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$487,194$439 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $102,500 on Nov 2, 2000

270 RUTH LN

CLIFFWOOD, NJ 07721
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,110 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.
3,999 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$487K
$457K low$518K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$102,500 · Nov 2, 2000
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$311,771
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$249,417
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.38%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$128,000
LOANCITY COM · recorded Jun 1, 2004
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$47,423
NEW JERSEY HOUSING & MORTGAGE FIN AGENCY

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,140 (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.$457,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$341,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$116,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$411,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$457,700

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.21
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
26
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.
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.Ranch
CountyMONMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 80 ft²

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Cliffwood Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.4 mi
M
Matawan-Aberdeen Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Matawan Regional High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07721These 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.89
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 100.100

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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,286
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,514 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,727
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,900
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

270 Ruth Ln 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 84% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Cliffwood 07721
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Cliffwood 07721
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Cliffwood Heights
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Monmouth County

What homes are worth in Cliffwood 07721

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

This home
$324K$793K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Cliffwood 07721.

How it measures up in Cliffwood 07721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cliffwood 07721.

Estimated value$487,194
CheaperTypical $561,079Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$439
CheaperTypical $331Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,110 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,688 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size3,999 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 270 Ruth Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCliffwood HeightsCliffwood 07721Monmouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$487,19435% of homes30% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43990% of homes95% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,110 ft²17% of homes10% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,999 ft²4% of homes17% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than198754% of homes40% of homes69% of homes

About 270 Ruth Ln

How much is 270 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 270 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ is $487,194 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $456,782 to $517,606. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 270 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ last sell?

270 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ last sold on Nov 2, 2000 for $102,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 270 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ?

270 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,110 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 270 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ built?

270 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 270 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ?

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

How does 270 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ compare to other homes in Cliffwood 07721?

Among the 1,046 homes in Cliffwood 07721, it is worth more than 30% of them ($487,194 against a typical $561,079), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($439 against a typical $331), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,110 ft² against a typical 1,688 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (3,999 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1987 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Monmouth County, it is worth more than 16% 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 270 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 270 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ was $8,140. The county assessed it at $457,700.

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