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$194,609$151 / 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 86How 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 $195,000 on May 16, 2024

42 WARD ST

SALEM, NJ 08079
0
Baths
1,288 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.
3,960 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$195K
$167K low$223K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$195,000 · May 16, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,839 (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.$44,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$36,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$44,500

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.62
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.49%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
CountySALEM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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.

M
Salem Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 3–8 · 0.4 mi
E
John Fenwick Academy
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.6 mi
H
Salem High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Salem City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08079These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.11,815
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.97 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,065
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,876
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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 Ward St 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 81% of homes in Salem County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Salem County
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Salem County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Salem County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Salem County

What homes are worth in Salem 08079

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

This home
$73K$535K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Salem 08079.

How it measures up in Salem 08079

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 08079.

Estimated value$194,609
CheaperTypical $204,461Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $149Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,288 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size3,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 42 Ward St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 08079Salem County
Estimated valuepricier than$194,60946% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15151% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,288 ft²34% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,960 ft²12% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than191025% of homes12% of homes

About 42 Ward St

How much is 42 Ward St, Salem, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Ward St, Salem, NJ is $194,609 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $166,675 to $222,543. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Ward St, Salem, NJ last sell?

42 Ward St, Salem, NJ last sold on May 16, 2024 for $195,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Ward St, Salem, NJ?

42 Ward St, Salem, NJ has 1,288 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 42 Ward St, Salem, NJ built?

42 Ward St, Salem, NJ was built in 1910, making it 116 years old.

What schools serve 42 Ward St, Salem, NJ?

42 Ward St, Salem, NJ is assigned to Salem Middle School (middle), rated D+; John Fenwick Academy (elementary); Salem High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Salem City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Ward St, Salem, NJ compare to other homes in Salem 08079?

Among the 3,227 homes in Salem 08079, it is worth more than 46% of them ($194,609 against a typical $204,461), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($151 against a typical $149), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,288 ft² against a typical 1,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (3,960 ft² against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1910 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Salem County, it is worth more than 19% 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 Ward St, Salem, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Ward St, Salem, NJ was $3,839. The county assessed it at $44,500.

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