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$612,657$129 / 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 87How 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 $100 on Jul 9, 2013

131 CONGRESS ST

NEWARK, NJ 07105
0
Baths
4,760 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.
2,091 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1857
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$613K
$536K low$689K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$100 · Jul 9, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,538 (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.$213,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$142,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$213,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$213,500

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
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.0.05
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

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
Lafayette Street Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi
H
East Side High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Newark City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07105These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.112

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.51,033
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,565 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,222
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,081
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

131 Congress 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Essex County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Essex County
  • Among the oldest homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Newark 07105

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

This home
$274K$1M

This home is worth more than 50% of homes in Newark 07105.

How it measures up in Newark 07105

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newark 07105.

Estimated value$612,657
CheaperTypical $610,534Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$129
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area4,760 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,888 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size2,091 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,483 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1857
OlderTypical 1908Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 131 Congress St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewark 07105Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$612,65750% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1293% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than4,760 ft²87% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,091 ft²23% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than18573% of homesalmost no homes

About 131 Congress St

How much is 131 Congress St, Newark, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 131 Congress St, Newark, NJ is $612,657 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $535,877 to $689,437. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 131 Congress St, Newark, NJ last sell?

131 Congress St, Newark, NJ last sold on Jul 9, 2013 for $100, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 131 Congress St, Newark, NJ?

131 Congress St, Newark, NJ has 4,760 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 131 Congress St, Newark, NJ built?

131 Congress St, Newark, NJ was built in 1857, making it 169 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 131 Congress St, Newark, NJ?

131 Congress St, Newark, NJ is assigned to Lafayette Street Elementary School (elementary), rated B; East Side High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Newark City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 131 Congress St, Newark, NJ compare to other homes in Newark 07105?

Among the 5,676 homes in Newark 07105, it is worth more than 50% of them ($612,657 against a typical $610,534), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($129 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 87% of them (4,760 ft² against a typical 2,888 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (2,091 ft² against a typical 2,483 ft²) and it is newer than 3% of them (1857 against a typical 1908). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 37% 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 131 Congress St, Newark, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 131 Congress St, Newark, NJ was $8,538. The county assessed it at $213,500.

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