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$80,697$64 / 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 77How 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 $10,000 on Nov 28, 2023

256 CHESTNUT ST

CAMDEN, NJ 08103
0
Baths
1,268 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.
1,651 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1899
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$81K
$62K low$100K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$10,000 · Nov 28, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,154 (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.$31,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$25,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$31,300

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.58
99
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.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
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.51%
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
CountyCAMDEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.

E
Dr. Ulysses S. Wiggins Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Camden High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Camden City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08103These 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.150
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.79

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.28%
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.14,350
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,329 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$40,553
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$55,061
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

256 Chestnut 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Camden County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Camden County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Central Waterfront
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Camden County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Camden County

What homes are worth in Camden 08103

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

This home
$55K$290K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Camden 08103.

How it measures up in Camden 08103

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Camden 08103.

Estimated value$80,697
CheaperTypical $106,301Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$64
CheaperTypical $79Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,268 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,309 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size1,651 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,394 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1899
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 256 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral WaterfrontCamden 08103Camden County
Estimated valuepricier than$80,6975% of homes19% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$647% of homes25% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,268 ft²73% of homes45% of homes29% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,651 ft²78% of homes65% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than189928% of homes18% of homes2% of homes

About 256 Chestnut St

How much is 256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ is $80,697 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $61,878 to $99,516. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ last sell?

256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ last sold on Nov 28, 2023 for $10,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ?

256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ has 1,268 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ built?

256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ was built in 1899, making it 127 years old.

What schools serve 256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ?

256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ is assigned to Dr. Ulysses S. Wiggins Elementary School (elementary); Camden High School (high), rated F. All sit in Camden City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ compare to other homes in Camden 08103?

Among the 4,048 homes in Camden 08103, it is worth more than 19% of them ($80,697 against a typical $106,301), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($64 against a typical $79), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,268 ft² against a typical 1,309 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (1,651 ft² against a typical 1,394 ft²) and it is newer than 18% of them (1899 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Camden County, it is worth more than almost no 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 256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Chestnut St, Camden, NJ was $1,154. The county assessed it at $31,300.

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