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$463,654$257 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $139,000 on May 13, 1994

281 SW COLUMBUS CIR

BAYVILLE, NJ 08721
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,805 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$464K
$432K low$495K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$139,000 · May 13, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,657 (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.$218,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$72,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$146,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$218,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$218,400

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.47
30
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
35
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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.5 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyOCEAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asbestos
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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

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.

H
Central Regional High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Central Regional Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Clara B. Worth Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.4 mi

District: Central Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08721These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,790
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.966 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,814
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,907
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

281 Sw Columbus Cir 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 72% of homes in Forest Hills Estates
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Bayville 08721
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Ocean County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Forest Hills Estates

What homes are worth in Bayville 08721

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

This home
$285K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Bayville 08721.

How it measures up in Bayville 08721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bayville 08721.

Estimated value$463,654
CheaperTypical $511,766Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$257
CheaperTypical $306Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,805 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,669 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 281 Sw Columbus Cir ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForest Hills EstatesBayville 08721Ocean County
Estimated valuepricier than$463,65428% of homes39% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25734% of homes18% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,805 ft²42% of homes59% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac33% of homes77% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than198426% of homes45% of homes54% of homes

About 281 Sw Columbus Cir

How much is 281 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ is $463,654 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $432,181 to $495,127. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ last sell?

281 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ last sold on May 13, 1994 for $139,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ?

281 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,805 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 281 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ built?

281 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ?

281 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ is assigned to Central Regional High School (high), rated D+; Central Regional Middle School (middle), rated C; Clara B. Worth Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Central Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ compare to other homes in Bayville 08721?

Among the 8,118 homes in Bayville 08721, it is worth more than 39% of them ($463,654 against a typical $511,766), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($257 against a typical $306), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,805 ft² against a typical 1,669 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1984 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Ocean County, it is worth more than 35% 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 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Sw Columbus Cir, Bayville, NJ was $5,657. The county assessed it at $218,400.

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