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$482,482$249 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $261,000 on Feb 2, 2006

297 STATE ROUTE 35

SOUTH AMBOY, NJ 08879
0
Baths
1,940 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$482K
$449K low$516K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$261,000 · Feb 2, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,778 (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.$123,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$83,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$123,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$123,500

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.67
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
30
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. 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.1 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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(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
Memorial Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Old Bridge High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi
M
Carl Sandburg Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.8 mi

District: Old Bridge Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08879These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.102

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.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.1%
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.23,254
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,866 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,649
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,457
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

297 State Route 35 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 73% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in South Amboy 08879
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in South Amboy 08879
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in South Amboy 08879

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

This home
$313K$993K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in South Amboy 08879.

How it measures up in South Amboy 08879

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Amboy 08879.

Estimated value$482,482
CheaperTypical $525,076Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$249
CheaperTypical $378Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,940 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,414 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 297 State Route 35 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Amboy 08879Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$482,48237% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2493% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,940 ft²82% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac34% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than192019% of homes8% of homes

About 297 State Route 35

How much is 297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ is $482,482 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $448,827 to $516,137. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ last sell?

297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ last sold on Feb 2, 2006 for $261,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ?

297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ has 1,940 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ built?

297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ?

297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ is assigned to Memorial Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Old Bridge High School (high), rated C; Carl Sandburg Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Old Bridge Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ compare to other homes in South Amboy 08879?

Among the 7,042 homes in South Amboy 08879, it is worth more than 37% of them ($482,482 against a typical $525,076), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($249 against a typical $378), it is bigger than 82% of them (1,940 ft² against a typical 1,414 ft²), its lot is bigger than 34% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1920 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 27% 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 297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 297 State Route 35, South Amboy, NJ was $7,778. The county assessed it at $123,500.

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