Sea Bright is a narrow barrier strip in Monmouth County with the river on one side and the ocean on the other, next to Sandy Hook. Zillow puts the typical home value about $1.12M. It leans seasonal, and flood zones and insurance matter here.
Last updated: October 2026
At a glance
Sea Bright is a Monmouth County shore town known for beach-first, summer social scene and water sports.
Price tier: $$$
Home prices
Homes in Sea Bright: typical value about $1.12M (Zillow), as of late summer 2026.
- Typical value about $1.12M (Zillow)
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 Sea Bright: Condos, townhomes, beach cottages and some oceanfront luxury homes.
Lifestyle
Life in Sea Bright: Beach clubs, waterfront bars in summer, river and ocean on the same block, and Sandy Hook next door.
Beach and water
Beach and water in Sea Bright: Ocean beach and river access on the same block, with Sandy Hook next door.
Commute
Sea Bright scores 2 out of 5 for train access to NYC. Ask Monica about commute options from Sea Bright.
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 Sea Bright: Mixed and seasonal-leaning.
Rentals
Renting out a home in Sea Bright: Ask Monica for current details.
Short-term rental rules vary by town and change often. Monica can share each town's current ordinance.
Flood note
Sea Bright sits between the river and the ocean, so flood zone and insurance are important.
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.
Sea Bright FAQ
Does Sea Bright 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 Sea Bright?
Typical value about $1.12M (Zillow). These are ranges from public portals, not appraisals. Ask Monica for current MLS data.
Is Sea Bright busy year-round?
Mixed and seasonal-leaning.
Can I rent out a home in Sea Bright?
Ask Monica for current details. Short-term rental rules vary by town and change often. Monica can share each town's current ordinance.
Is Sea Bright in a flood zone?
Sea Bright sits between the river and the ocean, so flood zone and insurance are important. Check FEMA flood maps and flood insurance costs. New Jersey has required a seller flood disclosure since 2023.
Nearby towns
Close to Sea Bright: Rumson, Fair Haven and Little Silver, Red Bank, Long Branch (Pier Village, West End, Elberon).
Talk to Monica about Sea Bright
Call or text (908) 433-9305, or take the quiz to see how Sea Bright fits the way you want to live.
