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$452,078$449 / 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 92How 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

42 SIGNAL HILL TRL

SPARTA, NJ 07871
0
Baths
1,006 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.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$452K
$417K low$487K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,376 (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.$201,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$129,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$72,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$201,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$201,100

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
30
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Ranch
CountySUSSEX
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
Sparta Alpine School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.5 mi
H
Sparta High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
M
Sparta Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Sparta Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07871These 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.17
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.96

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,461
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.530 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$163,529
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$191,626
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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 Signal Hill Trl 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 82% of homes in Sparta 07871
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Sussex County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Sparta 07871
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Sparta 07871
  • Older than 76% of homes in Sussex County

What homes are worth in Sparta 07871

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

This home
$116K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Sparta 07871.

How it measures up in Sparta 07871

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sparta 07871.

Estimated value$452,078
CheaperTypical $638,213Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$449
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,006 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,090 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 42 Signal Hill Trl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSparta 07871Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$452,07818% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$44987% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,006 ft²7% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac33% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than195327% of homes24% of homes

About 42 Signal Hill Trl

How much is 42 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ is $452,078 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $417,432 to $486,724. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ last sell?

42 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ?

42 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ has 1,006 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 42 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ built?

42 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ?

42 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ is assigned to Sparta Alpine School (elementary); Sparta High School (high), rated B; Sparta Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Sparta Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ compare to other homes in Sparta 07871?

Among the 8,328 homes in Sparta 07871, it is worth more than 18% of them ($452,078 against a typical $638,213), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($449 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 7% of them (1,006 ft² against a typical 2,090 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1953 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 55% 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 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Signal Hill Trl, Sparta, NJ was $7,376. The county assessed it at $201,100.

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