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$330,159$190 / 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 95How 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 $215,000 on Aug 23, 2017

159 HALSEY RD

NEWTON, NJ 07860
0
Baths
1,741 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.
1.02 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1830
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$330K
$313K low$347K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,000 · Aug 23, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,368 (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.$182,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$182,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,200

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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
CountySUSSEX
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
Marian E. McKeown Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.1 mi
M
Kittatinny Regional SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Hampton Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07860These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.250 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,501
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,329
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

159 Halsey Rd 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 81% of homes in Newton 07860
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Sussex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Sussex County
  • Among the oldest homes in Sussex County

What homes are worth in Newton 07860

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

This home
$197K$797K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Newton 07860.

How it measures up in Newton 07860

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 07860.

Estimated value$330,159
CheaperTypical $422,642Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$190
CheaperTypical $259Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,741 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,668 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size1.02 ac
SmallerTypical 0.59 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1830
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 159 Halsey Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton 07860Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$330,15919% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1909% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,741 ft²55% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.02 ac64% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than1830almost no homesalmost no homes

About 159 Halsey Rd

How much is 159 Halsey Rd, Newton, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Halsey Rd, Newton, NJ is $330,159 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $313,174 to $347,143. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Halsey Rd, Newton, NJ last sell?

159 Halsey Rd, Newton, NJ last sold on Aug 23, 2017 for $215,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 159 Halsey Rd, Newton, NJ built?

159 Halsey Rd, Newton, NJ was built in 1830, making it 196 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Halsey Rd, Newton, NJ?

159 Halsey Rd, Newton, NJ is assigned to Marian E. McKeown Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Kittatinny Regional School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Hampton Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Halsey Rd, Newton, NJ compare to other homes in Newton 07860?

Among the 9,174 homes in Newton 07860, it is worth more than 19% of them ($330,159 against a typical $422,642), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($190 against a typical $259), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,741 ft² against a typical 1,668 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (1.02 ac against a typical 0.59 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1830 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 23% 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 159 Halsey Rd, Newton, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Halsey Rd, Newton, NJ was $6,368. The county assessed it at $182,200.

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