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$400,000$222 / 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 90How 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 $470,000 on Aug 15, 2017

42 SOMMER AVE

GLEN RIDGE, NJ 07028
0
Baths
1,798 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.
4,100 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1932
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$400K
$361K low$439K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$470,000 · Aug 15, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,453 (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.$854,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$423,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$430,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$440,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$854,600

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
17
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
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.2 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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
Linden Avenue Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.4 mi
M
Glen Ridge High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Glen Ridge Borough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07028These 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.28
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.112

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,650
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,568 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$198,652
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$268,789
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 Sommer 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Glen Ridge 07028
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Glen Ridge 07028
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Glen Ridge 07028
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Glen Ridge 07028
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Glen Ridge 07028

What homes are worth in Glen Ridge 07028

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

This home
$539K$2.6M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Glen Ridge 07028.

How it measures up in Glen Ridge 07028

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Glen Ridge 07028.

Estimated value$400,000
CheaperTypical $1,200,655Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$222
CheaperTypical $567Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,798 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,150 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size4,100 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1932
OlderTypical 1923Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 42 Sommer Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGlen Ridge 07028Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$400,000almost no homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$222almost no homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,798 ft²30% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,100 ft²11% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than193278% of homes50% of homes

About 42 Sommer Ave

How much is 42 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ is $400,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $361,273 to $438,727. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ last sell?

42 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ last sold on Aug 15, 2017 for $470,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ?

42 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ has 1,798 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 42 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ built?

42 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ was built in 1932, making it 94 years old.

What schools serve 42 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ?

42 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ is assigned to Linden Avenue Elementary School (elementary); Glen Ridge High School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Glen Ridge Borough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ compare to other homes in Glen Ridge 07028?

Among the 2,376 homes in Glen Ridge 07028, it is worth more than almost none of them ($400,000 against a typical $1,200,655), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($222 against a typical $567), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,798 ft² against a typical 2,150 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (4,100 ft² against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (1932 against a typical 1923). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 9% 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 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Sommer Ave, Glen Ridge, NJ was $15,453. The county assessed it at $854,600.

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