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$358,745$180 / 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 93How 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 $233,750 on Jul 30, 2019

5 THOMPSON ST

NEWTON, NJ 07860
0
Baths
1,992 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
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

$359K
$334K low$384K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$233,750 · Jul 30, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,397 (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.$374,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$93,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$280,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$353,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$374,100

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.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

H
Newton High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
M
Halsted Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Merriam Avenue Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi

District: Newton Town 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

5 Thompson 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 71% of homes in Newton 07860
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Sussex County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Sussex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Newton 07860
  • Among the oldest 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
$208K$787K

This home is worth more than 29% 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$358,745
CheaperTypical $423,942Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $259Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area1,992 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,668 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 5 Thompson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton 07860Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$358,74529% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1806% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,992 ft²65% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac18% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than18602% of homesalmost no homes

About 5 Thompson St

How much is 5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ is $358,745 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $333,613 to $383,877. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ last sell?

5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ last sold on Jul 30, 2019 for $233,750, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ?

5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ has 1,992 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ built?

5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ?

5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ is assigned to Newton High School (high), rated C-; Halsted Middle School (middle), rated C; Merriam Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Newton Town School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ compare to other homes in Newton 07860?

Among the 9,174 homes in Newton 07860, it is worth more than 29% of them ($358,745 against a typical $423,942), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($180 against a typical $259), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,992 ft² against a typical 1,668 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1860 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 29% 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 5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Thompson St, Newton, NJ was $9,397. The county assessed it at $374,100.

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