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$528,123$359 / 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 95How 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 $97,008 on Nov 27, 2023

274 RUTH LN

CLIFFWOOD, NJ 07721
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,470 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$528K
$501K low$555K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$97,008 · Nov 27, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,047 (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.$537,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$345,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$192,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$507,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$537,700

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.Colonial
CountyMONMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 360 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
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%

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How this home compares

274 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 79% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Cliffwood 07721
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Cliffwood 07721
  • Newer than 71% 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.

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$339K$793K

This home is worth more than 39% 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$528,123
CheaperTypical $551,591Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$359
CheaperTypical $338Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,470 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,690 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 274 Ruth Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCliffwood HeightsCliffwood 07721Monmouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$528,12347% of homes39% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35964% of homes67% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,470 ft²43% of homes35% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac30% of homes25% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than198962% of homes49% of homes71% of homes

About 274 Ruth Ln

How much is 274 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 274 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ is $528,123 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $501,076 to $555,170. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 274 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ last sell?

274 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ last sold on Nov 27, 2023 for $97,008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 274 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ?

274 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,470 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 274 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ built?

274 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 274 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ?

274 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 274 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ compare to other homes in Cliffwood 07721?

Among the 1,046 homes in Cliffwood 07721, it is worth more than 39% of them ($528,123 against a typical $551,591), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($359 against a typical $338), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,470 ft² against a typical 1,690 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1989 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Monmouth County, it is worth more than 21% 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 274 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 274 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ was $10,047. The county assessed it at $537,700.

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