78 Portland Rd

Highlands, NJ 07732

$749,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,642 Sq. Ft.
$283 / Sq. Ft.
2,642
Sq. Ft.
$283
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 8/22/25
Closed 8/22/25
78 Portland Road
78 Portland Road
78 Portland Road
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78 Portland Road
78 Portland Road
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Description

Perched high above it all, this 2,642 sq ft brick home is a rare opportunity for builders, investors, or end users to reimagine a coastal retreat with stunning river and ocean views. Set in a protected, high-and-dry location, you'll wake up each day to unforgettable sunrises and sea breezes. Whether you choose to remodel or rebuild, the potential here is as wide as the view. Just a short stroll down the hill brings you to the vibrant restaurants and nightlife of downtown Highlands, and you're only...Perched high above it all, this 2,642 sq ft brick home is a rare opportunity for builders, investors, or end users to reimagine a coastal retreat with stunning river and ocean views. Set in a protected, high-and-dry location, you'll wake up each day to unforgettable sunrises and sea breezes. Whether you choose to remodel or rebuild, the potential here is as wide as the view. Just a short stroll down the hill brings you to the vibrant restaurants and nightlife of downtown Highlands, and you're only minutes from the luxury high-speed ferry to Manhattan and the pristine beaches of the Jersey Shore. Let the water inspire your next chapter.
  1. Listed by Philip Rotchford • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach - Rumson

Property Details for 78 Portland Road

Complex/Subdivision
None
Style
Raised Ranch
Waterview
Yes
Directions
Rt 36 to Portland Road
LISTING CLOSED: 08/22/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 78 Portland Road

StatusClosed
MLS #22521230
Days on Market14
Taxes$11,395 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1938
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF
CountyMonmouth County
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Location

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Building Information for 78 Portland Road

Stories2Year Built1938Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF

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Property Information for 78 Portland Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/Section: None
  • Postal City: Highlands
  • State: NJ
  • Municipality: Highlands (HIG)
  • Elementary School: Highlands
  • Middle School: Henry Hudson Reg
  • High School: Henry Hudson
  • Block: 1
  • Apx Year Built: 1938.0
  • House Number: 78
  • Street Name: Portland
  • Street Suffix: Road
  • Zip Code: 07732
  • County: Monmouth
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • # Car Garage: 0.0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • HOA: No
  • Tax ID#: 19-00001-0000-00013
  • Taxes: $11,395.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Apx SqFt: 2642.0
  • Acreage: 0.07
  • Lot: 13
  • Lot Dimensions: 45 x 72
Property and Assessments
  • Assessment - Total: 575500.0
  • Assessment - Improvements: 280600.0
  • Assessment Status: Assessed
  • Asmnt - Land: 294900.0
  • Possession: At Closing
  • Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: A
  • List Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
Utilities
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas
  • Water/Sewer: Public Sewer, Public Water
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Exterior: Balcony
Interior Features
  • # Levels: 2
  • Basement: Other
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Baths: 3.0
  • Full Baths: 3.0
  • Half Baths: 0.0
  • Rooms: 9

Property History for 78 Portland Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 22, 2025

Closed

MOMLS #22521230

$749,000—
Aug 21, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1912377415

$749,000—
Jul 31, 2025

Pending

MOMLS #22521230

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/22/2025

Closed

MOMLS #22521230

$749,000
08/21/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1912377415

$749,000
07/31/2025

Pending

MOMLS #22521230

—

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Public Records for 78 Portland Road

Taxable ValueLand$350,300Additions$285,800Total$636,100
Tax Record2024$11,395 ($950 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,642 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,642 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,240 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1938CountyMONMOUTHAPN19 00001-0000-00013

Schools near 78 Portland Road

This home is within Highlands Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Highlands School
Public - PK to 6
Henry Hudson Regional School
Public - 7 to 12
Our Lady Perpetual Help School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Highlands School
PublicPK to 6

Henry Hudson Regional School
Public7 to 12

Our Lady Perpetual Help School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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