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$495,858$304 / 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 91How 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 $225,000 on Aug 7, 2013

261 ROUTE 539

CREAM RIDGE, NJ 08514
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,632 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.
2.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$496K
$449K low$542K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$225,000 · Aug 7, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,610 (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.$520,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$304,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$215,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$520,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$520,000

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.20
49
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
21
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.13 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyMONMOUTH
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 160 ft²Patio · 160 ft²

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

E
Newell Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.7 mi
H
Allentown High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi
M
Stonebridge Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 5.8 mi

District: Upper Freehold Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08514These 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.37
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 100.83

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,736
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.178 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$155,806
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$185,819
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 Route 539 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 83% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Cream Ridge 08514
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Older than 70% of homes in Cream Ridge 08514

What homes are worth in Cream Ridge 08514

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

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$275K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Cream Ridge 08514.

How it measures up in Cream Ridge 08514

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cream Ridge 08514.

Estimated value$495,858
CheaperTypical $690,324Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$304
CheaperTypical $308Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,632 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size2.28 ac
SmallerTypical 1.3 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 261 Route 539 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCream Ridge 08514Monmouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$495,85823% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30446% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,632 ft²26% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.28 ac75% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than197130% of homes48% of homes

About 261 Route 539

How much is 261 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ is $495,858 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $449,407 to $542,309. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ last sell?

261 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ last sold on Aug 7, 2013 for $225,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ?

261 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and 1,632 square feet of living space.

When was 261 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ built?

261 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ?

261 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ is assigned to Newell Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Allentown High School (high), rated C-; Stonebridge Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Upper Freehold Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ compare to other homes in Cream Ridge 08514?

Among the 1,282 homes in Cream Ridge 08514, it is worth more than 23% of them ($495,858 against a typical $690,324), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($304 against a typical $308), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,632 ft² against a typical 2,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (2.28 ac against a typical 1.3 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1971 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Monmouth County, it is worth more than 17% 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 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ was $9,610. The county assessed it at $520,000.

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