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$533,150$276 / 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

255 WASHINGTON ST

ORANGE, NJ 07050
0
Baths
1,932 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1879
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$533K
$483K low$583K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,380 (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.$307,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$92,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$215,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$307,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$307,200

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.55
66
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.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
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.33 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.0.2 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
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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

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

E
Park Avenue Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Orange High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Orange City Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07050These 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.111
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.111

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,011
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.15,790 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,310
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,772
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

255 Washington 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.

  • Worth less than 77% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Essex County
  • Among the oldest homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Orange 07050

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

This home
$158K$937K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Orange 07050.

How it measures up in Orange 07050

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orange 07050.

Estimated value$533,150
CheaperTypical $509,963Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$276
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,932 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,033 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1879
OlderTypical 1909Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 255 Washington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrange 07050Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$533,15057% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27660% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,932 ft²45% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac53% of homes38% of homes
Year builtnewer than187911% of homesalmost no homes

About 255 Washington St

How much is 255 Washington St, Orange, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 Washington St, Orange, NJ is $533,150 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $483,432 to $582,868. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 Washington St, Orange, NJ last sell?

255 Washington St, Orange, NJ last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 Washington St, Orange, NJ?

255 Washington St, Orange, NJ has 1,932 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 255 Washington St, Orange, NJ built?

255 Washington St, Orange, NJ was built in 1879, making it 147 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 255 Washington St, Orange, NJ?

255 Washington St, Orange, NJ is assigned to Park Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Orange High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Orange City Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 Washington St, Orange, NJ compare to other homes in Orange 07050?

Among the 4,117 homes in Orange 07050, it is worth more than 57% of them ($533,150 against a typical $509,963), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($276 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,932 ft² against a typical 2,033 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1879 against a typical 1909). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 23% 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 255 Washington St, Orange, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 255 Washington St, Orange, NJ was $12,380. The county assessed it at $307,200.

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