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$1,074,862$335 / 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 $883,000 on Sep 18, 2018

16 ESSEX DR

MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ 08852
0
Baths
3,209 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$989K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$883,000 · Sep 18, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,017 (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.$293,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$203,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$280,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$293,700

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.44
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.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
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

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.

H
South Brunswick High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Constable Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
M
Crossroads North Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.6 mi

District: South Brunswick Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08852These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,372
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,416 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$128,084
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$158,373
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

16 Essex 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.

  • Worth more than 95% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Monmouth Junction 08852

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

This home
$287K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Monmouth Junction 08852.

How it measures up in Monmouth Junction 08852

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Monmouth Junction 08852.

Estimated value$1,074,862
CheaperTypical $676,440Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$335
CheaperTypical $341Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area3,209 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,993 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 16 Essex Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMonmouth Junction 08852Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,074,86286% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33544% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than3,209 ft²87% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac64% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than198944% of homes77% of homes

About 16 Essex Dr

How much is 16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ is $1,074,862 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $988,888 to $1,160,836. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ last sell?

16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ last sold on Sep 18, 2018 for $883,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ?

16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ has 3,209 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ built?

16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ?

16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ is assigned to South Brunswick High School (high), rated B; Constable Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Crossroads North Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in South Brunswick Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ compare to other homes in Monmouth Junction 08852?

Among the 4,702 homes in Monmouth Junction 08852, it is worth more than 86% of them ($1,074,862 against a typical $676,440), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($335 against a typical $341), it is bigger than 87% of them (3,209 ft² against a typical 1,993 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1989 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 95% 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 16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ was $16,017. The county assessed it at $293,700.

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