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$691,238$332 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $180,000 on Dec 15, 1994

561 RIVERSIDE DR

ELIZABETH, NJ 07208
0
Baths
2,081 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$691K
$618K low$765K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,000 · Dec 15, 1994
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.$509,438
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$407,550
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.30%
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.$181,800
WACHOVIA BANK NA · R · recorded Sep 1, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,442 (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.$468,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$221,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$246,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$468,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$468,100

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.0.16
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
Morris Early Childhood Center
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 1.0 mi
H
Hillside High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Krumbiegel Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Hillside Township 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.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

561 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 71% of homes in Elizabeth 07208
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Union County
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Elizabeth 07208
  • Newer than 72% 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$926K

This home is worth more than 71% 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$691,238
CheaperTypical $630,899Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$332
CheaperTypical $325Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area2,081 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,024 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 561 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElizabeth 07208Union County
Estimated valuepricier than$691,23871% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33254% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than2,081 ft²53% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac70% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than193572% of homes33% of homes

About 561 Riverside Dr

How much is 561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ is $691,238 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $617,667 to $764,808. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ last sell?

561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ last sold on Dec 15, 1994 for $180,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ?

561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ has 2,081 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ built?

561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ was built in 1935, making it 91 years old.

What schools serve 561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ?

561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ is assigned to Morris Early Childhood Center (elementary); Hillside High School (high), rated D-; Krumbiegel Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Hillside Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ compare to other homes in Elizabeth 07208?

Among the 4,170 homes in Elizabeth 07208, it is worth more than 71% of them ($691,238 against a typical $630,899), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($332 against a typical $325), it is bigger than 53% of them (2,081 ft² against a typical 2,024 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1935 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Union County, it is worth more than 59% 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 561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 561 Riverside Dr, Elizabeth, NJ was $9,442. The county assessed it at $468,100.

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