Spotlight on Fair Haven, New Jersey
Fair Haven is a wealthy borough in Monmouth County, New Jersey. It is located on the Rumson Peninsula and is bordered by the Navesink River on one side and communities of Red Bank and Little Silver on the other. The borough has a total of 2.112 square miles, with 1.597 square miles of land and 0.515 square miles of water.
Fair Haven’s first permanent structure was built in 1816, along the Navesink River. By the mid-19th century it was a hub of activity, serving as a stop for steamboats on their route from Red Bank to New York City, bringing visitors to the area and oysters to the city.
Fair Haven offers a wonderful small-town atmosphere, with quiet neighborhoods, parks, and a charming historic shopping district. Only 26 miles from New York City, many move to the area seeking refuge from city, and commute to work. The nearest train station is in Red Bank, where you can catch the North Jersey Coast Line commuter rail to any number of other communities, including Manhattan. There are local buses from Fair Haven to Red Bank.
Real Estate in Fair Haven is filled with gorgeous homes on large lots, from charming and warm Colonials to sprawling new construction and cozy Craftsman bungalos. Private communities, cul-de-sacs and picturesque tree-lined streets are an incredible draw to this beautiful location.
Fair Haven has a public boat launch and a number of marinas, so it’s a great choice for those looking to spend their summers on the water. There are also endless choices of restaurants, shops to explore, and town-hosted activities to take part in. Most popular is the annual Fireman’s Fair, boasting attendance in the thousands. Set during the last weekend of summer, the fair boasts amusement rides, games, food, and live music.
Fair Haven has two public schools, Viola L. Sickles School and Knollwood School, serving students in kindergarten through 8th grade. Area high school students, along with students from Rumson, attend the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High school. The charming, small-town feeling is even present in the schools, with many children riding their bicycles to and from when the weather is good.
For information on Fair Haven and other exciting homes for sale in New Jersey, contact Robert DeFalco Realty at 718-748-7000 (NYC Service Office, member of Manhattan MLS) or stop by our conveniently located one-stop center at 8823 3rd Ave. in Brooklyn. 1678 Hylan Boulevard in Staten Island, 718-987-7900 for our Staten Island Office or in New Jersey at 315 Rte 34 in Colts Neck, 732-845-3200. Bi-lingual agents are available.
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