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$581,316$318 / 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 95How 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 $167,000 on Feb 4, 1991

261 CHESTNUT AVE

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 07063
0
Baths
1,827 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1934
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$581K
$551K low$612K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$167,000 · Feb 4, 1991

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,720 (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.$280,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$180,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$280,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,000

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.46
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.32 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountySOMERSET
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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(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.

E
West End Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.2 mi
M
North Plainfield Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
H
North Plainfield High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: North Plainfield Borough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07063These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.106

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,486
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,521 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,789
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,519
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

261 Chestnut Ave 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 more than 93% of homes in Plainfield 07063
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Somerset County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Plainfield 07063
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in Plainfield 07063
  • Older than 90% of homes in Somerset County

What homes are worth in Plainfield 07063

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

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$295K$656K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Plainfield 07063.

How it measures up in Plainfield 07063

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Plainfield 07063.

Estimated value$581,316
CheaperTypical $468,807Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$318
CheaperTypical $329Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,827 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,422 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1934
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 261 Chestnut Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlainfield 07063Somerset County
Estimated valuepricier than$581,31693% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31844% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,827 ft²79% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac74% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than193446% of homes10% of homes

About 261 Chestnut Ave

How much is 261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ is $581,316 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $550,830 to $611,802. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ last sell?

261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ last sold on Feb 4, 1991 for $167,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ?

261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ has 1,827 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ built?

261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ was built in 1934, making it 92 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ?

261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ is assigned to West End Elementary School (elementary), rated D; North Plainfield Middle School (middle), rated C; North Plainfield High School (high), rated D. All sit in North Plainfield Borough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ compare to other homes in Plainfield 07063?

Among the 3,068 homes in Plainfield 07063, it is worth more than 93% of them ($581,316 against a typical $468,807), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($318 against a typical $329), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,827 ft² against a typical 1,422 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1934 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Somerset County, it is worth more than 39% 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 261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Chestnut Ave, North Plainfield, NJ was $12,720. The county assessed it at $280,000.

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