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Last sold for $323,999 on Jul 29, 2019

159 AMHERST DR

BAYVILLE, NJ 08721
5
Beds
3
Baths
4,647 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$323,999 · Jul 29, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,835 (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.$650,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$374,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$275,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$650,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$650,000

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.58
100
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.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.49%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.Contemporary
CountyOCEAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(5)

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
H & M Potter SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.9 mi
H
Central Regional High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi
M
Central Regional Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.6 mi

District: Central Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08721These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
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.22,790
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.966 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,814
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,907
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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

159 Amherst Dr 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.

  • Among the largest homes in Bayville 08721
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Ocean County

How it measures up in Bayville 08721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bayville 08721.

Living area4,647 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,660 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 159 Amherst Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBayville 08721Ocean County
Living areabigger than4,647 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac65% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than198552% of homes56% of homes

About 159 Amherst Dr

When did 159 Amherst Dr, Bayville, NJ last sell?

159 Amherst Dr, Bayville, NJ last sold on Jul 29, 2019 for $323,999, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 Amherst Dr, Bayville, NJ?

159 Amherst Dr, Bayville, NJ has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4,647 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 159 Amherst Dr, Bayville, NJ built?

159 Amherst Dr, Bayville, NJ was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Amherst Dr, Bayville, NJ?

159 Amherst Dr, Bayville, NJ is assigned to H & M Potter School (elementary), rated C; Central Regional High School (high), rated D+; Central Regional Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Central Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Amherst Dr, Bayville, NJ compare to other homes in Bayville 08721?

Among the 8,118 homes in Bayville 08721, it is bigger than almost all of them (4,647 ft² against a typical 1,660 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1985 against a typical 1985). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 159 Amherst Dr, Bayville, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Amherst Dr, Bayville, NJ was $16,835. The county assessed it at $650,000.

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