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$704,509$463 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $480,000 on Jun 23, 2023

252 LOCUST AVE

RUMSON, NJ 07760
4
Beds
3
Baths
1,522 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$705K
$627K low$782K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$480,000 · Jun 23, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,556 (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.$673,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$471,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$202,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$654,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$673,400

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.17
14
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.
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.minimal

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.Cape Cod
CountyMONMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Patio · 40 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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 · 2.2 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%

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How this home compares

252 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 92% of homes in Rumson 07760
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Rumson 07760
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Rumson 07760
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Older than 75% 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.

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$507K$6.6M

This home is worth more than 8% 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$704,509
CheaperTypical $1,889,614Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$463
CheaperTypical $773Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,522 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,558 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 252 Locust Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRumson 07760Monmouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$704,5098% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4634% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,522 ft²22% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac61% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than195434% of homes25% of homes

About 252 Locust Ave

How much is 252 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 252 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ is $704,509 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $626,734 to $782,284. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 252 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ last sell?

252 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ last sold on Jun 23, 2023 for $480,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 252 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ?

252 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,522 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 252 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ built?

252 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 252 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ?

252 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 252 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ compare to other homes in Rumson 07760?

Among the 3,961 homes in Rumson 07760, it is worth more than 8% of them ($704,509 against a typical $1,889,614), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($463 against a typical $773), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,522 ft² against a typical 2,558 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1954 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Monmouth County, it is worth more than 43% 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 252 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 252 Locust Ave, Rumson, NJ was $10,556. The county assessed it at $673,400.

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