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$599,995$292 / 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 85How 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 $245,000 on May 21, 2012

285 LEWIS ST

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 07060
0
Baths
2,052 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1967
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$600K
$512K low$688K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$245,000 · May 21, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,266 (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.$270,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$80,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$190,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$270,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$270,000

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.45
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountySOMERSET
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
East End Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.3 mi
H
North Plainfield High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
North Plainfield Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi

District: North Plainfield Borough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07060These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.103

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.49,888
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,905 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,513
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,940
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

285 Lewis 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.

  • Worth more than 76% of homes in Plainfield 07060
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Somerset County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Plainfield 07060
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Plainfield 07060
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Plainfield 07060

What homes are worth in Plainfield 07060

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

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$186K$888K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Plainfield 07060.

How it measures up in Plainfield 07060

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Plainfield 07060.

Estimated value$599,995
CheaperTypical $519,260Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$292
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area2,052 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,634 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1931Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 285 Lewis St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlainfield 07060Somerset County
Estimated valuepricier than$599,99576% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29242% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than2,052 ft²72% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac69% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than196793% of homes38% of homes

About 285 Lewis St

How much is 285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ is $599,995 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $511,520 to $688,470. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ last sell?

285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ last sold on May 21, 2012 for $245,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ?

285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ has 2,052 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ built?

285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ was built in 1967, making it 59 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ?

285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ is assigned to East End Elementary School (elementary), rated D; North Plainfield High School (high), rated D; North Plainfield Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in North Plainfield Borough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ compare to other homes in Plainfield 07060?

Among the 7,933 homes in Plainfield 07060, it is worth more than 76% of them ($599,995 against a typical $519,260), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($292 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,052 ft² against a typical 1,634 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (1967 against a typical 1931). Measured against all of Somerset County, it is worth more than 41% 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 285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 Lewis St, North Plainfield, NJ was $12,266. The county assessed it at $270,000.

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