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Last sold for $244,088 on May 2, 2014

5 RIVER RD

HIGHLAND PARK, NJ 08904
0
Baths
1,020 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.
2,400 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$244,088 · May 2, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,178 (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.$263,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$224,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$39,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$263,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$263,600

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
66
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyMIDDLESEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

H
Highland Park High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Highland Park Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Irving Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 1.0 mi

District: Highland Park Borough School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08904These 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.141
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.98

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,852
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,390 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,132
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$126,895
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

5 River 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.

  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Highland Park 08904
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Highland Park 08904
  • Older than 92% of homes in Middlesex County

How it measures up in Highland Park 08904

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highland Park 08904.

Living area1,020 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,808 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size2,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 5 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighland Park 08904Middlesex County
Living areabigger than1,020 ft²8% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,400 ft²12% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than192030% of homes8% of homes

About 5 River Rd

When did 5 River Rd, Highland Park, NJ last sell?

5 River Rd, Highland Park, NJ last sold on May 2, 2014 for $244,088, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 River Rd, Highland Park, NJ?

5 River Rd, Highland Park, NJ has 1,020 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 5 River Rd, Highland Park, NJ built?

5 River Rd, Highland Park, NJ was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 River Rd, Highland Park, NJ?

5 River Rd, Highland Park, NJ is assigned to Highland Park High School (high), rated B-; Highland Park Middle School (middle), rated C; Irving Primary School (elementary). All sit in Highland Park Borough School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 River Rd, Highland Park, NJ compare to other homes in Highland Park 08904?

Among the 3,389 homes in Highland Park 08904, it is bigger than 8% of them (1,020 ft² against a typical 1,808 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (2,400 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1920 against a typical 1938). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5 River Rd, Highland Park, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 River Rd, Highland Park, NJ was $7,178. The county assessed it at $263,600.

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