Toms River

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Toms River, NJ

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A great place to live, work, and play on the Jersey Shore.

Coastal Ocean Beach Tourism Boating Fishing College Golf Family-Friendly

Welcome to Toms River, a coastal community that combines suburban comfort with seaside living. This Ocean County seat offers residents diverse housing options, from waterfront properties along the Barnegat Bay to established neighborhoods inland. Currently, the rental market shows average rates of $1,813 for one-bedroom apartments and $2,214 for two-bedrooms, with moderate year-over-year increases ranging from 2.2% to 4.3%. Notable residential areas include downtown Toms River, with its historic architecture and walkable streets, and Silverton, featuring tree-lined neighborhoods. The community offers extensive outdoor recreation at Cattus Island County Park and several beaches along the Jersey Shore, while the Ocean County Mall provides indoor shopping and dining options.

Life in Toms River celebrates both its waterfront heritage and community spirit. The township hosts the nationally recognized Halloween parade, drawing thousands of visitors annually. Downtown features the historic Ocean County Courthouse and Joshua Huddy Park, named after a Revolutionary War hero who defended the Toms River Blockhouse. The community gained national attention when the Toms River East Little League team won the Little League World Series in 1998, with more than 40,000 people lining Route 37 for the victory parade. Education is central to the area, with Toms River Regional Schools serving as the largest suburban school district in New Jersey. Ocean County College, home to the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts, offers higher education opportunities. From waterfront activities to downtown exploration and community events, Toms River combines coastal living with suburban convenience.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Toms River, NJ is $1,879 for one bedroom, $2,281 for two bedrooms, and $3,198 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Toms River has increased by 2.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,879/month
804 Sq Ft
House
$4,902/month
1,412 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,694/month
591 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,827/month
850 Sq Ft
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Transportation

51

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.

44

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.

Schools

Silver Bay Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

611 Students

Cedar Grove Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

937 Students

Hooper Ave Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

676 Students

Washington Street Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

314 Students

Joseph A Citta Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

483 Students

Toms River Intermediate East

Public

Grades 6-8

1,294 Students

Toms River Intermediate North

Public

Grades 6-8

1,012 Students

Ocean Regional School

Public

Grades 3, 5 & 8-10

Toms River High - East High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,520 Students

Toms River High - North High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,931 Students

Toms River High - South High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,359 Students

Ocean Regional School

Public

Grades 3, 5 & 8-10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Robert J. Novins Planetarium
  • Cattus Island County Park
  • Ocean County Park
  • Lake Shenandoah County Park
  • Double Trouble State Park

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Living in Toms River

Restaurants

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Living in Toms River means you have to know where to find great food. For those hard days at work, when you’ve given it your all, allowing someone to cook for you is a necessity. From the ambiance to the food, Toms River has many food experiences waiting for you.

The River Market Café is a great place whether you are eating lunch or dinner. They offer elaborate, gourmet cuisine that is filling and satisfying.

Twenty-five toppings on freshly made burgers that make your mouth water is what you’ll find at Burger 25. Crispy bacon, fresh jalapenos, juicy mushrooms and curly onion rings are some of the toppings that coat your stomach. All their burgers are Angus Beef, so you know that the meet is juicy and substantial. They also serve hotdogs, salads and homemade shakes.

Transportation

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Finding a way to get around is important in Toms River. Going to work and running around town is a necessity, so be informed about the options available to you.

You don’t have to own a car when you live in Toms River. The New Jersey Transit operates trains and buses that will take you where you need to go. The fares are cheap and the buses are reliable. Take a look at the schedule and compare it to the location of your next apartment to find a community on the bus line.

The city operates a park and ride with main stops in the city. Taking a ride on the bus only cost $2, which allows you to get where you are going quicker and at a reduced cost.

If you want to fly you have the option of visiting Atlantic City International, Newark Liberty International, Philadelphia International, LaGuardia and John F. Kennedy International Airports, which are all less than 100 miles from Toms River.

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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 November 2025.