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$1,566,548$464 / 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 94How 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 $1,330,000 on Apr 22, 2024

542 LOCUST POINT RD

RUMSON, NJ 07760
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,379 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.
1.51 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1908
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.5M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,330,000 · Apr 22, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$21,394 (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.$1,474,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$947,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$527,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,325,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,474,400

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.32
91
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.60 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.0.2 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.Cape Cod
CountyMONMOUTH
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 240 ft²Patio · 288 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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 · 0.5 mi
M
Bayshore Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Middletown High School SouthB
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.3 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

542 Locust Point Rd 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 more than 91% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Rumson 07760
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Older than 96% 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
$485K$6.3M

This home is worth more than 36% 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$1,566,548
CheaperTypical $1,966,367Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$464
CheaperTypical $754Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area3,379 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,556 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size1.51 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1908
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 542 Locust Point Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRumson 07760Monmouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,566,54836% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4645% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than3,379 ft²66% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.51 ac81% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than19088% of homes4% of homes

About 542 Locust Point Rd

How much is 542 Locust Point Rd, Rumson, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Locust Point Rd, Rumson, NJ is $1,566,548 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,477,192 to $1,655,904. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Locust Point Rd, Rumson, NJ last sell?

542 Locust Point Rd, Rumson, NJ last sold on Apr 22, 2024 for $1,330,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 542 Locust Point Rd, Rumson, NJ?

542 Locust Point Rd, Rumson, NJ has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 3,379 square feet of living space.

When was 542 Locust Point Rd, Rumson, NJ built?

542 Locust Point Rd, Rumson, NJ was built in 1908, making it 118 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 Locust Point Rd, Rumson, NJ?

542 Locust Point Rd, 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 542 Locust Point Rd, Rumson, NJ compare to other homes in Rumson 07760?

Among the 3,961 homes in Rumson 07760, it is worth more than 36% of them ($1,566,548 against a typical $1,966,367), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($464 against a typical $754), it is bigger than 66% of them (3,379 ft² against a typical 2,556 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (1.51 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1908 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Monmouth County, it is worth more than 91% 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 542 Locust Point Rd, Rumson, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Locust Point Rd, Rumson, NJ was $21,394. The county assessed it at $1,474,400.

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