Homes for sale in Howell Township, NJ — current 07731 and 07728 listings, median sale prices near $676K, the LARGEST municipality in Monmouth County by land area (61.21 sq mi), comprehensive K-8 Howell Township Public Schools (5,409 students, 12 schools), Howell High School (Rebels — FRHSD), substantial equestrian and 55+ community inventory.
If you're searching for homes for sale in Howell Township, NJ, you're looking at the largest municipality in Monmouth County by land area — a 61.21-square-mile township of 53,537 residents (2020, the highest decennial count ever) with a substantial PreK-8 own school district (Howell Township Public Schools, 5,409 students across 12 schools), Howell High School (the Rebels — one of six high schools in the Freehold Regional High School District), and a sprawling residential footprint spanning multiple distinct communities. Howell Township real estate trades at a median sale price near $580,000-$676,000, with substantial single-family Colonial, ranch, and Cape Cod inventory across the township's many neighborhoods, equestrian and farm properties on multi-acre lots, and meaningful access to Garden State Parkway Exit 98 (via Wall Township border), Route 9, Route 33, and Interstate 195. Howell borders Wall Township (E), Freehold Township (N), Jackson and Lakewood (W, both in Ocean County), and Brick Township (S, in Ocean County).
Howell Township is the largest municipality in Monmouth County by land area — 61.21 square miles. The township's sheer scale produces one of the most diverse residential portfolios in central New Jersey: substantial single-family Colonial and ranch inventory across the township's many neighborhoods, equestrian and horse properties on multi-acre lots, dense post-1960 family-residential developments, and substantial commercial frontage along Route 9 and Route 33. Howell Township was officially created on February 23, 1801 — making it one of the oldest continuously-existing municipalities in Monmouth County. The township was formed from portions of Shrewsbury Township. Over the years, substantial portions were carved out as separate municipalities: Brick Township (1850), Wall Township (1851), and Farmingdale (1903). The 2020 population of 53,537 represents the township's highest decennial count ever, reflecting substantial post-1960 residential growth driven by GSP and Route 9 corridor accessibility. Howell is approximately 60-70 miles from New York City — at the southwestern edge of the New York metropolitan commuter shed. The township has substantial Italian, Irish, German, Polish, English, and Russian heritage, including a small but historically significant Kalmyk American community (the nation's first Kalmyk-American Buddhist temple).
Howell Township Public Schools operates one of the largest PreK-8 public school districts in central New Jersey — 12 schools, 5,409 students (2020-21), 10.9:1 ratio, 494.5 FTE faculty, classified by NJ DOE as DFG "FG." Superintendent: Joseph Isola. Administrative offices: 200 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road / PO Box 579, with municipal building at 4567 Route 9 North. The district operates 5 K-2 elementary schools, 5 grade-3-5 elementary schools, and 2 middle schools (grades 6-8). The substantial geographic footprint requires extensive school transportation infrastructure.
Howell High School (405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road) opened in September 1964 and is one of six high schools in the **Freehold Regional High School District** (FRHSD) — the regional district covering Howell, Marlboro, Manalapan, Colts Neck, Freehold Borough, Freehold Township, and Englishtown. Howell HS enrolled 1,775 students (2024-25), 13.9:1 ratio, 128.2 FTE faculty. Athletic teams: Rebels (navy blue and silver). Shore Conference. Principal Jeremy Braverman. Yearbook Echo. Accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Howell HS also serves all students from Farmingdale and some portions of Howell Township that don't attend Freehold Township HS or Colts Neck HS.
Howell Township is one of the most-corridor-accessible Monmouth municipalities. Garden State Parkway Exit 98 (in adjacent Wall Township) provides direct access from the eastern Howell sections. Route 9 (a major north-south commuter corridor connecting central NJ to NY Penn Station via the Old Bridge / Woodbridge / Newark route) cuts north-south through the western half of the township. Route 33 (the major east-west commuter route) cuts through the central section. Interstate 195 — providing direct east-west access between the GSP and the New Jersey Turnpike — sits immediately south in Wall Township. Substantial commercial frontage along Route 9 and Route 33.
