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$1,240,778$435 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $825,000 on Sep 3, 2004

271 LAKE RD

BASKING RIDGE, NJ 07920
0
Baths
2,852 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.
1.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.2M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$825,000 · Sep 3, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,626 (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.$1,188,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$415,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$772,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,044,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,188,100

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
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.
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.Colonial
CountySOMERSET
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
William Annin Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Ridge High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Oak Street Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi

District: Bernards Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07920These 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.20
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.102

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.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
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.28,676
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,109 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$170,540
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$228,687
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

271 Lake Rd 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 89% of homes in Somerset County
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Somerset County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Somerset County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Basking Ridge 07920
  • Older than 66% of homes in Basking Ridge 07920

What homes are worth in Basking Ridge 07920

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

This home
$247K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Basking Ridge 07920.

How it measures up in Basking Ridge 07920

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Basking Ridge 07920.

Estimated value$1,240,778
CheaperTypical $916,914Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$435
CheaperTypical $420Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area2,852 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,148 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size1.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 271 Lake Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBasking Ridge 07920Somerset County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,240,77871% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43560% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than2,852 ft²71% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.38 ac89% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than197934% of homes48% of homes

About 271 Lake Rd

How much is 271 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 271 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ is $1,240,778 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,159,284 to $1,322,272. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 271 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ last sell?

271 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ last sold on Sep 3, 2004 for $825,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

When was 271 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ built?

271 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 271 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ?

271 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ is assigned to William Annin Middle School (middle), rated A+; Ridge High School (high), rated A-; Oak Street Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Bernards Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 271 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ compare to other homes in Basking Ridge 07920?

Among the 9,639 homes in Basking Ridge 07920, it is worth more than 71% of them ($1,240,778 against a typical $916,914), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($435 against a typical $420), it is bigger than 71% of them (2,852 ft² against a typical 2,148 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (1.38 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1979 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Somerset County, it is worth more than 89% 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 271 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 271 Lake Rd, Basking Ridge, NJ was $17,626. The county assessed it at $1,188,100.

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