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$8,132,978$926 / 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 73How 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 $8,100,000 on Jul 13, 2026

159 GATES AVE

MONTCLAIR, NJ 07042
0
Baths
8,787 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.
1.83 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$8.1M
$6M low$10M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$8,100,000 · Jul 13, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$90,755 (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.$2,581,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$469,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,111,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,581,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,581,200

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.45
1
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.
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
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Nishuane Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.7 mi
M
Glenfield Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Montclair High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Montclair Town School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07042These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,494
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,244 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$132,077
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$183,948
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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

159 Gates 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Montclair 07042
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Montclair 07042
  • Among the largest homes in Montclair 07042
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Montclair 07042
  • Older than 84% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Montclair 07042

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

This home
$356K$3.1M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Montclair 07042.

How it measures up in Montclair 07042

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montclair 07042.

Estimated value$8,132,978
CheaperTypical $1,035,263Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$926
CheaperTypical $478Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area8,787 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,314 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.83 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1922Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 159 Gates Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontclair 07042Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$8,132,978almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$926almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than8,787 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than1.83 ac97% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than191036% of homes16% of homes

About 159 Gates Ave

How much is 159 Gates Ave, Montclair, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Gates Ave, Montclair, NJ is $8,132,978 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $5,975,327 to $9,999,999. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Gates Ave, Montclair, NJ last sell?

159 Gates Ave, Montclair, NJ last sold on Jul 13, 2026 for $8,100,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

When was 159 Gates Ave, Montclair, NJ built?

159 Gates Ave, Montclair, NJ was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Gates Ave, Montclair, NJ?

159 Gates Ave, Montclair, NJ is assigned to Nishuane Elementary School (elementary); Glenfield Middle School (middle), rated B+; Montclair High School (high), rated B. All sit in Montclair Town School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Gates Ave, Montclair, NJ compare to other homes in Montclair 07042?

Among the 6,114 homes in Montclair 07042, it is worth more than almost all of them ($8,132,978 against a typical $1,035,263), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($926 against a typical $478), it is bigger than almost all of them (8,787 ft² against a typical 2,314 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (1.83 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1910 against a typical 1922). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than almost all 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 159 Gates Ave, Montclair, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Gates Ave, Montclair, NJ was $90,755. The county assessed it at $2,581,200.

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