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$249,364$217 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $66,000 on Nov 10, 1999

1242 PROSPECT ST

EWING, NJ 08638
0
Baths
1,148 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.
2,888 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$249K
$228K low$270K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$66,000 · Nov 10, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,803 (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.$69,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$53,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$69,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$69,200

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.53
59
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
71
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.23 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyMERCER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Parkway Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Ewing High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Gilmore J. Fisher Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Ewing Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08638These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.84

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,059
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,733 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,954
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,358
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

1242 Prospect St 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 81% of homes in Mercer County
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Mercer County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Mercer County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Mercer County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Mercer County

What homes are worth in Trenton 08638

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

This home
$112K$575K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Trenton 08638.

How it measures up in Trenton 08638

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Trenton 08638.

Estimated value$249,364
CheaperTypical $314,483Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,148 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,332 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size2,888 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1922
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 1242 Prospect St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTrenton 08638Mercer County
Estimated valuepricier than$249,36436% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21744% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,148 ft²27% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,888 ft²34% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than192234% of homes21% of homes

About 1242 Prospect St

How much is 1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ is $249,364 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $228,402 to $270,326. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ last sell?

1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ last sold on Nov 10, 1999 for $66,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ?

1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ has 1,148 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ built?

1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. It is a colonial home.

What schools serve 1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ?

1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ is assigned to Parkway Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Ewing High School (high), rated D; Gilmore J. Fisher Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Ewing Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ compare to other homes in Trenton 08638?

Among the 7,150 homes in Trenton 08638, it is worth more than 36% of them ($249,364 against a typical $314,483), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($217 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,148 ft² against a typical 1,332 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (2,888 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1922 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Mercer County, it is worth more than 19% 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 1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1242 Prospect St, Ewing, NJ was $2,803. The county assessed it at $69,200.

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