Homes for sale in Farmingdale, NJ — current 07727 listings, median sale prices, the substantial 0.5 mi² Monmouth County borough surrounded by Howell Township — substantial K-8 own Farmingdale Elementary + 9-12 Howell HS Rebels sending, substantial Main Street + Asbury Avenue historic Main Street corridor, substantial Old Mill Pond + Manasquan River tributary, substantial proximity to Routes 524 + 547, and substantial preserved small-town Main Street character.
If you're searching for homes for sale in Farmingdale, NJ, you're looking at the substantial small borough in western Monmouth County entirely surrounded by Howell Township — a 0.52-square-mile borough of 1,504 residents (2020, +13.2% from 1,329 in 2010) with the substantial motto "Today's Town with Yesterday's Touch." Farmingdale was formally incorporated on April 8, 1903, from portions of Howell Township. The substantial Farmingdale School District is PreK-8 own (Farmingdale Elementary School at 49 Academy Street, 163 students 2022-23, 6.8:1 ratio, DFG DE, Superintendent Edith Conroy); 9-12 students attend Howell High School at 405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road, Farmingdale 07727 (part of the substantial Freehold Regional High School District / FRHSD, established September 1964, 1,775 students 2024-25, 13.9:1 ratio, Rebels mascot, Navy Blue and Silver colors, Shore Conference athletic competition, Principal Jeremy Braverman). Although the substantial Howell HS is located in Howell Township, it has a Farmingdale mailing address. Farmingdale real estate trades at a median sale price near $812,000-$850,000 (Redfin August 2025 median sale $812K +25.2% YoY; Homes.com 12-month median sale $850,000 +6%; city-data 2024 median home value $475,240 up from $153,700 in 2000). The borough sits about 9 miles from Freehold and 50 miles from Newark — substantial convenient access to Route 195, Route 33, Route 9, and the Garden State Parkway. Substantial nearby Allaire State Park and Manasquan Reservoir offer hiking, fishing, and boating. Substantial nearby Biotechnology High School magnet (Monmouth County Vocational School District) and Wall Stadium Speedway (host of substantial Memorial Day Parade and Turkey Day Derby community events).
Farmingdale is the rare substantial small western Monmouth borough that delivers substantial small-borough character (0.52 mi² total, 1,504 residents) entirely surrounded by Howell Township, substantial walkable Main Street commercial corridor (Connie's Restaurant, Woody's Roadside Tavern, Shop N Bag, Mercuriosities On Main), substantial PreK-8 own Farmingdale School District (Farmingdale Elementary, 163 students, 6.8:1, DFG DE), substantial Howell HS (FRHSD, 1,775 students, Rebels) sending HS at 405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road (Farmingdale mailing address), substantial nearby Biotechnology High School magnet, substantial nearby Allaire State Park and Manasquan Reservoir, substantial Wall Stadium Speedway community events (Memorial Day Parade, Turkey Day Derby), and substantial 85.20% white-collar workforce. The borough was formally incorporated as a borough by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on April 8, 1903, from portions of Howell Township. The borough motto: "Today's Town with Yesterday's Touch." Mayor: James A. Daly (R, term ends December 31, 2027); Municipal Clerk: Corinne DiCorcia Williams. Borough Hall: 11 Asbury Avenue. Population 1,504 (2020, +13.2% from 1,329 in 2010, est. 1,491 in 2023, projected 1,477 in 2025). Density approximately 2,892/sq mi. Elevation 75 ft. Total area 0.52 sq mi (547th of 565 in state by area, 48th of 53 in county); all 0.52 sq mi is land (0% water). Substantial ~9 miles from Freehold; substantial ~50 miles from Newark. Substantial Route 195, Route 33, Route 9, and Garden State Parkway accessibility. Substantial 82.8% White / 11.1% Hispanic / 3.7% Two or More demographic mix. Median household income $97,574 (2023). Substantial low crime rate.
Farmingdale School District operates a substantial PreK-8 own community public school district with 1 school — Farmingdale Elementary School at 49 Academy Street, Farmingdale 07727. Enrollment 163 students 2022-23 (state report 161 PreK-8), 24.0 FTE faculty, 6.8:1 ratio. Superintendent: Edith Conroy. Business administrator: Ronald Sanasac. DFG DE. The substantial single school building serves substantial PreK-8 students from substantial all the area within the municipal boundaries of the Borough of Farmingdale. The substantial 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio is substantial smaller than the national average. Substantial walking-distance proximity to substantial residential blocks across the borough.
