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$570,000$288 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,000 on May 5, 2026

478 WALNUT ST

ELIZABETH, NJ 07201
0
Baths
1,982 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.
3,520 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
Pre-foreclosure (NOS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
Auction scheduled for Mar 11, 2026.

Valuation

$570K
$523K low$617K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,000 · May 5, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,399 (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.$416,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$157,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$259,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$416,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$416,400

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.39
1
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.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
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.

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.Duplex Single
CountyUNION
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(7)

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

E
Winfield Scott School #2C-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Elizabeth High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Elizabeth City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07201These 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.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.110

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.31,200
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,851 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,073
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,535
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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%

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How this home compares

478 Walnut 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 74% of homes in Elizabeth 07201
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Union County
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Elizabeth 07201
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Union County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Union County

What homes are worth in Elizabeth 07201

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

This home
$334K$1M

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Elizabeth 07201.

How it measures up in Elizabeth 07201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elizabeth 07201.

Estimated value$570,000
CheaperTypical $685,385Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$288
CheaperTypical $294Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,982 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,451 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size3,520 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,790 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 478 Walnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElizabeth 07201Union County
Estimated valuepricier than$570,00026% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28846% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,982 ft²28% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,520 ft²44% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than190025% of homes5% of homes

About 478 Walnut St

How much is 478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ is $570,000 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $522,959 to $617,041. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ last sell?

478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ last sold on May 5, 2026 for $1,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ?

478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ has 1,982 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ built?

478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a duplex single home.

What schools serve 478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ?

478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ is assigned to Winfield Scott School #2 (elementary), rated C-; Elizabeth High School (high), rated A. All sit in Elizabeth City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ compare to other homes in Elizabeth 07201?

Among the 3,565 homes in Elizabeth 07201, it is worth more than 26% of them ($570,000 against a typical $685,385), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($288 against a typical $294), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,982 ft² against a typical 2,451 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (3,520 ft² against a typical 3,790 ft²) and it is newer than 25% of them (1900 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Union County, it is worth more than 33% 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 478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 478 Walnut St, Elizabeth, NJ was $8,399. The county assessed it at $416,400.

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