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$501,818$315 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $280,000 on Nov 7, 2018

12 RUBY PL

NEWARK, NJ 07104
0
Baths
1,595 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$502K
$470K low$533K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$280,000 · Nov 7, 2018
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$501,818
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$401,454

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,070 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$201,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$171,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$201,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$201,800

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Park Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Technology High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Newark City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07104These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.113

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.54,859
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.19,868 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,622
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,041
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

12 Ruby Pl measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 78% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Newark 07104
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Newark 07104
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Newark 07104
  • Older than 75% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Newark 07104

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$122K$780K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Newark 07104.

How it measures up in Newark 07104

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newark 07104.

Estimated value$501,818
CheaperTypical $482,528Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$315
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,595 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,729 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 3,703 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 12 Ruby Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest HillNewark 07104Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$501,81844% of homes55% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31588% of homes91% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,595 ft²30% of homes21% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac56% of homes73% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than192066% of homes67% of homes25% of homes

About 12 Ruby Pl

How much is 12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ is $501,818 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $470,296 to $533,340. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ last sell?

12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ last sold on Nov 7, 2018 for $280,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ?

12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ has 1,595 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ built?

12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ was built in 1920, making it 106 years old.

What schools serve 12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ?

12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ is assigned to Park Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Technology High School (high), rated A. All sit in Newark City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ compare to other homes in Newark 07104?

Among the 6,180 homes in Newark 07104, it is worth more than 55% of them ($501,818 against a typical $482,528), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($315 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,595 ft² against a typical 2,729 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 3,703 ft²) and it is newer than 67% of them (1920 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 22% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Ruby Pl, Newark, NJ was $8,070. The county assessed it at $201,800.

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