
$783K low$980K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$715,000 · Sep 18, 2024
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$406,504
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$325,203
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.56%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$475,000
NEW JERSEY LENDERS CORP · recorded Sep 18, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,923 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$759,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$468,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$291,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$738,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$759,400

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.34
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.53 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.83%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyMONMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Slate
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 60 ft²

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Navesink Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Bayshore Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
H
Middletown High School SouthB
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.6 mi

District: Middletown Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07760These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.87

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.45%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,274
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.841 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$219,842
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$337,570
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

240 Locust Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 89% of homes in Rumson 07760
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Rumson 07760
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Monmouth County

What homes are worth in Rumson 07760

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$498K$6.5M

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Rumson 07760.

How it measures up in Rumson 07760

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rumson 07760.

Estimated value$881,504
CheaperTypical $1,950,943Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$407
CheaperTypical $751Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area2,167 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,552 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1916
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 240 Locust Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRumson 07760Monmouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$881,50411% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4073% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than2,167 ft²42% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac60% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than191610% of homes6% of homes

About 240 Locust Ave

How much is 240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ is $881,504 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $782,817 to $980,191. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ last sell?

240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ last sold on Sep 18, 2024 for $715,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ?

240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,167 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ built?

240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ was built in 1916, making it 110 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ?

240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ is assigned to Navesink Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Bayshore Middle School (middle), rated B+; Middletown High School South (high), rated B. All sit in Middletown Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ compare to other homes in Rumson 07760?

Among the 3,961 homes in Rumson 07760, it is worth more than 11% of them ($881,504 against a typical $1,950,943), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($407 against a typical $751), it is bigger than 42% of them (2,167 ft² against a typical 2,552 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1916 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Monmouth County, it is worth more than 63% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 240 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ was $11,923. The county assessed it at $759,400.

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