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$696,636$147 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $350,000 on Sep 20, 2019

197 RIDGEWOOD AVE

NEWARK, NJ 07108
0
Baths
4,744 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.
3,358 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1915
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$697K
$633K low$761K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$350,000 · Sep 20, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,198 (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.$230,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$207,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$230,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$230,000

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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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(12)

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(6)

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

E
Belmont Runyon Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi
H
Malcom X Shabazz High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Newark City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07108These 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.158
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 100.110

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.32%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,419
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.21,727 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$38,752
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,561
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

197 Ridgewood 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 77% of homes in Newark 07108
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Essex County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Essex County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Newark 07108

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

This home
$315K$898K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Newark 07108.

How it measures up in Newark 07108

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newark 07108.

Estimated value$696,636
CheaperTypical $583,389Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$147
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area4,744 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,688 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size3,358 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,615 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1915
OlderTypical 1916Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 197 Ridgewood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClinton HillNewark 07108Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$696,63674% of homes77% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14735% of homes33% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than4,744 ft²74% of homes78% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,358 ft²41% of homes42% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than191553% of homes49% of homes20% of homes

About 197 Ridgewood Ave

How much is 197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ is $696,636 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $632,745 to $760,527. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ last sell?

197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ last sold on Sep 20, 2019 for $350,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 8 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ?

197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ has 4,744 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ built?

197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ was built in 1915, making it 111 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ?

197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ is assigned to Belmont Runyon Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Malcom X Shabazz High School (high), rated F. All sit in Newark City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ compare to other homes in Newark 07108?

Among the 2,919 homes in Newark 07108, it is worth more than 77% of them ($696,636 against a typical $583,389), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($147 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 78% of them (4,744 ft² against a typical 3,688 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (3,358 ft² against a typical 3,615 ft²) and it is newer than 49% of them (1915 against a typical 1916). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 50% 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 197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 Ridgewood Ave, Newark, NJ was $9,198. The county assessed it at $230,000.

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