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$452,193$284 / 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 88How 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 $450,000 on Aug 18, 2026

2 ACADEMY ST

NEWTON, NJ 07860
0
Baths
1,592 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
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

$452K
$396K low$508K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$450,000 · Aug 18, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,430 (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.$297,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$81,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$215,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$279,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$297,300

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
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
CountySUSSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.

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

M
Halsted Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Newton High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Merriam Avenue Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi

District: Newton Town School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07860These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
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.26,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.250 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,501
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,329
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

2 Academy 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 65% of homes in Newton 07860
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Newton 07860
  • Older than 98% of homes in Sussex County

What homes are worth in Newton 07860

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

This home
$207K$801K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Newton 07860.

How it measures up in Newton 07860

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 07860.

Estimated value$452,193
CheaperTypical $423,380Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$284
CheaperTypical $258Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,592 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,676 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.59 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 2 Academy St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton 07860Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$452,19359% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28465% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than1,592 ft²46% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac7% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than18905% of homes2% of homes

About 2 Academy St

How much is 2 Academy St, Newton, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2 Academy St, Newton, NJ is $452,193 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $396,116 to $508,270. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2 Academy St, Newton, NJ last sell?

2 Academy St, Newton, NJ last sold on Aug 18, 2026 for $450,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2 Academy St, Newton, NJ?

2 Academy St, Newton, NJ has 1,592 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 2 Academy St, Newton, NJ built?

2 Academy St, Newton, NJ was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2 Academy St, Newton, NJ?

2 Academy St, Newton, NJ is assigned to Halsted Middle School (middle), rated C; Newton High School (high), rated C-; Merriam Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Newton Town School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2 Academy St, Newton, NJ compare to other homes in Newton 07860?

Among the 9,174 homes in Newton 07860, it is worth more than 59% of them ($452,193 against a typical $423,380), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($284 against a typical $258), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,592 ft² against a typical 1,676 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.59 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1890 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 54% 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 2 Academy St, Newton, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2 Academy St, Newton, NJ was $7,430. The county assessed it at $297,300.

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