Towns in Monmouth county with low property taxes

[FBone]

Originally Posted by nycgirlinva

why are taxes in Long Branch low? I don't get the implication. I'm moving there with 4 kids and want really GREAT schools if my taxes are going to be exhorbitant. Any suggestions on areas commutable (within 30 minutes) of New Brunswick - Rutgers?

I responded in your previous thread from the Northern Cali person. Basically for a 30 minute commute you will be limited but I second the previous poster. East Brunswick, Old Bridge, Sayreville and possibly Matawan and Englishtown. If you can go further, I like Colts Neck and Holmdel but prices (and rents) are very high. Middletown may be a good medium but you are talking well over 30 minutes.

Edited to add: Reason taxes in Long Branch are low is the city is an Abbott district and we receive extra state funding. Not popular subject for those you live elsewhere. However, city is not a nice place to raise a family. Gangs, drugs, crime and poor schools.

[lovingdisney]

General Tax Rates by County and Municipality - NJ Taxation

I don't know if this website will be helpful, it list each towns tax rate..

[MMTeacher]

Originally Posted by lovingdisney

General Tax Rates by County and Municipality - NJ Taxation

I don't know if this website will be helpful, it list each towns tax rate..

Can you tell me what is the difference between the two columns- General tax and effective tax. Thanks

[lovingdisney]

I don't know perhaps someone else can help. I found the site while surfing one day.

[nandshyam]

Originally Posted by nic529

That was my point - 5k anywhere in NJ is going to be tough to find

I friend lives in monmouth walk... they pay approx 5k.. its a 2B, 2.5 bath with basement, no garage.