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Last sold for $38,500 on May 25, 1979

42 TERRACE AVE

TOMS RIVER, NJ 08753
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,120 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.
1946
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$38,500 · May 25, 1979
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$92,000
WELLS FARGO BANK NA · recorded Jun 19, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,926 (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.$252,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$130,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$252,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$252,100

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
31
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.Cape Cod
CountyOCEAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asbestos
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Toms River High School SouthD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Walnut Street Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Toms River Intermediate School SouthC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi

District: Toms River Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08753These 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.74
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.66,911
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,280 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,815
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,431
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

42 Terrace 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.

  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Ocean County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Ocean County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Toms River 08753

How it measures up in Toms River 08753

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Toms River 08753.

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,660 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 42 Terrace Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeToms River 08753Ocean County
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²21% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac75% of homes81% of homes
Year builtnewer than19466% of homes6% of homes

About 42 Terrace Ave

When did 42 Terrace Ave, Toms River, NJ last sell?

42 Terrace Ave, Toms River, NJ last sold on May 25, 1979 for $38,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Terrace Ave, Toms River, NJ?

42 Terrace Ave, Toms River, NJ has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 42 Terrace Ave, Toms River, NJ built?

42 Terrace Ave, Toms River, NJ was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42 Terrace Ave, Toms River, NJ?

42 Terrace Ave, Toms River, NJ is assigned to Toms River High School South (high), rated D+; Walnut Street Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Toms River Intermediate School South (middle), rated C-. All sit in Toms River Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Terrace Ave, Toms River, NJ compare to other homes in Toms River 08753?

Among the 24,342 homes in Toms River 08753, it is bigger than 21% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 1,660 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1946 against a typical 1971). 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 Terrace Ave, Toms River, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Terrace Ave, Toms River, NJ was $4,926. The county assessed it at $252,100.

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