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$631,927$471 / 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 90How 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 $158,500 on Jan 25, 1988

261 WARD PL

SOUTH ORANGE, NJ 07079
0
Baths
1,341 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.
3,746 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$632K
$569K low$695K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$158,500 · Jan 25, 1988

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,145 (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.$547,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$255,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$292,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$547,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$547,400

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.15 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.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Clinton Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Columbia High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
South Orange Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: South Orange-Maplewood School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07079These 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.45
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.112

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.2%
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.18,760
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,087 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$163,519
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$231,941
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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 Ward Pl 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 90% of homes in South Orange 07079
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in South Orange 07079
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in South Orange 07079

What homes are worth in South Orange 07079

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

This home
$380K$2M

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in South Orange 07079.

How it measures up in South Orange 07079

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Orange 07079.

Estimated value$631,927
CheaperTypical $1,110,154Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$471
CheaperTypical $441Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,341 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,406 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size3,746 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1928Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 261 Ward Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Orange 07079Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$631,92710% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47163% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than1,341 ft²7% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,746 ft²4% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than192854% of homes44% of homes

About 261 Ward Pl

How much is 261 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ is $631,927 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $569,193 to $694,661. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ last sell?

261 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ last sold on Jan 25, 1988 for $158,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ?

261 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ has 1,341 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 261 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ built?

261 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ?

261 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ is assigned to Clinton Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Columbia High School (high), rated B-; South Orange Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in South Orange-Maplewood School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ compare to other homes in South Orange 07079?

Among the 4,270 homes in South Orange 07079, it is worth more than 10% of them ($631,927 against a typical $1,110,154), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($471 against a typical $441), it is bigger than 7% of them (1,341 ft² against a typical 2,406 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (3,746 ft² against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1928 against a typical 1928). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 40% 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 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Ward Pl, South Orange, NJ was $14,145. The county assessed it at $547,400.

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