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$1,239,868$434 / 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 91How 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 $477,500 on May 11, 2011

518 8TH ST

UNION CITY, NJ 07087
0
Baths
2,860 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.
2,252 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$477,500 · May 11, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,372 (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.$919,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$307,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$612,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$831,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$919,300

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Colonial
CountyHUDSON
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2007
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Thomas a Edison Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.1 mi
M
Sara M. Gilmore AcademyA
Middle · Grades 1–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Union City High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Union City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07087These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.118
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.111

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.68,460
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.53,613 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,681
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,242
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

518 8th 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Union City 07087
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Union City 07087
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Hudson County
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Union City 07087

What homes are worth in Union City 07087

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

This home
$173K$1.2M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Union City 07087.

How it measures up in Union City 07087

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Union City 07087.

Estimated value$1,239,868
CheaperTypical $577,390Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$434
CheaperTypical $411Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area2,860 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,552 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size2,252 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,134 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1917Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 518 8th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUnion City 07087Hudson County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,239,868almost all homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43457% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than2,860 ft²89% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,252 ft²52% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than200687% of homes86% of homes

About 518 8th St

How much is 518 8th St, Union City, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 518 8th St, Union City, NJ is $1,239,868 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,133,164 to $1,346,572. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 518 8th St, Union City, NJ last sell?

518 8th St, Union City, NJ last sold on May 11, 2011 for $477,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 518 8th St, Union City, NJ?

518 8th St, Union City, NJ has 2,860 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 518 8th St, Union City, NJ built?

518 8th St, Union City, NJ was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 518 8th St, Union City, NJ?

518 8th St, Union City, NJ is assigned to Thomas a Edison Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Sara M. Gilmore Academy (middle), rated A; Union City High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Union City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 518 8th St, Union City, NJ compare to other homes in Union City 07087?

Among the 7,767 homes in Union City 07087, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,239,868 against a typical $577,390), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($434 against a typical $411), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,860 ft² against a typical 1,552 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (2,252 ft² against a typical 2,134 ft²) and it is newer than 87% of them (2006 against a typical 1917). Measured against all of Hudson County, it is worth more than 91% 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 518 8th St, Union City, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 518 8th St, Union City, NJ was $15,372. The county assessed it at $919,300.

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