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$369,210$257 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $121,500 on Nov 14, 1990

242 CARLTON AVE

EWING, NJ 08618
0
Baths
1,436 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.
0.69 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$369K
$337K low$401K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$121,500 · Nov 14, 1990

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,644 (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.$188,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$188,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$188,700

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
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.

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyMERCER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.69
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
Gilmore J. Fisher Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Ewing High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Antheil Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi

District: Ewing Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08618These 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.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,941
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,507 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,786
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,228
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

242 Carlton 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 79% of homes in Trenton 08618
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Trenton 08618
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Trenton 08618
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Trenton 08618

What homes are worth in Trenton 08618

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

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$103K$528K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Trenton 08618.

How it measures up in Trenton 08618

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Trenton 08618.

Estimated value$369,210
CheaperTypical $262,351Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$257
CheaperTypical $166Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,436 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,494 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.69 ac
SmallerTypical 3,659 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1927Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 242 Carlton Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTrenton 08618Mercer County
Estimated valuepricier than$369,21079% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25787% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,436 ft²43% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.69 ac98% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than195073% of homes37% of homes

About 242 Carlton Ave

How much is 242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ is $369,210 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $337,070 to $401,350. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ last sell?

242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ last sold on Nov 14, 1990 for $121,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ?

242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ has 1,436 square feet of living space and a 0.69-acre lot.

When was 242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ built?

242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a colonial home.

What schools serve 242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ?

242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ is assigned to Gilmore J. Fisher Middle School (middle), rated C-; Ewing High School (high), rated D; Antheil Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Ewing Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ compare to other homes in Trenton 08618?

Among the 9,326 homes in Trenton 08618, it is worth more than 79% of them ($369,210 against a typical $262,351), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($257 against a typical $166), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,436 ft² against a typical 1,494 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (0.69 ac against a typical 3,659 ft²) and it is newer than 73% of them (1950 against a typical 1927). Measured against all of Mercer County, it is worth more than 38% 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 242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Carlton Ave, Ewing, NJ was $7,644. The county assessed it at $188,700.

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