For grades 9-12, Farmingdale students attend Howell High School at 405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road, Farmingdale 07727 (located in Howell Township, with Farmingdale mailing address) — part of the substantial Freehold Regional High School District (FRHSD). Howell HS was established in September 1964 and serves substantial all students from Farmingdale plus substantial portions of Howell Township. Enrollment 1,775 students 2024-25, 128.2 FTE faculty, 13.9:1 ratio. Principal: Jeremy Braverman. Team name: Rebels. Colors: Navy Blue and Silver. Athletics conference: Shore Conference. Yearbook: Echo. The substantial school has been accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Elementary and Secondary Schools since 1970 (accreditation through July 2025). US News ranks Howell HS #183 within NJ and #5,351 in National Rankings. Niche ranks Howell HS #17 in Best Public High Schools in Monmouth County (Grade A-).
Substantial nearby Allaire State Park offers substantial hiking trails through preserved forest and the substantial Historic Village at Allaire (former 19th-century iron-working community). Substantial nearby Manasquan Reservoir (1,200 acres) offers substantial boating, fishing, kayaking, and substantial 5-mile Perimeter Trail. Substantial nearby Wall Stadium Speedway hosts the substantial Turkey Day Derby and other substantial NASCAR community racing events. Farmingdale hosts substantial Memorial Day Parade community events. Substantial local restaurants include Connie's Restaurant and Woody's Roadside Tavern along Main Street. Substantial shopping includes Shop N Bag grocery store and Mercuriosities On Main. Substantial local green spaces include Lutz Park and Ed Brown's Playground.
Farmingdale's housing stock concentrates in substantial mix of ranch-style, split-level, Colonial-inspired, and substantial newer Craftsman single-family inventory (substantial newer Craftsmans built around 2016). Median sale prices: Redfin August 2025 median sale $812,000 (+25.2% YoY, "very competitive," 18-day DOM); Homes.com 12-month median sale $850,000 (+6% YoY, 30-day DOM, 8 houses for sale, August 2025 median home price $847,450); city-data 2024 estimated median house or condo value $475,240 (up from $153,700 in 2000 — substantial 209% appreciation over 24 years). Mean prices 2024: all housing units $468,958; detached houses $472,016. Median gross rent 2024: $1,674. Cost of living index 117.7 (December 2024 — substantially higher than national average). Per local realtor sources, current listings range $579,000 to $1,850,000. Substantial 87% higher than national average median sale price. The substantial competitive market reflects substantial scarcity — homes sell in 18 days. Substantial 85.20% white-collar workforce drives substantial primary-residence demand. Substantial median household income $97,574 (2023). The substantial 13.2% population growth from 2010 to 2020 (from 1,329 to 1,504) reflects substantial recent demand for substantial small-borough character.
Ranch-style and split-level single-family residences across Farmingdale's substantial more accessible residential blocks. The most accessible Farmingdale entry point — substantial first-time and primary-residence buyers seeking the substantial small-borough character. Median gross rent $1,674. Substantial walking-distance proximity to substantial Main Street commercial corridor (Connie's Restaurant, Woody's Roadside Tavern, Shop N Bag) and substantial Farmingdale Elementary School at 49 Academy Street.
Substantial Colonial-inspired and substantial newer Craftsman single-family residences (substantial newer Craftsmans built around 2016) throughout the borough's substantial primary residential blocks. The largest segment by transaction volume — substantial primary-residence year-round families anchored by the substantial PreK-8 own Farmingdale Elementary + 9-12 Howell HS (FRHSD) feeder pattern. The Redfin August 2025 median sale $812,000 and Homes.com 12-month median $850,000 anchor this tier.
Substantial larger custom-built and substantial estate-scale single-family residences throughout Farmingdale's most-watched residential blocks. Per local Realtors, current listings range up to $1,850,000. The substantial larger custom-built residences command substantial premium pricing in the substantial borough's most-distinctive residential pockets. Substantial primary-residence demand from substantial discerning property buyers seeking substantial small-borough character with substantial Allaire State Park + Manasquan Reservoir-adjacent rural character.
