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$815,400$492 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $355,000 on Apr 27, 2020

1278 MILLSTONE RIVER RD

HILLSBOROUGH, NJ 08844
0
Baths
1,658 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.
0.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$815K
$690K low$941K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$355,000 · Apr 27, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,748 (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.$475,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$252,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$222,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$439,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$475,200

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.
43
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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.Ranch
CountySOMERSET
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.55
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Amsterdam Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.0 mi
M
Hillsborough Township Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.1 mi
H
Hillsborough High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Hillsborough Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08844These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.93

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.45,305
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.820 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$151,743
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$184,197
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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%

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How this home compares

1278 Millstone River Rd 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 more than 66% of homes in Somerset County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Hillsborough 08844
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Somerset County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Hillsborough 08844

What homes are worth in Hillsborough 08844

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

This home
$249K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Hillsborough 08844.

How it measures up in Hillsborough 08844

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hillsborough 08844.

Estimated value$815,400
CheaperTypical $715,331Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$492
CheaperTypical $340Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,658 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,007 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.55 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 1278 Millstone River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHillsborough 08844Somerset County
Estimated valuepricier than$815,40063% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$492almost all homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,658 ft²39% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.55 ac65% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than19546% of homes20% of homes

About 1278 Millstone River Rd

How much is 1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ is $815,400 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $689,693 to $941,107. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ last sell?

1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ last sold on Apr 27, 2020 for $355,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ?

1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ has 1,658 square feet of living space and a 0.55-acre lot.

When was 1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ built?

1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ?

1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ is assigned to Amsterdam Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Hillsborough Township Middle School (middle), rated A-; Hillsborough High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Hillsborough Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ compare to other homes in Hillsborough 08844?

Among the 13,404 homes in Hillsborough 08844, it is worth more than 63% of them ($815,400 against a typical $715,331), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($492 against a typical $340), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,658 ft² against a typical 2,007 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.55 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1954 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Somerset County, it is worth more than 66% 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 1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1278 Millstone River Rd, Hillsborough, NJ was $9,748. The county assessed it at $475,200.

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