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$1,218,502$467 / 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 85How 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 $1,000,000 on Nov 2, 2023

2 ESSEX CT

MARGATE CITY, NJ 08402
0
Baths
2,608 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,000,000 · Nov 2, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,921 (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.$499,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$252,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$246,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$499,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$499,200

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.49
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.50 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.89%
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
CountyATLANTIC
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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(5)

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
Eugene A. Tighe Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.3 mi
E
William H. Ross III Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.5 mi
H
Atlantic City High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Margate City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08402These 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.153
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.39%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,462
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,382 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$128,740
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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 Essex Ct 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 93% of homes in Atlantic County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Margate City 08402
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Atlantic County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Margate City 08402
  • Older than 72% of homes in Atlantic County

What homes are worth in Margate City 08402

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

This home
$295K$5.3M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Margate City 08402.

How it measures up in Margate City 08402

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Margate City 08402.

Estimated value$1,218,502
CheaperTypical $1,141,546Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$467
CheaperTypical $710Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area2,608 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,838 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 4,008 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 2 Essex Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMargate City 08402Atlantic County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,218,50255% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4676% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than2,608 ft²80% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac68% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than195840% of homes28% of homes

About 2 Essex Ct

How much is 2 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ is $1,218,502 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,040,011 to $1,396,993. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ last sell?

2 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ last sold on Nov 2, 2023 for $1,000,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ?

2 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ has 2,608 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 2 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ built?

2 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ?

2 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ is assigned to Eugene A. Tighe Middle School (middle), rated A+; William H. Ross III Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Atlantic City High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Margate City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ compare to other homes in Margate City 08402?

Among the 6,706 homes in Margate City 08402, it is worth more than 55% of them ($1,218,502 against a typical $1,141,546), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($467 against a typical $710), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,608 ft² against a typical 1,838 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 4,008 ft²) and it is newer than 40% of them (1958 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Atlantic County, it is worth more than 93% 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 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2 Essex Ct, Margate City, NJ was $8,921. The county assessed it at $499,200.

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