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$595,753$218 / 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 89How 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 $499,999 on Sep 21, 2022

281 RUTH LN

CLIFFWOOD, NJ 07721
4
Beds
1
Baths
2,736 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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

$596K
$531K low$660K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$499,999 · Sep 21, 2022
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.$595,753
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$476,602

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,307 (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.$568,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$358,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$209,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$520,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$568,000

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.34
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.135 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Cape Cod
CountyMONMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Shed · 128 ft²Patio · 752 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

281 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 more than 72% of homes in Cliffwood Heights
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Cliffwood Heights
  • Among the largest homes in Cliffwood Heights
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Cliffwood Heights
  • Older than 86% of homes in Cliffwood 07721

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
$328K$796K

This home is worth more than 65% 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$595,753
CheaperTypical $561,282Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$218
CheaperTypical $331Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area2,736 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,692 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 281 Ruth Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCliffwood HeightsCliffwood 07721Monmouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$595,75372% of homes65% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$218almost no homes2% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,736 ft²almost all homes98% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac95% of homes62% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than195022% of homes14% of homes22% of homes

About 281 Ruth Ln

How much is 281 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ is $595,753 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $531,334 to $660,172. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ last sell?

281 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ last sold on Sep 21, 2022 for $499,999, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ?

281 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,736 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 281 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ built?

281 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ?

281 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 281 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ compare to other homes in Cliffwood 07721?

Among the 1,046 homes in Cliffwood 07721, it is worth more than 65% of them ($595,753 against a typical $561,282), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($218 against a typical $331), it is bigger than 98% of them (2,736 ft² against a typical 1,692 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1950 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Monmouth County, it is worth more than 29% 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 281 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Ruth Ln, Cliffwood, NJ was $10,307. The county assessed it at $568,000.

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