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$702,505$344 / 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 94How 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 $460,000 on Jan 12, 2022

165 PROSPECT AVE

EDISON, NJ 08817
0
Baths
2,043 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
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

$703K
$660K low$745K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$460,000 · Jan 12, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,474 (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.$159,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$82,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$76,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$159,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$159,200

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
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.0.13
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(2)

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.

M
Thomas Jefferson Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Washington Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Edison High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Edison Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08817These 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.91
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.104

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
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.47,582
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,526 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,780
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,592
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

165 Prospect 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 82% of homes in Edison 08817
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in South Central
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Edison 08817
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in South Central
  • Older than 95% of homes in South Central

What homes are worth in Edison 08817

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

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This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Edison 08817.

How it measures up in Edison 08817

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Edison 08817.

Estimated value$702,505
CheaperTypical $547,708Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$344
CheaperTypical $393Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area2,043 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,318 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 165 Prospect Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth CentralEdison 08817Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$702,50580% of homes82% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34415% of homes23% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than2,043 ft²83% of homes84% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac24% of homes35% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than19285% of homes6% of homes11% of homes

About 165 Prospect Ave

How much is 165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ is $702,505 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $660,239 to $744,771. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ last sell?

165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ last sold on Jan 12, 2022 for $460,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ?

165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ has 2,043 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ built?

165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ?

165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ is assigned to Thomas Jefferson Middle School (middle), rated C+; Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Edison High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Edison Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ compare to other homes in Edison 08817?

Among the 10,930 homes in Edison 08817, it is worth more than 82% of them ($702,505 against a typical $547,708), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($344 against a typical $393), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,043 ft² against a typical 1,318 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1928 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 72% 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 165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 165 Prospect Ave, Edison, NJ was $9,474. The county assessed it at $159,200.

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