Howell Township's housing stock spans some of the broadest pricing ranges in Monmouth County — the township's 61.21-square-mile footprint includes substantial post-1960 single-family Colonial and ranch developments, equestrian and farm properties on multi-acre lots (substantial agricultural and horse farm heritage), substantial newer-construction (post-2000) developments throughout the central and southern sections, and 55+ active-adult community inventory. The 2024 median sale price tracked at approximately $580,000; Redfin May 2026 pending median is $676K with 130 pending listings (61-day median DOM, 1 offer per home). Howell uses 2 main ZIP codes — 07731 (most of township) and 07728 (Freehold area, used in northeastern Howell sections). Howell sees 51 homes sold per month + 24 condos + 1 townhouse activity per recent Redfin data — among the highest transaction volume of any Monmouth municipality.
One- and two-bedroom condo units in Howell's substantial condo and townhouse inventory, mid-century Capes and ranches on quarter-acre lots, smaller post-1970 Colonials, and renovation-candidate older homes. Howell's substantial residential variety produces one of the most accessible primary-residence entry-tier corridors in southern Monmouth — first-time buyers and primary-residence relocators compete on well-priced inventory. Recent active range starts from approximately $350K (Redfin condo median listing $400K).
Three- and four-bedroom Colonial, ranch, and split-level single-family residences on half-acre lots throughout the township's primary post-1970 family-residential developments. The largest segment by transaction volume — primary-residence year-round families anchored by Howell Township Public Schools drive demand. The 51-homes-per-month Howell transaction volume concentrates in this tier.
Four- and five-bedroom newer-construction (post-2000) estate-scale Colonials on multi-acre lots, equestrian properties with substantial stables and pastures (Howell has historically been one of central New Jersey's most-active horse and farm property markets), luxury 55+ active-adult community residences, and the township's most-significant new-construction inventory. Howell's agricultural and equestrian zoning supports substantial estate-scale inventory not available in smaller Monmouth boroughs.
Howell Township's substantial 61.21-square-mile land footprint includes numerous named sections — substantial residential developments, named neighborhoods, and historic community pockets. The township's unincorporated communities and locality names include Adelphia, Aldrich, Ardena, Bergerville, Candlewood, Casino, Clarksburg, Echo Lake, Maxim, Ramtown, Squankum, and several substantial 55+ communities.
The eastern Howell Township sections bordering Wall Township — substantial post-1970 single-family Colonial and ranch inventory across multiple residential blocks. Ramtown anchors the eastern corridor with direct access to GSP Exit 98 (in adjacent Wall Township) and direct proximity to Wall Township's Allaire State Park (3,068 acres extending into Howell). Among the most-watched Howell residential pockets for primary-residence commuters.
The Route 9 corridor and the western Howell sections bordering Jackson and Lakewood (both in Ocean County). Substantial commercial frontage along Route 9, with substantial single-family residential blocks on each side. Among the more accessible Howell pricing tiers, with strong appeal for Route 9-corridor primary-residence commuters and proximity to Six Flags Great Adventure (in adjacent Jackson Township).
The northern Howell Township section toward Freehold Township — historically one of the most-significant equestrian property corridors in central New Jersey. Substantial multi-acre estate lots with stables and pastures, historic farm properties, and the township's most-distinctive horse-and-farm-zoning inventory. Among the upper-tier Howell residential pockets, with substantial estate-scale inventory not available in smaller Monmouth boroughs.
The southern Howell Township section toward Brick Township. Substantial concentration of 55+ active-adult community inventory — Howell has one of the deepest 55+ community portfolios in Monmouth County, with multiple substantial developments offering active-adult lifestyle amenities (clubhouses, pools, tennis, golf, etc.). Strong appeal for downsizers and active-adult buyers prioritizing community amenities alongside accessible pricing.
