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$688,268$223 / 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 96How 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 $355,000 on Aug 16, 2017

492 RIDGE RD

NEWTON, NJ 07860
0
Baths
3,083 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.
3.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$688K
$660K low$716K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$355,000 · Aug 16, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,397 (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.$392,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$114,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$278,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$392,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$392,300

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
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.
30
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
CountySUSSEX
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.

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

E
Fredon Township SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.3 mi
M
Kittatinny Regional SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 7.0 mi

District: Fredon Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07860These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.82

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.250 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,501
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,329
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

492 Ridge Rd 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 more than 93% of homes in Newton 07860
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Sussex County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Newton 07860
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Sussex County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Newton 07860

What homes are worth in Newton 07860

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

This home
$208K$808K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Newton 07860.

How it measures up in Newton 07860

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 07860.

Estimated value$688,268
CheaperTypical $429,360Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $262Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area3,083 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,668 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size3.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 492 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton 07860Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$688,26893% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22324% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than3,083 ft²93% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.3 ac89% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than198270% of homes65% of homes

About 492 Ridge Rd

How much is 492 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 492 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ is $688,268 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $660,460 to $716,076. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 492 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ last sell?

492 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ last sold on Aug 16, 2017 for $355,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

When was 492 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ built?

492 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 492 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ?

492 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ is assigned to Fredon Township School (elementary), rated B+; Kittatinny Regional School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Fredon Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 492 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ compare to other homes in Newton 07860?

Among the 9,174 homes in Newton 07860, it is worth more than 93% of them ($688,268 against a typical $429,360), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($223 against a typical $262), it is bigger than 93% of them (3,083 ft² against a typical 1,668 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (3.3 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1982 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 89% 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 492 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 492 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ was $12,397. The county assessed it at $392,300.

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