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$484,165$239 / 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 88How 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 $154,000 on Jun 30, 2009

509 FRANKLIN PL

PLAINFIELD, NJ 07060
0
Baths
2,029 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.
3,276 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1921
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$484K
$424K low$544K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$154,000 · Jun 30, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,926 (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.$100,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$83,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$100,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$100,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyUNION
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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(5)

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
Charles And Anna Booker Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Plainfield High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Maxson Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Plainfield City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07060These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.103

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.49,888
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.9,905 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,513
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,940
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

509 Franklin Pl 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 85% of homes in Union County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Union County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Plainfield 07060
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Plainfield 07060
  • Older than 84% of homes in Union County

What homes are worth in Plainfield 07060

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

This home
$179K$870K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Plainfield 07060.

How it measures up in Plainfield 07060

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Plainfield 07060.

Estimated value$484,165
CheaperTypical $514,697Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$239
CheaperTypical $302Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area2,029 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,630 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size3,276 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1921
OlderTypical 1931Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 509 Franklin Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlainfield 07060Union County
Estimated valuepricier than$484,16538% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23917% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,029 ft²72% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,276 ft²10% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than192133% of homes16% of homes

About 509 Franklin Pl

How much is 509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ is $484,165 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $423,870 to $544,460. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ last sell?

509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ last sold on Jun 30, 2009 for $154,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ?

509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ has 2,029 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ built?

509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ was built in 1921, making it 105 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ?

509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ is assigned to Charles And Anna Booker Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Plainfield High School (high), rated F; Maxson Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Plainfield City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ compare to other homes in Plainfield 07060?

Among the 7,934 homes in Plainfield 07060, it is worth more than 38% of them ($484,165 against a typical $514,697), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($239 against a typical $302), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,029 ft² against a typical 1,630 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (3,276 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1921 against a typical 1931). Measured against all of Union County, it is worth more than 15% 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 509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 Franklin Pl, Plainfield, NJ was $8,926. The county assessed it at $100,000.

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