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$816,493$374 / 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 96How 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 $590,000 on Oct 29, 2021

261 MATAWAN AVE

MATAWAN, NJ 07747
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,182 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.
0.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$816K
$785K low$848K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$590,000 · Oct 29, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,498 (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.$788,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$303,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$485,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$742,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$788,200

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.36
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. 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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.80%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyMONMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Ravine Drive Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.7 mi
H
Matawan Regional High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Matawan-Aberdeen Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07747These 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.71
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.100

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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
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.32,707
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,517 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,144
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,510
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

261 Matawan 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 92% of homes in Marc Woods
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Matawan 07747
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Marc Woods
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Matawan 07747
  • Among the newest homes in Marc Woods

What homes are worth in Matawan 07747

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

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$253K$1000K

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Matawan 07747.

How it measures up in Matawan 07747

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Matawan 07747.

Estimated value$816,493
CheaperTypical $654,131Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$374
CheaperTypical $356Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area2,182 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,788 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 261 Matawan Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarc WoodsMatawan 07747Monmouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$816,49392% of homes85% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37457% of homes65% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than2,182 ft²78% of homes72% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.4 ac60% of homes78% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than1975almost all homes59% of homes51% of homes

About 261 Matawan Ave

How much is 261 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ is $816,493 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $785,167 to $847,819. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ last sell?

261 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ last sold on Oct 29, 2021 for $590,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ?

261 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,182 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 261 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ built?

261 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ?

261 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ is assigned to Ravine Drive Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Matawan Regional High School (high), rated D; Matawan-Aberdeen Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ compare to other homes in Matawan 07747?

Among the 10,403 homes in Matawan 07747, it is worth more than 85% of them ($816,493 against a typical $654,131), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($374 against a typical $356), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,182 ft² against a typical 1,788 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.4 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1975 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Monmouth County, it is worth more than 56% 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 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Matawan Ave, Matawan, NJ was $15,498. The county assessed it at $788,200.

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