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$335,941$134 / 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 93How 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 $194,000 on Dec 28, 2004

256 SPRING ST

NEWTON, NJ 07860
0
Baths
2,504 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$336K
$314K low$358K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$194,000 · Dec 28, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,102 (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.$399,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$73,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$326,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$379,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$399,800

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
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.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.minimal

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.Condo/Apartment
CountySUSSEX
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1986
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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(4)

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
Franklin Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Wallkill Valley Regional High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Franklin Borough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07860These 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.98
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 100.82

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.250 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,501
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,329
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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 Spring 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 79% of homes in Newton 07860
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Newton 07860
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Sussex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Newton 07860
  • Older than 96% of homes in Sussex County

What homes are worth in Newton 07860

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

This home
$209K$799K

This home is worth more than 21% of homes in Newton 07860.

How it measures up in Newton 07860

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 07860.

Estimated value$335,941
CheaperTypical $423,330Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$134
CheaperTypical $258Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,504 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,676 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 256 Spring St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton 07860Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$335,94121% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$134almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,504 ft²82% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac23% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than19009% of homes4% of homes

About 256 Spring St

How much is 256 Spring St, Newton, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Spring St, Newton, NJ is $335,941 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $313,609 to $358,273. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Spring St, Newton, NJ last sell?

256 Spring St, Newton, NJ last sold on Dec 28, 2004 for $194,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 Spring St, Newton, NJ?

256 Spring St, Newton, NJ has 2,504 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 256 Spring St, Newton, NJ built?

256 Spring St, Newton, NJ was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 256 Spring St, Newton, NJ?

256 Spring St, Newton, NJ is assigned to Franklin Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Wallkill Valley Regional High School (high), rated C. All sit in Franklin Borough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Spring St, Newton, NJ compare to other homes in Newton 07860?

Among the 9,174 homes in Newton 07860, it is worth more than 21% of them ($335,941 against a typical $423,330), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($134 against a typical $258), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,504 ft² against a typical 1,676 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1900 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 25% 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 256 Spring St, Newton, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Spring St, Newton, NJ was $10,102. The county assessed it at $399,800.

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