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$401,276$328 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

157 JAMES ST

TOMS RIVER, NJ 08753
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,225 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$401K
$368K low$434K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,110 (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.$261,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$123,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$138,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$261,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$261,500

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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
CountyOCEAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asbestos
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
Walnut Street Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Toms River High School NorthD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Toms River Intermediate School NorthC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Toms River Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08753These 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.74
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.66,911
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,280 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,815
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,431
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

157 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 79% of homes in Toms River 08753
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Ocean County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Ocean County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Ocean County

What homes are worth in Toms River 08753

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

This home
$246K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Toms River 08753.

How it measures up in Toms River 08753

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Toms River 08753.

Estimated value$401,276
CheaperTypical $535,737Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$328
CheaperTypical $318Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,225 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,658 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 157 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeToms River 08753Ocean County
Estimated valuepricier than$401,27621% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32855% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,225 ft²26% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac56% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than196022% of homes18% of homes

About 157 James St

How much is 157 James St, Toms River, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 157 James St, Toms River, NJ is $401,276 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $368,483 to $434,069. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 157 James St, Toms River, NJ last sell?

157 James St, Toms River, NJ last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 157 James St, Toms River, NJ?

157 James St, Toms River, NJ has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,225 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 157 James St, Toms River, NJ built?

157 James St, Toms River, NJ was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 157 James St, Toms River, NJ?

157 James St, Toms River, NJ is assigned to Walnut Street Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Toms River High School North (high), rated D+; Toms River Intermediate School North (middle), rated C. All sit in Toms River Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 157 James St, Toms River, NJ compare to other homes in Toms River 08753?

Among the 24,342 homes in Toms River 08753, it is worth more than 21% of them ($401,276 against a typical $535,737), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($328 against a typical $318), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,225 ft² against a typical 1,658 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1960 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Ocean County, it is worth more than 24% 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 157 James St, Toms River, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 157 James St, Toms River, NJ was $5,110. The county assessed it at $261,500.

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