< Back 84 LAFAYETTE STREET Year Built: 1904 Property Description Block: 33 Lot: 18 Year Built: 1904 Style: Early American with multiple modifications Structure: Wood Frame Fenestration: Double Hung Comment: Rehabilitated using some modern and some authentic materials.

d201190a-c2a2-4505-b9a6-61c5f1157ef8 < Back GREEN SEAL The Rumson Environmental Commission invites local businesses to join us in helping to protect our beautiful town by adopting at least five (5) sustainable practices from at least two (2) different categories to earn the Rumson Green Seal . By implementing “green” practices, your business can not only become more efficient and more profitable, but it can be a role model and leader in the community for ways to help protect our unique natural resources and provide a safe and healthy environment for both customers and employees. VISIT THE RUMSON GREEN SEAL REGISTRY Below is a suggested list of actions you can adopt or may already be doing to be more sustainable. We are open to hearing about other ways that you are “green” that might not be listed but would qualify under this program. Please contact info.rumson.environmental@gmail.com to set up an appointment to begin this process and take steps to earn your Rumson Green Seal ! General Set Annual Environmental Goals Waste Reduction: Offer Employees and/or Customers Reusable Items (e.g., Reusable Utensils and Other Kitchenware) Offer Employees and/or Customer Alternatives to Single-use Containers (e.g., Filtered Tap Water Instead of Individual Bottled Water) Cancel Unwanted Catalogs ( https://www.catalogchoice.org/ ) and Mailings Install a Compost Bin for Food Scraps and/or Leaf and Garden Waste https://learn.eartheasy.com/guides/composting/ Set Printer to Two-Sided Printing and Use Only Recycled Paper Transition to Virtual Distribution of Materials to Reduce Reliance on Paper Products. Water Conservation: Install Water-Efficient Equipment, Appliances, And Plumbing Fixtures https://www.epa.gov/watersense Switch to On-Demand Hot Water System Install Rain Barrels to Water Plantings: https://njaes.rutgers.edu/e329/ Landscape with Native and Drought-Resistant Plants and Minimize Turf . Reduce Use of Fertilizer and Pesticides or use organic alternatives. Energy Conservation Invest in Energy Efficient Equipment and Appliances. Look for The ENERGYSTAR Symbol When Buying Office Equipment. Improve Energy Efficiency of Lighting. Replace Incandescent Lighting with Energy Efficient Fluorescent Lighting and Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) Or Other Energy Efficient Lighting. Replace All T-12 Fluorescent Lighting with Energy Efficiency T-8 Or T-5 Fixtures, Install LED Exit Signs. Install on-Site Renewable Energy System: NJ Clean Energy Program – Renewable Energy. Community Building Provide Safe Access and Accessible Programming to Serve Customers with Disabilities. Visit ADA for More Information Support Community Initiatives: Participation or Sponsorship of Community Environmental or Social Projects or Events (Outreach to Citizen Groups, Schools, Etc.). Adopt a Cause or Project in Your Community. Promote This Cause Through Advertising at Your Business and Through Social Media, Support the Cause by Organizing Volunteer Hours with Business Staff, And Offer Incentives to Employees and Customers for Supporting the Cause. CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR LOCAL BUSINESSES WHO HAVE SUCCESSFULLYCOMPLETED THE REGISTRATION PROCESS NJ Sustainable Business Registry Businesses may also choose to become registered with the NJ Sustainable Business Registry. To do so, a business must complete the registration process which is self-explanatory, but more detailed than our local program described above. To learn more, please visit http://registry.njsbdc.com/ . Previous Next

