Ocean Grove, part of Neptune Township, is a National Historic District of Victorian homes with porches, a quiet boardwalk and the Great Auditorium summer concert series. Redfin shows a 3-month median sale about $795K. Asbury Park is walkable next door.
Last updated: October 2026
At a glance
Ocean Grove (Neptune Township) is a Monmouth County shore town known for historic charm, quiet beach and walk to Asbury.
Price tier: $$
Home prices
Homes in Ocean Grove: 3-month median sale about $795K (Redfin), as of late summer 2026.
- 3-month median sale about $795K (Redfin)
Prices are typical values or recent median sales from public portals as of late summer 2026. Small towns have few sales, so numbers swing a lot. Use these as ranges, not appraisals. Ask Monica for current MLS data.
Homes you will find
Homes in Ocean Grove: Victorian homes with porches in a National Historic District.
Lifestyle
Life in Ocean Grove: A National Historic District, the Great Auditorium summer concert series and a quiet boardwalk.
Asbury Park nightlife is walkable.
Beach and water
Beach and water in Ocean Grove: A quiet boardwalk and beach.
Commute
Ocean Grove scores 3 out of 5 for train access to NYC. Ask Monica about commute options from Ocean Grove.
Looking for a train commute to NYC (NJ Transit, with Amtrak connections)? Amtrak does not stop in any shore town. Connect at Newark Penn, Metropark or NY Penn. Read the commute guide.
Year-round or seasonal
Year-round or seasonal in Ocean Grove: A year-round core with strong summer seasonal rentals.
Rentals
Renting out a home in Ocean Grove: Strong summer seasonal rental demand.
Short-term rental rules vary by town and change often. Monica can share each town's current ordinance.
Flood note
Ocean Grove is an oceanfront community.
Check FEMA flood maps and flood insurance costs. New Jersey has required a seller flood disclosure since 2023.
School data
For school information, see the official NJ School Performance Reports from the NJ Department of Education.
Ocean Grove FAQ
Does Ocean Grove have a train to NYC?
Amtrak does not stop here. The shore's rail service is NJ Transit's North Jersey Coast Line. Ask Monica for current details.
What do homes cost in Ocean Grove?
3-month median sale about $795K (Redfin). These are ranges from public portals, not appraisals. Ask Monica for current MLS data.
Is Ocean Grove busy year-round?
A year-round core with strong summer seasonal rentals.
Can I rent out a home in Ocean Grove?
Strong summer seasonal rental demand. Short-term rental rules vary by town and change often. Monica can share each town's current ordinance.
Is Ocean Grove in a flood zone?
Ocean Grove is an oceanfront community. Check FEMA flood maps and flood insurance costs. New Jersey has required a seller flood disclosure since 2023.
Nearby towns
Close to Ocean Grove: Asbury Park, Bradley Beach, Belmar.
Talk to Monica about Ocean Grove
Call or text (908) 433-9305, or take the quiz to see how Ocean Grove fits the way you want to live.
