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$373,884$171 / 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 91How 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 $21,500 on Jun 14, 1983

159 LOCUST AVE

SALEM, NJ 08079
0
Baths
2,188 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$374K
$340K low$408K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$21,500 · Jun 14, 1983

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,737 (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.$212,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$53,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$159,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$212,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$212,400

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.64%
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.Colonial
CountySALEM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
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
Elsinboro Township Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Salem High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Salem City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08079These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.11,815
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.97 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,065
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,876
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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 Locust 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 84% of homes in Salem 08079
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Salem 08079

What homes are worth in Salem 08079

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

This home
$74K$533K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Salem 08079.

How it measures up in Salem 08079

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 08079.

Estimated value$373,884
CheaperTypical $213,033Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $153Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area2,188 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,472 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 159 Locust Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 08079Salem County
Estimated valuepricier than$373,88484% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17156% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than2,188 ft²84% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac51% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than195059% of homes44% of homes

About 159 Locust Ave

How much is 159 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ is $373,884 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $339,597 to $408,171. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ last sell?

159 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ last sold on Jun 14, 1983 for $21,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ?

159 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ has 2,188 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 159 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ built?

159 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ?

159 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ is assigned to Elsinboro Township Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Salem High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Salem City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ compare to other homes in Salem 08079?

Among the 3,227 homes in Salem 08079, it is worth more than 84% of them ($373,884 against a typical $213,033), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($171 against a typical $153), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,188 ft² against a typical 1,472 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1950 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Salem County, it is worth more than 77% 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 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Locust Ave, Salem, NJ was $6,737. The county assessed it at $212,400.

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