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$543,312$419 / 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 76How 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 $238,500 on May 20, 1996

51 RIVER DR

HOPEWELL, NJ 08525
0
Baths
1,296 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.
0.61 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1865
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$543K
$411K low$675K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$238,500 · May 20, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,663 (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.$513,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$426,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$86,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$513,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$513,500

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.103 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyMERCER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.61
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(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.

E
Bear Tavern Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
M
Timberlane Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.1 mi
H
Hopewell Valley Central High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Hopewell Valley Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08525These 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.65
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.87

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.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,709
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.215 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$145,151
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$172,580
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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

51 River Dr 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 73% of homes in Hopewell 08525
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Mercer County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Hopewell 08525
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Mercer County
  • Among the oldest homes in Mercer County

What homes are worth in Hopewell 08525

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

This home
$263K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Hopewell 08525.

How it measures up in Hopewell 08525

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hopewell 08525.

Estimated value$543,312
CheaperTypical $649,018Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$419
CheaperTypical $337Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,976 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.61 ac
SmallerTypical 0.74 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1865
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 51 River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHopewell 08525Mercer County
Estimated valuepricier than$543,31227% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41988% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²14% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.61 ac46% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than18654% of homesalmost no homes

About 51 River Dr

How much is 51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ is $543,312 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $411,421 to $675,203. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ last sell?

51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ last sold on May 20, 1996 for $238,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ?

51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ has 1,296 square feet of living space and a 0.61-acre lot.

When was 51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ built?

51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ was built in 1865, making it 161 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ?

51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ is assigned to Bear Tavern Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Timberlane Middle School (middle), rated B; Hopewell Valley Central High School (high), rated B. All sit in Hopewell Valley Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ compare to other homes in Hopewell 08525?

Among the 1,649 homes in Hopewell 08525, it is worth more than 27% of them ($543,312 against a typical $649,018), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($419 against a typical $337), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,976 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.61 ac against a typical 0.74 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1865 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Mercer County, it is worth more than 66% 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 51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 51 River Dr, Hopewell, NJ was $16,663. The county assessed it at $513,500.

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