Manalapan, Manalapan NJ — neighborhood review

Manalapan, NJ

Manalapan · NJ 07726

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

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Verdict

$647K

Median Price

24/100

Walk Score

8.5/10

Schools

78 min

to Midtown Manhattan

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
ASafety
92/100
B+Schools
85/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
35/100
FWalkability
24/100
WYLT Score63/100

Our Take

Manalapan is a stable, affluent community with a highly educated population, offering a mix of suburban and rural living. While it comes with some costs, this neighborhood is well-suited for families and professionals seeking a peaceful, high-end lifestyle. However, the high flood risk and limited walkability are worth considering.

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The Good

  • High median household income
  • Highly educated population
  • Good schools (off-site)
  • Safe community

Real Talk

  • !Flood risk is high, and homeowners need to factor in insurance costs
  • !Low job growth and limited public transportation options
  • !Housing costs are high
  • $Possible flood insurance costs
  • $Higher prices for homes and living expenses

Best For

familiesaffluent professionalsnature loversremote workers

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Manalapan, NJ

A

Safety grade

Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Low
9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

50% safer than the national average

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