The central Howell Township section anchored by Howell High School (405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road) and the Howell Township Public Schools administrative offices (200 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road). Squankum-Yellowbrook Road runs through the central section. Substantial single-family Colonial and ranch inventory with direct walking-distance proximity to the township's primary high school and K-8 administrative infrastructure.
"Howell is the rare Monmouth municipality where a buyer can shop a $400K condo and a $2M equestrian estate on multi-acre lots in the same 07731 ZIP code — both feeding into the same Howell HS (Rebels, FRHSD). The 61.21-square-mile footprint, the 5,409-student K-8 own district, and the Route 9 / Route 33 / I-195 corridor accessibility make Howell one of the most-flexible primary-residence Monmouth corridors at any price tier."
Howell Township cross-shops most directly with Wall Township (immediately east, K-12 own district, oceanfront access, similar single-family inventory at slightly higher pricing), Freehold Township (immediately north, similar K-8 own district plus FRHSD HS, similar pricing), Colts Neck (northeast, much higher pricing, equestrian profile), and Jackson Township (immediately west in Ocean County, similar profile, accessible pricing).
| Town | Median Sale | Avg. Tax | Land Area |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howell Township ★ | $676,000 | $8,400 | 61.21 mi² |
| Wall Township | $799,000 | $8,900 | 31.4 mi² |
| Freehold Township | $685,000 | $8,950 | 38.34 mi² |
| Colts Neck | $1,400,000 | $12,576 | 31.6 mi² |
| Jackson Twp (Ocean Co) | $550,000 | $7,200 | 100.6 mi² |
★ Subject town. Sources: Monmouth County Board of Taxation (2025 certified data), Howell Township Public Schools NCES data (5,409 students K-8, 12 schools, DFG "FG"), Redfin May 2026 pending median $676K (130 pending listings, 61-day median DOM, 51 homes sold past month), Howell HS FRHSD 2024-25 enrollment 1,775 students. Howell pricing varies substantially by section (Ramtown/Eastern vs. Western Route 9 vs. Adelphia equestrian vs. 55+ communities) — verify section-specific pricing with The Prodigy Team before contract.
Township History. Howell Township was officially created on February 23, 1801, from portions of Shrewsbury Township — making it one of the oldest continuously-existing municipalities in Monmouth County. Over the years, substantial portions were carved out as separate municipalities: Brick Township (1850), Wall Township (1851), and Farmingdale (1903). The township's current 61.21-square-mile footprint makes Howell the largest municipality in Monmouth County by land area. Howell is bordered by Wall Township (E), Freehold Township (N), Jackson and Lakewood (W, both in Ocean County), and Brick Township (S, in Ocean County). Howell Township Municipal Building: 4567 Route 9 North, 2nd Floor. Township Council operates under New Jersey's standard council-manager form of government. 2020 population 53,537 represents +1.4% growth from 2010 — highest decennial count ever.
Howell Township Public Schools (K-8) — 12 Schools. Howell Township Public Schools is the largest PreK-8 own district in central Monmouth County by enrollment — 12 schools and 5,409 students (2020-21), 10.9:1 ratio. The substantial district structure includes 5 K-2 elementary schools, 5 grade-3-5 elementary schools, and 2 middle schools serving grades 6-8 — reflecting the substantial geographic distribution required to serve a 61.21-square-mile township. Superintendent: Joseph Isola. Administrative offices: 200 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road / PO Box 579, Howell NJ 07731. The district is classified by NJ DOE as District Factor Group "FG" (fourth-highest of eight groupings).
Howell HS Rebels & FRHSD. Howell High School (405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road) opened in September 1964 — one of six high schools in the substantial Freehold Regional High School District. FRHSD covers Howell, Marlboro, Manalapan, Colts Neck, Freehold Borough, Freehold Township, and Englishtown — enrolling 10,250 students (2023-24), 678.6 FTE faculty, 15.1:1 ratio. District headquarters: 11 Pine Street, Englishtown. Howell HS enrolled 1,775 students (2024-25), 13.9:1 ratio, 128.2 FTE faculty. Athletic teams: Rebels (navy blue and silver). Howell HS also serves all students from Farmingdale, plus some portions of Howell Township that don't attend Freehold Township HS or Colts Neck HS.
