Monmouth County · New Jersey
Little Silver, New Jersey
A current guide to Little Silver Borough: local government, schools, history, transit, parks, community institutions, shopping, dining, real estate and visitor resources.
Little Silver at a Glance
Little Silver is a compact residential borough between the Shrewsbury and Navesink river corridors, with a walkable commercial center around Prospect Avenue, Church Street and the railroad station.
European settlement dates to the 1660s. The Parker Homestead preserves a rare connection to that early settlement period, while the borough itself was incorporated in 1923.
NJ Transit’s North Jersey Coast Line serves Little Silver from the historic station near Branch Avenue, Sycamore Avenue and Oceanport Avenue.
Independent shops, professional offices, neighborhood restaurants, schools, parks, waterfront access and community organizations give Little Silver a distinctly local feel.
Government & Civic Resources
480 Prospect Avenue
Little Silver, NJ 07739
732-842-2400
484 Prospect Avenue
Little Silver, NJ 07739
732-747-9649
For emergencies call 911.
Non-emergency: 732-747-5900
Borough recreation programs and park planning are coordinated through Little Silver Recreation at Borough Hall.
Schools
357 Little Silver Point Road
Little Silver, NJ 07739
732-741-4022
95 Markham Place
Little Silver, NJ 07739
732-741-7112
101 Ridge Road
Little Silver, NJ 07739
732-842-8000
Little Silver is one of Red Bank Regional’s constituent sending districts.
History & Places to Explore
235 Rumson Road
The homestead preserves Little Silver’s early settlement story and remains one of the borough’s signature historic resources.
Branch Avenue between Sycamore Avenue and Oceanport Avenue
The station is both an active transportation hub and a recognizable historic landmark.
Behind Borough Hall, next to the Public Library
A small local-history museum with scheduled public opening dates during the year.
Parks, Recreation & Waterfront
190 Riverview Avenue
A waterfront borough park and public boat-ramp area. The borough is pursuing additional recreation and waterfront improvements.
480 Prospect Avenue
Baseball/softball, soccer, playground, gazebo, picnic areas and restrooms support community recreation.
The borough is advancing a multi-use recreation plan that includes inclusive-play and passive-recreation improvements.
Community Institutions
49 Church Street
Little Silver, NJ 07739
732-741-9708
325 Little Silver Point Road
Little Silver, NJ 07739
732-741-7826
Associated with Embury United Methodist Church on Church Street.
No operating funeral home was verified within Little Silver Borough. Nearby funeral providers are located outside the municipal boundary, including in Red Bank.
Getting Around
Little Silver Station is served by NJ Transit’s North Jersey Coast Line. NJ Transit and municipal parking are available near the station, including permit, accessible and daily parking areas. For current train schedules, fares and service changes, use NJ Transit’s official resources.
Explore the Little Silver Guide
Current local retailers, professional services, home services, healthcare, personal care and more.
Current borough restaurants, bakeries, coffee, markets and dietary filters.
Local market context, property due diligence and current in-borough real estate resources.
Historic sites, transit, parks, visitor planning and clearly labeled nearby lodging.