Two of Middletown's wealthiest residents, joined by the typical homeowner in the township, paid more in property taxes last year, according to an Asbury Park Press analysis of state property tax data.

The average residential property tax bill in Middletown last year was $9,232, about $357 more than the typical homeowner in the township forked over in 2017. That's a 4 percent increase, or roughly four times higher than the average statewide increase.

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But for their anything-but-average homes on the Navesink River, Gov. Phil Murphy and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Jon Bon Jovi were required to pony up in taxes what others might pay for a modest new house elsewhere in the township.

Jon Bongiovi, Bon Jovi's legal name, was charged $218,477 in property tax last year for his $10.4 million home. That represents an increase of $6,700, or 3.2 percent, from 2017.

Phil and Tammy Murphy were billed $210,749 in 2018 for their $9.9 million home, which is just two miles west of their friends, the Bongiovis. The governor's property tax obligation was $6,400 above 2017, or 3.1 percent higher.

Even with those huge sums, neither of Middletown's two most expensive homes ranks among the township's top 10 property taxpayers, according to data released last month.

That list is below, but before you dig in, please consider subscribing to the Asbury Park Press and app.com so that we can continue to provide thorough and independent coverage of Middletown.

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10. McGuire's Grove Apartments

2018 taxes : $327,564

: $327,564 That's $6.500 more, or 2 percent higher, than in 2017

This 186-unit complex was built in 2000. The 21-acre property was valued at $2.75 million more in 2018, an 18 percent increase.

9. Courtyard by Marriott

2018 taxes : $366,223

: $366,223 That's $7,267 more, or 2 percent higher, than in 2017

The three-story hotel in Lincroft, near the No. 2 property on this list, has been standing for 30 years and a part of the Marriott brand for the last 14.

8. Seritage (Sears)

2018 taxes : $378,282

: $378,282 That's $7,506 more, or 2 percent higher, than in 2017

After closing at the end of 2018 as part of the once-mighty retailer's bankruptcy strategy, the 191,000-square-foot property is searching for a new tenant.

7. Middletown Shopping Center

2018 taxes : $425,057

: $425,057 That's $8,434 more, or 2 percent higher, than in 2017

The 51-year-old shopping center was revitalized a couple of years ago by adding T.J. Maxx and Bed Bath & Beyond after losing its anchor, Pathmark, in 2011.

6. Knollwood Garden Apartments

2018 taxes : $572,957

: $572,957 That's $11,369 more, or 2 percent higher, than in 2017

Owned by Hensyn, this 272-apartment complex sits just north of where the "town center" project is being pitched.

5. Thousand Oaks Village

2018 taxes : $631,485

: $631,485 That's $6,411 less, or 1 percent lower, than in 2017

No commercial property had a greater proportionate increase in the value of their assessment last year ($5.6 million, or 19 percent) than Thousand Oaks. Despite that, the owner of the 304-unit complex paid less in property taxes.

4. Middletown Plaza

2018 taxes : $679,335

: $679,335 That's $3,954 more, or 0.6 percent higher, than in 2017

Anchored by ShopRite, this 198,000-square-foot shopping center is owned by Brixmore, which also owns the Tinton Falls Plaza, just 8 miles south on Route 35.

3. Kohl's Shopping Center

2018 taxes : $724,001

: $724,001 That's $14,366 more, or 2 percent higher, than in 2017

Built in 1963, this enduring retail hub is worth $33.4 million, per the latest assessment. Kohl's, Stop & Shop, Outback Steakhouse and more call this spot home.

2. One River Centre

2018 taxes : $1,160,264

: $1,160,264 That's $23,023 more, or 2 percent higher, than in 2017

Mack-Cali's Newman-Springs Road office park has been seeking a rebirth in recent years.

1. AT&T Labs

2018 taxes : $3,467,200

: $3,467,200 That's $68,800 more, or 2 percent higher, than in 2017

Still in a tier of it's own, AT&T's campus on Laurel Avenue is far and away the largest taxpayer in the township. The rest of the Top 5 combined still fall short of what the old-school tech company kicks out every year.

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Russ Zimmer: 732-557-5748, razimmer@app.com, @russzimmer