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$455,151$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 83How 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 $252,000 on Oct 4, 2001

42 DAWSON AVE

CLIFTON, NJ 07012
0
Baths
1,768 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.
3,302 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$455K
$379K low$531K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$252,000 · Oct 4, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,659 (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.$157,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$78,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$79,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$157,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$157,600

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyPASSAIC
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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
School #13C
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
H
Clifton High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Woodrow Wilson Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Clifton City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07012These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.114

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.13,065
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,987 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,801
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,776
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

42 Dawson Ave 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 93% of homes in Clifton 07012
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Clifton 07012
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Clifton 07012
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Clifton 07012
  • Older than 94% of homes in Clifton 07012

What homes are worth in Clifton 07012

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

This home
$414K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Clifton 07012.

How it measures up in Clifton 07012

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Clifton 07012.

Estimated value$455,151
CheaperTypical $596,608Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$257
CheaperTypical $394Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,451 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size3,302 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 42 Dawson Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAtheniaClifton 07012Passaic County
Estimated valuepricier than$455,15120% of homes7% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25711% of homes5% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,768 ft²58% of homes72% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,302 ft²13% of homes6% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than192829% of homes6% of homes23% of homes

About 42 Dawson Ave

How much is 42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ is $455,151 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $379,185 to $531,117. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ last sell?

42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ last sold on Oct 4, 2001 for $252,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ?

42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ has 1,768 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ built?

42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ?

42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ is assigned to School #13 (elementary), rated C; Clifton High School (high), rated D+; Woodrow Wilson Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Clifton City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ compare to other homes in Clifton 07012?

Among the 3,132 homes in Clifton 07012, it is worth more than 7% of them ($455,151 against a typical $596,608), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($257 against a typical $394), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,768 ft² against a typical 1,451 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (3,302 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1928 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Passaic County, it is worth more than 18% 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 42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Dawson Ave, Clifton, NJ was $9,659. The county assessed it at $157,600.

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