Latest News Victory Park Playground Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Following the tennis/pickleball and basketball court renovations in 2025, the Borough of Rumson is excited to announce the re-opening of Victory Park Playground, which was once again made possible through the generous donation of Rumson residents Justin and Victoria Gmelich. Rumson Celebrates Completion of Emerald Necklace Green Infrastructure Project Rumson Celebrates Completion of Emerald Necklace Green Infrastructure Project Rumson Flag Day 2026 The RumsonAmerica250 Committee would like to thank the community for attending the Community Flag Day Celebration Sunday, June 14 as the RumsonAmerica250 committee unveiled the Borough's new Memorial Monument in Victory Park. In addition to the Memorial Monument ceremony, The day featured meaningful and fun-filled activities including a patriotic classic car show, live music, Fire Department & EMS Touch-A-Truck, family activities, and games as the community continued its cele Memorial Day 2026 Sights from the 2026 Rumson Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony. Thank you to the Rumson Fire House for hosting the Rememberance Ceremony and to everyone that attended and participated. Victory Park Improvement Project Following the tennis/pickleball and basketball court renovations in 2025, the Borough of Rumson is excited to break ground on the Victory Park Playground replacement project, which is once again made possible through the generous donation of Rumson residents Justin and Victoria Gmelich. The project will include the complete removal of the existing play equipment and feature a brand new nautical pirate theme with exciting, fully accessible play options, swings and climbing/phy Rumson Property Inspections by Realty Data Systems Properties within the area designated in the map below will be the next group of properties to be reinspected for assessment data collection purposes. Property owners will be receiving a postcard in the coming weeks to notify them of the upcoming inspection. The postcard will contain instructions for contacting RDS to complete a “remote virtual” (RV) interior inspection which requires no physical entry of the property. The RV is user-friendly, requires no app downloads, and c Master Plan Re-Examination Resident Feedback Program The Borough of Rumson is beginning a re-examination of its Master Plan . Our Master Plan is a long-term document adopted by the Planning Board and endorsed by Mayor and Borough Council that guides the community’s future direction, development and growth. In accordance with the state statue on Land Use, as we prepare for the upcoming re-examination of The Borough’s Master Plan, we are asking residents to share their opinions with us . Whether you’ve lived in Rumson for dec Rumson’s Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation Project Update The Borough of Rumson Sanitary Sewer Project with National Water Main Cleaning Co., of Kearny, New Jersey has ensured the daily uninterrupted service provided by the Borough while extending the useful life of the system for future generations with the ongoing cleaning, inspection, and rehabilitation of more than 80 miles of sanitary sewer piping. The recent projects have reduced our total sewer flow by over 200 million gallons in 2025. By testing and sealing over 84,000 joint Mayor Hemphill 2026 Address Mayor’s Address – Jan 6, 2026 Happy New Year! As 2026 begins, I again want to thank EVERY Volunteer and EVERY Employee, all of whom have worked so hard to make Rumson the special community it is. I especially want to thank the Rumson Borough Administrative Staff, Rumson Police Department, the Rumson Fire Department, the Rumson First Aid Squad and the Rumson Department of Public Works for their hard work, untiring dedication, and, most importantly, for the risks they take ever Rumson Awarded $3 Million For West River Road AH Project The Borough of Rumson, as part of the DCA's 2026 Grant Awards from the State's Affordable Housing Trust Fund (AHTF), was awarded $3 million for the West River Road Affordable Housing Project. For the full release, click here . Rumson Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting Please join us for The Rumson Annual Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting Sunday, December 7, at 5:00 PM in Victory Park . We are excited to ring in the season with all of you. New Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Officially Opens The Borough of Rumson is proud to announce the official opening of the new Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge (S-32), a vital link connecting the... Public Hearing Notice: West Park/Jumping Point Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing will be held for the purpose of receiving comments on a 2025 Monmouth County Municipal Park...

< Back 30 LAFAYETTE STREET Year Built: 1887 Property Description Block: 28 Lot: 6 Year Built: 1887 Style: Queen Anne Style Foundation: Brick Structure: Wood Frame Fenestration: Mixed This structure is considered: Significant Comment: Rehabilitated using modern material.

< Back 102 RIDGE ROAD Year Built: 1922 Property Description Block: 18 Lot: 7 Year Built: 1922 Style: Comment:

< Back 23 LINCOLN AVENUE Year Built: 1904 Property Description Block: 141 Lot: 4 Year Built: 1904 Style: Modified Early American Colonial Structure: Wood Frame Fenestration: Double Hung | Casement Comment: Rehabilitated over time using some modern and some authentic materials.

< Back 178 RUMSON ROAD Year Built: 1909 Property Description Block: 84 Lot: 10 Year Built: 1909 Style: Colonial Revival with some additions over time Structure: Wood Frame Fenestration: Double Hung This structure is considered: Significant Comment: Rehabilitated and modified with some respect to the original character of the house.

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< Back 141 RUMSON ROAD Year Built: 1911 Property Description Block: 114 Lot: 21 Year Built: 1911 Historic Name: The Lindens or the Uzal McCarter House Style: Colonial Revival Built by: Architect: Warrington G. Lawrence Structure: Wood Frame Fenestration: Double Hung / Casement This structure is considered: Significant Comment: See Rumson p 50; Shaping a Superlative Suburb p 125-126 for additional information.

< Back 139 BINGHAM AVENUE Year Built: 1904 Property Description Block: 95 Lot: 13 Year Built: 1904 Historic Name: Bingham Hill, William Bingham house Style: Colonial Revival Built by: William Bingham Structure: Wood Frame Fenestration: Mixed This structure is considered: Significant Comment: Originally called Bingham Hill that has been rehabilitated over the years with some post modern elements. See Rumson p 112;Rumson Vol. II p 105; Shaping a Superlative Suburb pp 17-19; History of Rumson pp 42-45; Legendary Locals p 10 for additional information.

< Back 66 BUENA VISTA AVENUE Year Built: 1904 Property Description Block: 87 Lot: 9 Year Built: 1904 Style: Early American Colonial Structure: Wood Frame Fenestration: Double Hung Comment: Rehabilitated and modified with some respect to the original character of the house.

Construction Begins April 2026 < Back Victory Park Construction Begins April 2026 Following the tennis/pickleball and basketball court renovations in 2025, the Borough of Rumson is excited to announce the re-opening of Victory Park Playground, which was once again made possible through the generous donation of Rumson residents Justin and Victoria Gmelich . The playground now features a brand new nautical pirate theme with exciting, fully accessible play options, swings and climbing/physical fitness elements for children of all ages and abilities. Stay tuned for additional park upgrades. Project Gallery Previous Next