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$426,923$199 / 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 73How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $35,000 on Sep 20, 2016

257 4TH ST

NEWARK, NJ 07107
0
Baths
2,147 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.
1,298 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1902
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$427K
$311K low$543K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$35,000 · Sep 20, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,163 (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.$79,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$65,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$79,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$79,100

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 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.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
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.03
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(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(10)

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

E
Dr. Alma Flagg Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Barringer High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Newark City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07107These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,273
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.27,326 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,467
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,982
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

257 4th 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 89% of homes in Essex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Lower Roseville
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Lower Roseville
  • Older than 90% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Newark 07107

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

This home
$270K$886K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Newark 07107.

How it measures up in Newark 07107

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newark 07107.

Estimated value$426,923
CheaperTypical $572,573Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area2,147 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,990 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size1,298 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,875 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1902
OlderTypical 1918Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 257 4th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLower RosevilleNewark 07107Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$426,92315% of homes16% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19962% of homes57% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than2,147 ft²19% of homes25% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,298 ft²2% of homes4% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than190232% of homes22% of homes10% of homes

About 257 4th St

How much is 257 4th St, Newark, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 4th St, Newark, NJ is $426,923 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $311,320 to $542,526. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 257 4th St, Newark, NJ last sell?

257 4th St, Newark, NJ last sold on Sep 20, 2016 for $35,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 257 4th St, Newark, NJ?

257 4th St, Newark, NJ has 2,147 square feet of living space and a 0.03-acre lot.

When was 257 4th St, Newark, NJ built?

257 4th St, Newark, NJ was built in 1902, making it 124 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 257 4th St, Newark, NJ?

257 4th St, Newark, NJ is assigned to Dr. Alma Flagg Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Barringer High School (high), rated F. All sit in Newark City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 257 4th St, Newark, NJ compare to other homes in Newark 07107?

Among the 4,545 homes in Newark 07107, it is worth more than 16% of them ($426,923 against a typical $572,573), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($199 against a typical $187), it is bigger than 25% of them (2,147 ft² against a typical 2,990 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (1,298 ft² against a typical 2,875 ft²) and it is newer than 22% of them (1902 against a typical 1918). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 11% 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 257 4th St, Newark, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 257 4th St, Newark, NJ was $3,163. The county assessed it at $79,100.

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