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$476,979$360 / 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 89How 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 $380,000 on May 30, 2024

542 MONMOUTH AVE

LINDEN, NJ 07036
0
Baths
1,326 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$477K
$423K low$531K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$380,000 · May 30, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,086 (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.$123,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$77,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$123,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$123,700

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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyUNION
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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(3)

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(5)

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

M
Soehl Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.2 mi
E
School #1C-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Linden High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Linden City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07036These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.109

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.16%
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.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.46,375
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,133 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,437
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,908
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

542 Monmouth Ave 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 86% of homes in Union County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Linden 07036
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Union County
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Union County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Union County

What homes are worth in Linden 07036

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

This home
$251K$888K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Linden 07036.

How it measures up in Linden 07036

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Linden 07036.

Estimated value$476,979
CheaperTypical $556,698Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$360
CheaperTypical $450Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area1,326 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,190 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 542 Monmouth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLinden 07036Union County
Estimated valuepricier than$476,97925% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36023% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,326 ft²61% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac42% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than195662% of homes66% of homes

About 542 Monmouth Ave

How much is 542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ is $476,979 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $423,299 to $530,659. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ last sell?

542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ last sold on May 30, 2024 for $380,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ?

542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ has 1,326 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ built?

542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ?

542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ is assigned to Soehl Middle School (middle), rated D+; School #1 (elementary), rated C-; Linden High School (high), rated D. All sit in Linden City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ compare to other homes in Linden 07036?

Among the 10,875 homes in Linden 07036, it is worth more than 25% of them ($476,979 against a typical $556,698), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($360 against a typical $450), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,326 ft² against a typical 1,190 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1956 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Union County, it is worth more than 14% 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 542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Monmouth Ave, Linden, NJ was $9,086. The county assessed it at $123,700.

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