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Chris Havens

Read: Chris answers the three questions he hears most frequently:

Bio: Chris Havens is a dedicated and experienced real estate professional with a career spanning over 30 years. His expertise in the industry is comprehensive, encompassing the sale of apartments in New York City, development of affordable housing in Brooklyn, and a significant role in expanding creative office, artist, and maker spaces throughout the borough.

Chris resides on the West Side of Red Bank with his wife, Mary, and son, Kevin. They are an integral part of their community, actively participating in various local activities. The family are members of the YMCA, enjoy frequenting the shops and restaurants downtown, and are regular attendees at local art and music events. Additionally, they cherish spending time in the region’s parks and beaches, embracing the natural beauty of their area.

Holding a Master’s degree in Urban Planning from Hunter College/CUNY and a Bachelor’s degree from Macalester College, Chris’s academic background complements his professional experience. His commitment to his community extends beyond real estate; he and Mary are supporting members of several local institutions, including the Count Basie Theater, The T. Thomas Fortune House, Two Rivers Theater, and Lunch Break. They are also active in the local chapter of the NAACP, demonstrating their dedication to social and community causes.

Chris’s deep-rooted understanding of urban development, coupled with his personal commitment to his community, positions him as a unique and insightful real estate professional. His blend of professional acumen and community engagement makes him a trusted advisor for homeowners and a valued member of his community.

Partyline
POP UP TACOS DRAW CROWD
How’s this for a train station redevelopment idea? The pop-up taco vendors Tacos Los Mandones, known on social media as El Mandoon, dr ...
LONG LIVE LOCAL NEWS!
"Long Live Local News" flags from redbankgreen's 20th anniversary celebration in Marine Park Tuesday prove to be the perfect compliment to s ...
MUMS AND WITCHES
17 Prospect Ave (Photo by Partyline contributor Chris Havens)  
KAYAKERS CLEAR RIVER JUNK
Partyline photo: "The Navesink Nymphs" clear floating tires from the river.
PAINT IT PURPLE?
Caption: ‘Should it be done purple?’ Perfect day. (Photo and text by Partyline contributor Chris Havens)  
MANTIS (PRAYING) AT CHURCH
Partyliner photographs praying mantis at church.
SOMEWHERE OVER THE RAINBOW
Stunning rainbow over Red Bank as a big weekend storm approaches.
“FESTIVA” YACHT DOCKED AT MARINE PARK
Festiva, an 85-foot yacht, was docked at Marine Park on Friday night. Red Bank Green spoke to the owner, Everett Moore, who said that it was ...
OH NO! ELMO LOST!
A lost Elmo appears to be reaching out for help through the redbankgreen Partyline.
NAVESINK SPILLS OVER
Nor'easter stacks tides up in the Navesink, pushing the river over its (Red) banks.
BUZZ LIGHTYEAR WATCHES LINE DANCERS
redbankgreen Partyline captures Buzz Lighyear watching the line dancers on Broadwalk Monday night. 
EGRET-FUL END TO SUMMER
A great egret patrols the shallows of the Swimming River in front of the Red Bank Primary School last week. Submitted by Brian Donohue
COMMUNITY MESSAGE BOARD NOW OPEN ON HUDSON AVENUE
Community message board open! The RBPD has placed a mobile display board on Hudson Avenue. Send captions and messages you’d like to se ...
A CHIEF’S FAREWELL
Funeral services at St. James church and a large American flag suspended over Broad Street from an RBFD hook and ladder for former Red Bank ...
COIFFING GUARD
redbankgreen Partyline captures super cool crossing guard just chilllin'.
SURF TACO RE-OPENS NEW LOOK DINING ROOM
Partyliner captures Surf Taco's new look dining room.
STEEPLETOP RAVEN
redbankgreen Partyline: a raven calls out from atop the steeple of St. James Church.
CARPENTER OR COMPETITOR? HOT DOG TRUCK RIVALS EMERGE IN RED BANK
On the redbankgreen Partyline: with two new hot dog vendors opening this summer, even a carpenter's box truck makes one wonder.
BOONDOCKS SWAN
redbankgreen Partyline: Swan on the Navesink River as seen from Boondocks restaurant.
9/11 TRIBUTE
Bailey Bryce Holiday and her father Bobby Holiday Jr. paint the lawn at Riverside Gardens Park Tuesday in preparation for the upcoming comme ...