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$762,744$350 / 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 91How 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 $760,000 on May 20, 2024

38 DRIFTWOOD DR

HOWELL, NJ 07731
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,178 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$763K
$697K low$829K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$760,000 · May 20, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,568 (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.$784,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$428,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$356,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$730,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$784,500

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.18
37
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 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
CountyMONMOUTH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 576 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
Aldrich Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Howell Township Middle School SouthC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
H
Howell High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 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

38 Driftwood Dr 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 77% of homes in Howell 07731
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Heritage Woods
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Heritage Woods
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Monmouth County

What homes are worth in Howell 07731

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

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$308K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 77% 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$762,744
CheaperTypical $657,766Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$350
CheaperTypical $350Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area2,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,846 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 38 Driftwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHeritage WoodsHowell 07731Monmouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$762,74468% of homes77% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35040% of homes50% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than2,178 ft²78% of homes75% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac96% of homes60% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than198665% of homes63% of homes66% of homes

About 38 Driftwood Dr

How much is 38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ is $762,744 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $696,840 to $828,648. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ last sell?

38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ last sold on May 20, 2024 for $760,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ?

38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,178 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ built?

38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ?

38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ is assigned to Aldrich Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Howell Township Middle School South (middle), rated C+; 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 38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ compare to other homes in Howell 07731?

Among the 13,097 homes in Howell 07731, it is worth more than 77% of them ($762,744 against a typical $657,766), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($350 against a typical $350), it is bigger than 75% of them (2,178 ft² against a typical 1,846 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1986 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Monmouth County, it is worth more than 50% 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 38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Driftwood Dr, Howell, NJ was $12,568. The county assessed it at $784,500.

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