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$906,638$387 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $590,000 on Apr 17, 2019

38 ESSEX DR

MONMOUTH JUNCTION, NJ 08852
0
Baths
2,345 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$907K
$876K low$937K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$590,000 · Apr 17, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,481 (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.$253,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$90,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$163,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$253,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$253,700

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
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.
94
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.

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.0.30
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
Constable Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
South Brunswick High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
M
Crossroads North Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi

District: South Brunswick Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08852These 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.88
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89

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.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,372
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,416 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$128,084
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$158,373
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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 Essex 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 89% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Monmouth Junction 08852
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Middlesex County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Middlesex County

What homes are worth in Monmouth Junction 08852

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

This home
$290K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Monmouth Junction 08852.

How it measures up in Monmouth Junction 08852

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Monmouth Junction 08852.

Estimated value$906,638
CheaperTypical $676,108Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$387
CheaperTypical $341Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area2,345 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,993 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 38 Essex Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMonmouth Junction 08852Middlesex County
Estimated valuepricier than$906,63869% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38781% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than2,345 ft²64% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac65% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than199561% of homes82% of homes

About 38 Essex Dr

How much is 38 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ is $906,638 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $875,835 to $937,441. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ last sell?

38 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ last sold on Apr 17, 2019 for $590,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ?

38 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ has 2,345 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 38 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ built?

38 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ was built in 1995, making it 31 years old.

What schools serve 38 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ?

38 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ is assigned to Constable Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; South Brunswick High School (high), rated B+; Crossroads North Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in South Brunswick Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ compare to other homes in Monmouth Junction 08852?

Among the 4,702 homes in Monmouth Junction 08852, it is worth more than 69% of them ($906,638 against a typical $676,108), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($387 against a typical $341), it is bigger than 64% of them (2,345 ft² against a typical 1,993 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1995 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Middlesex County, it is worth more than 89% 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 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Essex Dr, Monmouth Junction, NJ was $14,481. The county assessed it at $253,700.

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