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$289,340$431 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $135,000 on Sep 18, 2020

159 OCEAN AVE

SPRING LAKE, NJ 07762
2
Beds
1
Baths
672 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.
2,500 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$289K
$267K low$311K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Sep 18, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,344 (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.$381,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$228,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$153,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$331,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$381,100

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.29
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
47
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.80%
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.Ranch
CountyMONMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 52 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Ocean Avenue Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Thorne Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Middletown High School NorthC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Middletown Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07762These 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.159
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 100.78

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.75%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,266
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,557 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$121,370
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$162,350
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

159 Ocean 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 least valuable homes in Spring Lake 07762
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Spring Lake 07762
  • Among the smallest homes in Monmouth County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Ideal Beach
  • Older than 89% of homes in Monmouth County

What homes are worth in Spring Lake 07762

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

This home
$541K$8.8M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Spring Lake 07762.

How it measures up in Spring Lake 07762

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spring Lake 07762.

Estimated value$289,340
CheaperTypical $1,343,621Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$431
CheaperTypical $818Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area672 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,948 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size2,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 159 Ocean Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIdeal BeachSpring Lake 07762Monmouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$289,3406% of homesalmost no homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43190% of homesalmost no homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than672 ft²5% of homes5% of homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than2,500 ft²12% of homes20% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than192934% of homes18% of homes11% of homes

About 159 Ocean Ave

How much is 159 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ is $289,340 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $267,472 to $311,208. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ last sell?

159 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ last sold on Sep 18, 2020 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ?

159 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 672 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 159 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ built?

159 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ?

159 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ is assigned to Ocean Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Thorne Middle School (middle), rated B-; Middletown High School North (high), rated C+. All sit in Middletown Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ compare to other homes in Spring Lake 07762?

Among the 4,292 homes in Spring Lake 07762, it is worth more than almost none of them ($289,340 against a typical $1,343,621), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($431 against a typical $818), it is bigger than 5% of them (672 ft² against a typical 1,948 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (2,500 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1929 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Monmouth County, it is worth more than 2% 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 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Ocean Ave, Spring Lake, NJ was $5,344. The county assessed it at $381,100.

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