Farmingdale's compact 0.52-square-mile borough segments by proximity to the substantial Main Street commercial corridor (substantial restaurants, shops, businesses), the substantial Academy Street educational corridor (anchored by Farmingdale Elementary at 49 Academy Street), the substantial Asbury Avenue civic corridor (anchored by Borough Hall + Municipal Court at 11 Asbury Avenue), and the substantial Howell Township border residential pockets.
The substantial Main Street walkable commercial corridor — anchored by substantial Connie's Restaurant, Woody's Roadside Tavern (substantial casual dining destinations), Shop N Bag grocery store, and Mercuriosities On Main (substantial gift and curiosity shop). Substantial walkability anchors the substantial borough's distinctive small-town character. Substantial mixed-use commercial-residential character along the substantial corridor.
The substantial Academy Street educational corridor — anchored by Farmingdale Elementary School at 49 Academy Street (PreK-8 own, 163 students, 6.8:1 ratio, Superintendent Edith Conroy). Substantial residential blocks adjacent to the substantial K-8 educational anchor. Substantial single-family Colonial-inspired and ranch-style residential inventory across the corridor. Substantial primary-residence families substantially anchored by substantial walking-distance proximity to the borough's only school.
The substantial Asbury Avenue civic corridor — anchored by Farmingdale Borough Hall + Municipal Court Collectors Office at 11 Asbury Avenue. Substantial preserved historic residential blocks across the corridor. Substantial Mayor James A. Daly and substantial Borough Council operate from the substantial civic infrastructure. Substantial Municipal Clerk: Corinne DiCorcia Williams. Substantial single-family residential inventory across the corridor.
The substantial Squankum-Yellowbrook Road corridor — anchored by Howell High School at 405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road, Farmingdale 07727 (FRHSD, 1,775 students, Rebels). Although the substantial Howell HS is technically located in Howell Township, the substantial school carries the substantial Farmingdale mailing address — substantial Farmingdale students attend Howell HS. Substantial nearby Howell Twp Middle School North (PreK-8, 0.37 miles from Howell HS).
The substantial Howell Township border residential pockets — anchored by substantial newer Craftsman single-family construction built around 2016. Substantial newer construction complements the substantial older mid-20th century ranch-style and Colonial-inspired inventory. Substantial primary-residence year-round families anchor substantial residential continuity along the substantial Farmingdale-Howell border. Substantial nearby Lutz Park and Ed Brown's Playground anchor substantial recreational character.
"Farmingdale is the rare 0.52-square-mile western Monmouth borough entirely surrounded by Howell Township — with the substantial motto 'Today's Town with Yesterday's Touch' reflecting substantial preserved Main Street walkable commercial corridor character. Incorporated April 8, 1903 from Howell Township, PreK-8 own Farmingdale School District (Farmingdale Elementary, 163 students, 6.8:1 ratio) + 9-12 Howell HS (FRHSD, 1,775 students, Rebels) sending, substantial +13.2% population growth from 2010 to 2020, and median home sales $812K-$850K (+25.2% YoY) make Farmingdale one of western Monmouth's most-distinctive substantial small boroughs."
Farmingdale cross-shops most directly with Howell Township (which entirely surrounds Farmingdale — substantially larger 61.2 sq mi township, same 9-12 Howell HS Rebels, substantially more accessible pricing), Wall Township (immediately east, K-12 own, similar substantial small-borough-adjacent character), Freehold Township (north, K-8 own + Freehold Twp HS in FRHSD), and Colts Neck Township (northeast, substantially higher pricing, K-8 own + Colts Neck HS in FRHSD).
| Town | Median Sale | Avg. Tax | Land Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmingdale ★ | $812,000 | $9,100 | 0.52 mi² |
| Howell Township | $555,000 | $8,400 | 61.2 mi² |
| Wall Township | $725,000 | $10,113 | 31 mi² |
| Freehold Twp | $700,000 | $10,600 | 38.7 mi² |
| Colts Neck Twp | $1,400,000 | $12,576 | 31.6 mi² |
★ Subject town. Sources: Monmouth County Board of Taxation (2025 certified data), Farmingdale School District (PreK-8 own, 163 students 2022-23, 6.8:1 ratio, DFG DE, Superintendent Edith Conroy); Howell HS (FRHSD, est. September 1964, 1,775 students 2024-25, 13.9:1 ratio, Rebels, Navy Blue/Silver, Shore Conference, Principal Jeremy Braverman, US News NJ #183); Redfin August 2025 median sale $812,000 (+25.2% YoY); Homes.com 12-month median sale $850,000 (+6% YoY); city-data 2024 estimated median house/condo value $475,240 (up from $153,700 in 2000); +13.2% population growth from 2010 to 2020. Farmingdale pricing varies substantially by section — verify section-specific pricing with The Prodigy Team before contract.
