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$684,379$296 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $670,000 on Oct 21, 2025

249 NORTH RD

CHESTER, NJ 07930
0
Baths
2,310 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.
2.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$684K
$604K low$765K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$670,000 · Oct 21, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,244 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$472,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$240,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$231,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$472,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$472,000

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
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.
43
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
CountyMORRIS
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Black River Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Dickerson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.3 mi
H
West Morris Mendham High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Chester Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07930These 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.73
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 100.93

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.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,300
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.341 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$180,876
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$224,662
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

249 North Rd 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 less than 83% of homes in Chester 07930
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Morris County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Chester 07930
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Morris County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Chester 07930

What homes are worth in Chester 07930

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

This home
$431K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Chester 07930.

How it measures up in Chester 07930

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 07930.

Estimated value$684,379
CheaperTypical $934,944Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$296
CheaperTypical $333Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area2,310 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,930 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size2.84 ac
SmallerTypical 2.02 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 249 North Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChester 07930Morris County
Estimated valuepricier than$684,37917% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29623% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than2,310 ft²30% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.84 ac74% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than196531% of homes48% of homes

About 249 North Rd

How much is 249 North Rd, Chester, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 249 North Rd, Chester, NJ is $684,379 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $603,666 to $765,092. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 249 North Rd, Chester, NJ last sell?

249 North Rd, Chester, NJ last sold on Oct 21, 2025 for $670,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 249 North Rd, Chester, NJ built?

249 North Rd, Chester, NJ was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 249 North Rd, Chester, NJ?

249 North Rd, Chester, NJ is assigned to Black River Middle School (middle), rated B+; Dickerson Elementary School (elementary); West Morris Mendham High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Chester Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 249 North Rd, Chester, NJ compare to other homes in Chester 07930?

Among the 2,788 homes in Chester 07930, it is worth more than 17% of them ($684,379 against a typical $934,944), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($296 against a typical $333), it is bigger than 30% of them (2,310 ft² against a typical 2,930 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (2.84 ac against a typical 2.02 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1965 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Morris County, it is worth more than 45% 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 249 North Rd, Chester, NJ?

The 2024 property tax bill for 249 North Rd, Chester, NJ was $12,244. The county assessed it at $472,000.

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