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Oakhurst, NJ

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Situated in Monmouth County, Oakhurst is a census-designated place within Ocean Township. Oakhurst contains township essentials like the Monmouth County Library and Township of Ocean Historical Museum. With a population just under 4,000, Oakhurst is home to a close-knit community in an overwhelmingly residential area. Oakhurst residents enjoy a laidback lifestyle in a lush environment minutes from Atlantic Ocean beaches.

Options for outdoor activities are plentiful in Oakhurst. Joe Palaia Park, formerly Deal Test Site, sits in Oakhurst and once played a role in the development of wireless communication. Now, Joe Palaia Park boasts trails, athletic fields, and a playground. The Seven Presidents Oceanfront Park is just a short drive from Oakhurst as well.

Close proximity to Monmouth Mall and Jersey Shore Premium Outlets ensures Oakhurst residents access to all kinds of retail delights. Metropolitan amenities abound in Philadelphia and New York City, which are each about an hour’s drive away from Oakhurst.

Rent Trends

As of March 2025, the average apartment rent in Oakhurst, NJ is $950 for one bedroom. Apartment rent in Oakhurst has increased by 1.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$950/month
0 Sq Ft
House
$20,235/month
1,808 Sq Ft
Townhome
$5,300/month
1,458 Sq Ft
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Transportation

54

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

47

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Thompson Park
  • Murray Farmhouse and Barn
  • Poricy Brook Fossil Beds
  • Huber Woods Environmental Center
  • Pine Creek Railroad

Airports

  • Newark Liberty International
  • John F Kennedy International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2025.