Borough History & "Today's Town with Yesterday's Touch". Farmingdale was formally incorporated as a borough by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on April 8, 1903, from portions of Howell Township. The substantial borough motto: "Today's Town with Yesterday's Touch" — substantial reflecting substantial preserved Main Street walkable commercial corridor character. The borough is governed under New Jersey's Borough form of government. Mayor: James A. Daly (R, term ends December 31, 2027); Municipal Clerk: Corinne DiCorcia Williams. Borough Hall: 11 Asbury Avenue. Population 1,504 (2020, +13.2% from 1,329 in 2010, est. 1,491 in 2023, projected 1,477 in 2025). Substantial 2000 census count was 1,587 — substantial -16.3% decline from 2000 to 2010, then substantial recovery +13.2% from 2010 to 2020. Total area 0.52 sq mi (547th of 565 in state by area, 48th of 53 in county); all 0.52 sq mi is land (0% water). Elevation 75 ft. Substantial 451st largest community in NJ; 511th most populated. Median household income $97,574 (2023). Demographic mix: 82.8% White, 11.1% Hispanic, 3.7% Two or More.
Farmingdale School District & Howell HS (FRHSD). Farmingdale operates the substantial Farmingdale School District (PreK-8 own community public school district with 1 school — Farmingdale Elementary School at 49 Academy Street, Farmingdale 07727). Enrollment 163 students 2022-23 (state report 161 PreK-8), 24.0 FTE faculty, 6.8:1 ratio. Superintendent: Edith Conroy. Business administrator: Ronald Sanasac. DFG DE. For grades 9-12, students attend Howell High School at 405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road, Farmingdale 07727 (located in Howell Township with Farmingdale mailing address) — part of the substantial Freehold Regional High School District (FRHSD). Howell HS established September 1964; enrollment 1,775 students 2024-25, 128.2 FTE faculty, 13.9:1 ratio. Principal: Jeremy Braverman. Team name: Rebels. Colors: Navy Blue and Silver. Athletics conference: Shore Conference. Yearbook: Echo. Accredited by Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools since 1970. The substantial board of education confirmed the name Southern Freehold Regional High School in November 1962, despite efforts by Howell Township to have the school named after the host community. The substantial district allocated $2.7 million (equivalent to $28.1 million in 2024) for construction of a building on a 60-acre site. US News ranks Howell HS #183 in NJ and #5,351 nationally; Niche ranks #17 in Best Public High Schools in Monmouth County (Grade A-).
Allaire State Park + Manasquan Reservoir + Wall Stadium Speedway. Substantial nearby Allaire State Park offers substantial hiking trails through preserved forest and the substantial Historic Village at Allaire (former 19th-century iron-working community). Substantial nearby Manasquan Reservoir (1,200 acres) offers substantial boating, fishing, kayaking, and substantial 5-mile Perimeter Trail. Substantial nearby Wall Stadium Speedway hosts the substantial Turkey Day Derby and substantial NASCAR community racing events. Farmingdale hosts substantial Memorial Day Parade community events. Substantial local restaurants include Connie's Restaurant and Woody's Roadside Tavern along Main Street. Substantial shopping includes Shop N Bag grocery store and Mercuriosities On Main. Substantial local green spaces include Lutz Park and Ed Brown's Playground. The substantial nearby Biotechnology High School magnet (Monmouth County Vocational School District) anchors substantial specialized academic opportunities.
