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$401,475$309 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

53 THOMPSON ST

RARITAN, NJ 08869
0
Baths
1,300 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.
3,581 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$401K
$381K low$422K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$401,475
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$321,180

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,340 (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.$241,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$141,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$100,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$241,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$241,300

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.48
31
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.5 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.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
CountySOMERSET
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
John F. Kennedy Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.8 mi
H
Bridgewater-Raritan Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Bridgewater-Raritan Regional Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08869These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.96

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
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.8,217
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,269 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,594
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$140,038
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

53 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 93% of homes in Raritan 08869
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Somerset County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Somerset County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Raritan 08869
  • Older than 96% of homes in Somerset County

What homes are worth in Raritan 08869

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

This home
$355K$882K

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Raritan 08869.

How it measures up in Raritan 08869

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raritan 08869.

Estimated value$401,475
CheaperTypical $537,170Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$309
CheaperTypical $325Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,634 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size3,581 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 53 Thompson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaritan 08869Somerset County
Estimated valuepricier than$401,4757% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30937% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,300 ft²23% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,581 ft²6% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than191014% of homes4% of homes

About 53 Thompson St

How much is 53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ is $401,475 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $381,102 to $421,848. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ last sell?

53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ?

53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ has 1,300 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ built?

53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ?

53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ is assigned to John F. Kennedy Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Bridgewater-Raritan Regional High School (high), rated B+; Bridgewater-Raritan Regional Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ compare to other homes in Raritan 08869?

Among the 1,947 homes in Raritan 08869, it is worth more than 7% of them ($401,475 against a typical $537,170), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($309 against a typical $325), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,300 ft² against a typical 1,634 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (3,581 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1910 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Somerset County, it is worth more than 10% 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 53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 Thompson St, Raritan, NJ was $7,340. The county assessed it at $241,300.

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