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$671,861$418 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $197,500 on Jul 25, 1988

17 RUTGERS ST

WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052
0
Baths
1,608 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Pre-foreclosure (LIS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
A foreclosure-related notice has been recorded for this property.

Valuation

$672K
$622K low$721K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$197,500 · Jul 25, 1988
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$520,619
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$416,495
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.23%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$151,242
JPMORGAN CHASE BANK NA · recorded Jan 13, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,635 (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.$557,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$296,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$260,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$557,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$557,100

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.61
95
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. 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.51%
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
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
St. Cloud Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Liberty Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
West Orange High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: West Orange Town School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07052These 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.53
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.108

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.49,694
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,963 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$131,893
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$162,947
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

17 Rutgers St 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in West Orange 07052
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in West Orange 07052
  • Newer than 68% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in West Orange 07052

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

This home
$328K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in West Orange 07052.

How it measures up in West Orange 07052

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Orange 07052.

Estimated value$671,861
CheaperTypical $696,040Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$418
CheaperTypical $371Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,608 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,874 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 17 Rutgers St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Orange 07052Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$671,86145% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41873% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,608 ft²31% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac67% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than195453% of homes68% of homes

About 17 Rutgers St

How much is 17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ is $671,861 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $622,308 to $721,414. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ last sell?

17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ last sold on Jul 25, 1988 for $197,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ?

17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ has 1,608 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ built?

17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ?

17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ is assigned to St. Cloud Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Liberty Middle School (middle), rated B-; West Orange High School (high), rated B. All sit in West Orange Town School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ compare to other homes in West Orange 07052?

Among the 13,375 homes in West Orange 07052, it is worth more than 45% of them ($671,861 against a typical $696,040), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($418 against a typical $371), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,608 ft² against a typical 1,874 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1954 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 48% 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 17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 Rutgers St, West Orange, NJ was $14,635. The county assessed it at $557,100.

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