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About this home
Set on Center Street in the heart of Rumson, this beautifully renovated Shore Colonial blends timeless architecture with a refined, modern sensibility. Natural light highlights wide-plank white oak floors and carefully selected finishes. The inviting main level connects the dining area, family room and kitchen, featuring tailored cabinetry, a designer tile backsplash, Bertazzoni appliances and an oversized waterfall quartz island with breakfast-bar seating. The baths offer elegant tile, refined vanities, high-end fixtures and LED mirrors with built-in defoggers. Generously sized bedrooms include a serene primary suite with an oversized closet. The coveted in-town setting is moments from Rumson's exceptional restaurants, shops and top-rated schools.
Welcome to 26 Center Street—a timeless Rumson classic full of charm, character, and comfort. This beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath home features high ceilings, large sunlit windows, and a solid wood staircase with original detailing. Enjoy a brand-new eat-in kitchen with modern appliances, a newly renovated bathroom with stunning tilework, and luxury vinyl flooring on the first floor with hardwoods upstairs. Relax by the wood-burning fireplace or unwind on the deck overlooking a spacious backyard. Located on a tree-lined street near top-rated schools, downtown shops, parks, beaches, and the NYC ferry—this home blends historic character with today's conveniences. Property is not in a flood zone. Some sights are pulling in the Sea Bright address. See Flood Determination Report.
Public Records
Mar 10, 1997
Sold
$149,400
Public Records
Oct 28, 1993
Sold
$120,000
Public Records
May 1, 1985
Sold
$102,000
Public Records
Aug 1, 1983
Sold
$82,000
Public Records
Feb 1, 1980
Sold
$62,500
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,825 (+3.5%)
$769,400 + $288,300
$1,057,700
2024
$8,531 (−1.2%)
$715,200 + $126,100
$841,300
2023
$8,638 (+1.2%)
$660,700 + $114,800
$775,500
2022
$8,538 (+3.7%)
$634,800 + $104,100
$738,900
2021
$8,232 (+8.2%)
$565,600 + $97,800
$663,400
2020
$7,606 (+7.0%)
$490,200 + $88,300
$578,500
2019
$7,110 (+0.6%)
$445,600 + $85,200
$530,800
2018
$7,069 (+9.3%)
$332,900 + $151,100
$484,000
2017
$6,465 (+3.3%)
$300,400 + $139,700
$440,100
2016
$6,256
$300,400 + $139,700
$440,100
2015
$6,253 (+1.5%)
$300,400 + $136,200
$436,600
2014
$6,161 (+9.6%)
$296,400 + $126,500
$422,900
2013
$5,623 (+4.0%)
$296,400 + $126,500
$422,900
2012
$5,406 (+2.5%)
$224,900 + $124,800
$349,700
2011
$5,273 (+1.2%)
$224,900 + $124,800
$349,700
2010
$5,211 (+4.1%)
$224,900 + $124,800
$349,700
2009
$5,004
$224,900 + $124,800
$349,700
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
2
Lot width
36 ft.
Lot depth
160 ft.
Lot size
5,759 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,031
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,031
Year built
1922
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monmouth County
APN
4100061 00008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
8/10 Wind Factor
80% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Rumson, NJ • 07760
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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39
28
53
38
61
46
69
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84
71
78
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74
65
66
54
56
44
43
31
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
84/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Rumson. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
4.8 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 26 Center St
$1,646,979
$148K over list price of $1.50M
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.2M to $2.0M.