Demographics, Economics & Transportation. 2020 population 1,504 (substantial +13.2% from 2010's 1,329). Median household income $97,574 (2023). Estimated per capita income $43,481 (2024, up from $21,667 in 2000). Median home value $475,240 (2024, up from $153,700 in 2000 — substantial 209% appreciation). Mean prices 2024: all housing units $468,958; detached houses $472,016. Median gross rent $1,674. Cost of living index 117.7 (Dec 2024). Substantial 5.7% poverty rate. Substantial 85.20% white-collar workforce. Substantial 10.34% healthcare, 10.20% office/administrative support, 9.77% management occupations. Substantial more artists, designers, and media workers than 90% of US communities. Substantial 82.8% White / 11.1% Hispanic / 3.7% Two or More demographic mix. The substantial borough is approximately 9 miles from Freehold and 50 miles from Newark. Substantial Route 195, Route 33, Route 9, and Garden State Parkway accessibility. Notable Farmingdale native: Darrell Reid (born June 20, 1982, 2005 NFL player Indianapolis Colts). Substantial low crime rate.
The median sale price in Farmingdale tracks at approximately $812,000 per Redfin August 2025 data (+25.2% YoY, "very competitive," 18-day DOM). Homes.com 12-month median sale $850,000 (+6% YoY, 30-day DOM); August 2025 median home price $847,450. City-data 2024 estimated median house/condo value $475,240 (up from $153,700 in 2000 — substantial 209% appreciation). Mean prices 2024: all housing units $468,958; detached houses $472,016. Median gross rent $1,674. Per local realtor sources, current listings range $579,000 to $1,850,000. Substantial 87% higher than national average. Average tax bill approximately $9,100. Substantial 8 houses currently for sale.
Farmingdale operates the substantial Farmingdale School District (PreK-8 own with 1 school — Farmingdale Elementary School at 49 Academy Street, 163 students 2022-23, 6.8:1 ratio, DFG DE, Superintendent Edith Conroy). For high school (9-12), Farmingdale students attend Howell High School at 405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road, Farmingdale 07727 (part of the Freehold Regional High School District, located in Howell Township with Farmingdale mailing address). Howell HS was established September 1964; 1,775 students 2024-25; 13.9:1 ratio; Principal Jeremy Braverman; Rebels mascot; Navy Blue and Silver; Shore Conference. Accredited by Middle States Association since 1970. US News ranks #183 in NJ; Niche ranks #17 Best Public HS in Monmouth County (Grade A-).
Yes — Farmingdale is substantially entirely surrounded by Howell Township on all sides. The substantial 0.52-square-mile borough was formally incorporated on April 8, 1903, from portions of Howell Township, and now sits as a substantial enclave borough entirely within Howell Township's substantial 61.2-square-mile footprint (the substantial largest township by land area in Monmouth County). Substantial residents enjoy substantial access to substantial larger Howell Township amenities while retaining a substantial small-town atmosphere. The substantial Howell HS Rebels share the substantial Farmingdale mailing address (405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road, Farmingdale 07727) — substantial integrated relationship between the two municipalities.
Substantial nearby Allaire State Park offers substantial hiking trails through preserved forest and the substantial Historic Village at Allaire (former 19th-century iron-working community). Substantial nearby Manasquan Reservoir (1,200 acres) offers substantial boating, fishing, kayaking, and substantial 5-mile Perimeter Trail. Substantial nearby Wall Stadium Speedway hosts the substantial Turkey Day Derby and substantial NASCAR community racing events. Farmingdale hosts substantial Memorial Day Parade community events. Substantial local green spaces include Lutz Park and Ed Brown's Playground. Substantial Main Street commercial corridor (Connie's Restaurant, Woody's Roadside Tavern, Shop N Bag, Mercuriosities On Main).
The Prodigy Team works the Main Street walkable commercial corridor (Connie's Restaurant, Woody's Roadside Tavern, Shop N Bag), the Academy Street educational corridor (Farmingdale Elementary School), the Asbury Avenue civic corridor (Borough Hall + Municipal Court), the Squankum-Yellowbrook Road / Howell HS corridor, and the Howell Township border newer Craftsman pocket every week. Cinematic 4K aerial drone marketing — particularly valuable for Farmingdale's substantial mix of ranch-style, split-level, Colonial-inspired, and newer Craftsman (built around 2016) inventory plus the substantial nearby Allaire State Park + Manasquan Reservoir context — NYS/NJ broker representation, and 20+ years of Monmouth County transactional experience.
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