Notable Sites & Heritage. Howell Township has substantial Italian, Irish, German, Polish, English, and Russian heritage, including a small but historically significant Kalmyk American community — Howell hosts St. Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, a Russian Orthodox church built in 1936 with Byzantine-style paintings. The Mackenzie Museum and Library was once the home of William Prickitt (who led a regiment of U.S. forces). The township also has substantial agricultural and equestrian heritage — among the central Monmouth municipalities most-active for horse properties, farm properties, and 55+ active-adult community development. The closed Monmouth Academy (formerly Lakewood Preparatory School, founded 1973, closed 2011) was located at 152 Lanes Mill Road, Howell. Several substantial 55+ communities (Candlewood, Equestra, Greenbriar Holiday City, etc.) anchor the southern and western Howell residential corridors.
The median sale price in Howell Township tracks at approximately $676,000 per Redfin May 2026 pending data (130 pending listings, 61-day median DOM, 51 homes sold past month). The Howell market saw substantial 2025 transaction volume — among the highest in Monmouth County, reflecting the township's 61.21-square-mile residential footprint and 53,537 population. Prices range from approximately $350,000 for entry-tier condo and townhouse units to over $2 million for the township's most-significant equestrian estate properties and multi-acre estate-scale Colonials in the Adelphia / Northern Howell equestrian belt.
Howell Township Public Schools operates a PreK-8 own district with 12 schools — 5 K-2 elementary schools, 5 grade-3-5 elementary schools, and 2 middle schools (grades 6-8). District enrollment 5,409 students (2020-21), 10.9:1 ratio, DFG "FG." Superintendent: Joseph Isola. For grades 9-12, Howell students attend one of three high schools in the Freehold Regional High School District: Howell High School (405 Squankum-Yellowbrook Road, the Rebels, 1,775 students 2024-25 — also serves Farmingdale), Freehold Township High School, or Colts Neck High School. Students may apply to specialized programs within FRHSD high schools or to the Monmouth County Vocational School District's five nationally-ranked academies.
Howell Township covers 61.21 square miles — making it the largest municipality in Monmouth County by land area. The 2020 population was 53,537 — the township's highest decennial count ever, reflecting +1.4% growth from 2010. The township was officially created on February 23, 1801, from portions of Shrewsbury Township. Substantial portions were later carved out as separate municipalities: Brick Township (1850), Wall Township (1851), and Farmingdale (1903). The township is part of the New York metropolitan area, located approximately 60-70 miles from New York City at the southwestern edge of the metropolitan commuter shed.
No — Howell Township does not have its own NJ Transit station. The nearest stations are at Belmar (typically a 10-15 minute drive from eastern Howell) and Asbury Park (in adjacent Neptune Township) — both on the North Jersey Coast Line providing direct one-seat service to NY Penn Station. Garden State Parkway Exit 98 (in adjacent Wall Township) provides direct access from the eastern Howell sections. Route 9 (a major north-south commuter corridor connecting central NJ to NY Penn Station via Old Bridge / Woodbridge / Newark) cuts through the western half of the township. Route 33, Route 9, and Interstate 195 provide major corridor access. Many township residents commute via Route 9 to the Aberdeen-Matawan or Jersey Avenue NJ Transit stations.
The Prodigy Team works the Ramtown / Eastern Howell Wall-adjacent corridor, the Route 9 western Howell section, the Adelphia / Northern Howell equestrian belt, the Candlewood / Southern Howell 55+ community corridor, and the Squankum / Central Howell HS-anchor section every week. Cinematic 4K aerial drone marketing — particularly valuable for Howell's substantial equestrian and farm property inventory plus the township's 55+ community portfolio — NYS/NJ broker representation, and 20+ years of Monmouth County transactional experience.
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