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$483,056$276 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $175,000 on Oct 7, 1999

438 RICHARD WAY

NORTH PLAINFIELD, NJ 07062
0
Baths
1,750 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$483K
$427K low$539K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · Oct 7, 1999
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$213,514
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$170,811
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.57%
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.$269,542
BANK OF AMERICA · R · recorded Aug 5, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,449 (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.$230,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$130,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$230,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$230,000

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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
CountySOMERSET
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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

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

E
East End Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.5 mi
H
North Plainfield High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
North Plainfield Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.5 mi

District: North Plainfield Borough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07062These 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.96
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.104

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.14,346
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,600 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$93,403
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,888
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

438 Richard Way 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 77% of homes in Somerset County
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Somerset County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Plainfield 07062
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Plainfield 07062
  • Older than 83% of homes in Somerset County

What homes are worth in Plainfield 07062

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

This home
$142K$747K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Plainfield 07062.

How it measures up in Plainfield 07062

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Plainfield 07062.

Estimated value$483,056
CheaperTypical $468,737Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$276
CheaperTypical $341Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,378 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 438 Richard Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlainfield 07062Somerset County
Estimated valuepricier than$483,05657% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27625% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,750 ft²76% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac69% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than195171% of homes17% of homes

About 438 Richard Way

How much is 438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ is $483,056 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $426,968 to $539,144. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ last sell?

438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ last sold on Oct 7, 1999 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ?

438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ has 1,750 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ built?

438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ?

438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ is assigned to East End Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; North Plainfield High School (high), rated D; North Plainfield Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in North Plainfield Borough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ compare to other homes in Plainfield 07062?

Among the 3,503 homes in Plainfield 07062, it is worth more than 57% of them ($483,056 against a typical $468,737), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($276 against a typical $341), it is bigger than 76% of them (1,750 ft² against a typical 1,378 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1951 against a typical 1946). Measured against all of Somerset County, it is worth more than 23% 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 438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 438 Richard Way, North Plainfield, NJ was $10,449. The county assessed it at $230,000.

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