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$670,521$211 / 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 94How 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 $360,000 on May 11, 2021

498 RIDGE RD

NEWTON, NJ 07860
0
Baths
3,174 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.
5.65 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$671K
$627K low$714K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$360,000 · May 11, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,877 (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.$407,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$133,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$274,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$407,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$407,500

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.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.Frame (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(8)

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(1)

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 · 1.4 mi
M
Kittatinny Regional SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 7.1 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

498 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 87% of homes in Sussex County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Sussex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Sussex County
  • Older than 88% of homes in Sussex County

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
$206K$803K

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$670,521
CheaperTypical $422,501Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$211
CheaperTypical $257Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area3,174 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,676 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size5.65 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 498 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton 07860Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$670,52193% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21119% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than3,174 ft²93% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.65 ac95% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than193818% of homes12% of homes

About 498 Ridge Rd

How much is 498 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 498 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ is $670,521 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $627,257 to $713,785. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 498 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ last sell?

498 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ last sold on May 11, 2021 for $360,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

When was 498 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ built?

498 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 498 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ?

498 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 498 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 ($670,521 against a typical $422,501), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($211 against a typical $257), it is bigger than 93% of them (3,174 ft² against a typical 1,676 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (5.65 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1938 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 88% 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 498 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 498 Ridge Rd, Newton, NJ was $12,877. The county assessed it at $407,500.

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