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Monroe, NJ 55+ active adult communities & homes for sale
Living in Monroe
Monroe is a town located in Central New Jersey that is popular with active adults. Monroe offers its residents a serene nature park with picturesque lake views and a lively…
Monroe is a town located in Central New Jersey that is popular with active adults. Monroe offers its residents a serene nature park with picturesque lake views and a lively community center. The surrounding area hosts a variety of festivals and events throughout the year. Monroe provides convenient access to city life by taking Interstate 95 to New York City.
Monroe Climate & Geography
Being in the northeast United States, Monroe experiences all four seasons. The town receives more rainfall than national average, and slightly less snowfall. Residents of Monroe can enjoy a few more sunny days than the national average.
Recreation, Culture & Entertainment In Monroe
Locals can enjoy a variety of entertainment options in Monroe. Thompson Park is a popular area to go fishing or walk along a hiking trail during the warmer months. The Monroe Community Center offers activities like ballroom dancing and a photography club, providing opportunities to pick up a new skill or hobby regardless of the season.
Monroe possesses several restaurants and stores that provide all of the basic necessities to its residents. Various festivals and special events are held in Monroe and the surrounding areas regularly. For those looking for more extensive shopping and entertainment options, New York City is just a drive away.
Monroe Cost of Living & Taxes
Cost of living in Monroe is higher than the state and national average, with the price of housing playing the biggest role in raising the overall cost. Sales tax is below average at 6.63 percent, and Social Security is not taxed in New Jersey. Income tax in New Jersey can range from 1.4 percent to 8.97 percent.
Monroe Health Care
According to Gallup's Well-Being Index, New Jersey scores well in the social factor of the survey.
Hackensack Meridian Health Riverview Medical Center is located in Red Bank, and it is rated high performing by U.S. News. Nearby Monmouth Medical Center-Long Branch Campus is also high performing, and Jersey Shore University Medical Center in Neptune is nationally ranked.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Monroe, there are 5 large communities with over 1000 homes, 3 medium communities with 500-1000 homes, and 6 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Monroe has 71 homes, the largest has 2303 homes, and the average communities consists of 867 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Monroe. The most recent communities started in Monroe include Venue at Monroe, The Gables at Monroe, Four Seasons at Monroe. There are also 2 communities in Monroe that offer new construction homes, including Venue at Monroe, The Gables at Monroe.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Monroe. Approximately 92.9% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Rossmoor Village is a gated communities with 2303 homes, and Regency at Monroe is another gated communities with 1200 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Monroe stay on the market for around 583 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $558,697, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Venue at Monroe average around $796,443, while homes in Renaissance at Cranbury Crossing average around $585,000.
69 communities near Monroe
558 homes near Monroe
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2 beds
|2 baths
|2,000 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,816 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,374 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,150 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,008 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,207 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,129 sq ft
|Ranch
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,150 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|1 baths
|914 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,825 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,398 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,224 sq ft
|House
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,130 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,038 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|2 baths
|1,266 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,878 sq ft
|House
3 beds
|3 baths
|2,185 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,756 sq ft
|Ranch
3 beds
|4 baths
|3,997 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,418 sq ft
|Condo
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,588 sq ft
3 beds
|4 baths
|2,551 sq ft
|Adult Community
2 beds
|2 baths
|2,186 sq ft
2 beds
|2 baths
|1,418 sq ft
2 beds
|1 baths
|949 sq ft
|Adult Community
Frequently Asked Questions
In Monroe, there are 5 large communities with over 1000 homes, 3 medium communities with 500-1000 homes, and 6 small communities with less than 500 homes.
The smallest 55+ communities in Monroe has 71 homes, the largest has 2303 homes, and the average communities consists of 867 homes.
Yes, there are new 55+ homes available in Monroe. The most recent communities started in Monroe include Venue at Monroe, The Gables at Monroe, Four Seasons at Monroe. There are also 2 communities in Monroe that offer new construction homes, including Venue at Monroe, The Gables at Monroe.
Yes, there are gated 55+ communities in Monroe. Approximately 92.9% of 55+ communities in the area are gated. For instance, Rossmoor Village is a gated communities with 2303 homes, and Regency at Monroe is another gated communities with 1200 homes.
On average, listings in 55+ communities in Monroe stay on the market for around 583 days. The average price of homes for sale in these communities is approximately $558,697, though prices can range widely based on the size, location, and amenities of the communities. For example, homes in Venue at Monroe average around $796,443, while homes in Renaissance at Cranbury Crossing average around $585,000.
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