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$655,441$314 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $145,000 on Nov 24, 1998

279 STUART ST

HOWELL, NJ 07731
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,088 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
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.

Valuation

$655K
$612K low$699K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$145,000 · Nov 24, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,308 (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.$557,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$258,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$299,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$549,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$557,500

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.13
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
36
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
31
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.Cape Cod
CountyMONMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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 · 80 ft²

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.

E
Edith M. Griebling Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Howell Township Middle School NorthB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Howell High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Howell Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07731These 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.39
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.78

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,157
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,199 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$128,337
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$146,567
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

279 Stuart St 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Howell 07731
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Howell 07731
  • Older than 68% of homes in Howell 07731

What homes are worth in Howell 07731

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

This home
$315K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Howell 07731.

How it measures up in Howell 07731

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Howell 07731.

Estimated value$655,441
CheaperTypical $661,098Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$314
CheaperTypical $352Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area2,088 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,845 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 279 Stuart St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHowell 07731Monmouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$655,44149% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31423% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than2,088 ft²70% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac80% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than197032% of homes47% of homes

About 279 Stuart St

How much is 279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ is $655,441 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $612,217 to $698,665. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ last sell?

279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ last sold on Nov 24, 1998 for $145,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ?

279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,088 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ built?

279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ?

279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ is assigned to Edith M. Griebling Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Howell Township Middle School North (middle), rated B; Howell High School (high), rated C. All sit in Howell Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ compare to other homes in Howell 07731?

Among the 13,097 homes in Howell 07731, it is worth more than 49% of them ($655,441 against a typical $661,098), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($314 against a typical $352), it is bigger than 70% of them (2,088 ft² against a typical 1,845 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1970 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Monmouth County, it is worth more than 36% 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 279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Stuart St, Howell, NJ was $9,308. The county assessed it at $557,500.

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