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$676,873$881 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $270,000 on May 5, 2003

131 JAMES ST

EDISON, NJ 08820
0
Baths
768 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$677K
$608K low$745K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · May 5, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,016 (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.$168,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$115,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$52,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$168,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,300

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
46
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.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
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
Menlo Park Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Woodrow Wilson Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
John P. Stevens High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Edison Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08820These 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.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.108

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.43,277
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,188 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$144,715
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$170,257
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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 James 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 74% of homes in Edison 08820
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Menlo Park / Clara Barton / Raritan Manor / Valentine
  • Among the smallest homes in Edison 08820
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Menlo Park / Clara Barton / Raritan Manor / Valentine
  • Older than 91% of homes in Edison 08820

What homes are worth in Edison 08820

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

This home
$459K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Edison 08820.

How it measures up in Edison 08820

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Edison 08820.

Estimated value$676,873
CheaperTypical $845,384Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$881
CheaperTypical $410Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,982 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 131 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMenlo Park / Clara Barton / Raritan Manor / ValentineEdison 08820Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$676,87347% of homes26% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$881almost all homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than768 ft²4% of homesalmost no homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac92% of homes77% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than195950% of homes9% of homes40% of homes

About 131 James St

How much is 131 James St, Edison, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 131 James St, Edison, NJ is $676,873 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $608,436 to $745,310. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 131 James St, Edison, NJ last sell?

131 James St, Edison, NJ last sold on May 5, 2003 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 131 James St, Edison, NJ?

131 James St, Edison, NJ has 768 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 131 James St, Edison, NJ built?

131 James St, Edison, NJ was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 131 James St, Edison, NJ?

131 James St, Edison, NJ is assigned to Menlo Park Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Woodrow Wilson Middle School (middle), rated A; John P. Stevens High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Edison Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 131 James St, Edison, NJ compare to other homes in Edison 08820?

Among the 11,333 homes in Edison 08820, it is worth more than 26% of them ($676,873 against a typical $845,384), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($881 against a typical $410), it is bigger than almost none of them (768 ft² against a typical 1,982 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1959 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 68% 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 James St, Edison, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 131 James St, Edison, NJ was $10,016. The county assessed it at $168,300.

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