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$691,647$354 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $370,000 on Nov 19, 2004

138 WATSON AVE

WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052
0
Baths
1,956 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1911
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$692K
$650K low$733K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$370,000 · Nov 19, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,277 (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.$505,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$180,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$325,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$505,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$505,400

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.42
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.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
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.0.12
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
Washington Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Edison Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
West Orange High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: West Orange Town School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07052These 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.53
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.49,694
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,963 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$131,893
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$162,947
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

138 Watson Ave 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 70% of homes in Watchung Heights
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in West Orange 07052
  • Older than 91% of homes in West Orange 07052

What homes are worth in West Orange 07052

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

This home
$321K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in West Orange 07052.

How it measures up in West Orange 07052

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Orange 07052.

Estimated value$691,647
CheaperTypical $702,358Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$354
CheaperTypical $373Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,956 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,872 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1911
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 138 Watson Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWatchung HeightsWest Orange 07052Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$691,64770% of homes47% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35449% of homes37% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than1,956 ft²58% of homes56% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac45% of homes33% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than191151% of homes9% of homes17% of homes

About 138 Watson Ave

How much is 138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ is $691,647 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $649,920 to $733,374. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ last sell?

138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ last sold on Nov 19, 2004 for $370,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ?

138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ has 1,956 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ built?

138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ was built in 1911, making it 115 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ?

138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ is assigned to Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Edison Middle School (middle), rated B; West Orange High School (high), rated C. All sit in West Orange Town School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ compare to other homes in West Orange 07052?

Among the 13,375 homes in West Orange 07052, it is worth more than 47% of them ($691,647 against a typical $702,358), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($354 against a typical $373), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,956 ft² against a typical 1,872 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1911 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 49% 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 138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 138 Watson Ave, West Orange, NJ was $13,277. The county assessed it at $505,400.

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