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$710,098$310 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $145,000 on May 18, 1999

549 RIVERSIDE DR

ELIZABETH, NJ 07208
0
Baths
2,292 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1932
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$710K
$658K low$762K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$145,000 · May 18, 1999
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.$680,098
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$544,078
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.5%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$30,000
PROPONENT FCU · E · recorded Nov 26, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,152 (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.$503,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$246,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$256,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$503,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$503,300

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
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.
82
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
47
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
CountyUNION
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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
Nicholas Murray Butler School #23C
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Alexander Hamilton Preparatory AcademyB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi

District: Elizabeth City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07208These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.108

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.97%
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.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,840
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18,823 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,240
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,461
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

549 Riverside 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 more than 76% of homes in Elizabeth 07208
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Union County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Union County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Elizabeth 07208
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Elizabeth 07208

What homes are worth in Elizabeth 07208

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

This home
$303K$930K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Elizabeth 07208.

How it measures up in Elizabeth 07208

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elizabeth 07208.

Estimated value$710,098
CheaperTypical $630,810Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$310
CheaperTypical $325Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area2,292 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,022 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1932
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 549 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElizabeth 07208Union County
Estimated valuepricier than$710,09876% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31041% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than2,292 ft²62% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac82% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than193271% of homes32% of homes

About 549 Riverside Dr

How much is 549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ is $710,098 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $658,458 to $761,738. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ last sell?

549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ last sold on May 18, 1999 for $145,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ?

549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ has 2,292 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ built?

549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ was built in 1932, making it 94 years old.

What schools serve 549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ?

549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ is assigned to Nicholas Murray Butler School #23 (elementary), rated C; Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy (high), rated B-. All sit in Elizabeth City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ compare to other homes in Elizabeth 07208?

Among the 4,170 homes in Elizabeth 07208, it is worth more than 76% of them ($710,098 against a typical $630,810), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($310 against a typical $325), it is bigger than 62% of them (2,292 ft² against a typical 2,022 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1932 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Union County, it is worth more than 61% 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 549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 549 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ was $10,152. The county assessed it at $503,300.

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