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$325,499$254 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $113,000 on Jun 5, 1995

579 SHIELDS AVE

WEST DEPTFORD, NJ 08096
0
Baths
1,284 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$325K
$306K low$345K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$113,000 · Jun 5, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,872 (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.$281,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$73,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$207,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$168,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$281,300

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyGLOUCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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.

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

E
Oakview Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.4 mi
H
West Deptford High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
West Deptford Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 2.4 mi

District: West Deptford Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08096These 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.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.38,893
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,546 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,710
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,526
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

579 Shields 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 67% of homes in Gloucester County
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Gloucester County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Gloucester County
  • Older than 74% of homes in Gloucester County

What homes are worth in Woodbury 08096

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

This home
$197K$596K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Woodbury 08096.

How it measures up in Woodbury 08096

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Woodbury 08096.

Estimated value$325,499
CheaperTypical $350,817Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$254
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,284 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,603 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 579 Shields Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWoodbury 08096Gloucester County
Estimated valuepricier than$325,49940% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25479% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,284 ft²24% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac63% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than195744% of homes26% of homes

About 579 Shields Ave

How much is 579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ is $325,499 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $305,650 to $345,348. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ last sell?

579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ last sold on Jun 5, 1995 for $113,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ?

579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ has 1,284 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ built?

579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ?

579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ is assigned to Oakview Elementary School (elementary); West Deptford High School (high), rated C; West Deptford Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in West Deptford Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ compare to other homes in Woodbury 08096?

Among the 11,757 homes in Woodbury 08096, it is worth more than 40% of them ($325,499 against a typical $350,817), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($254 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,284 ft² against a typical 1,603 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1957 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Gloucester County, it is worth more than 33% 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 579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 579 Shields Ave, West Deptford, NJ was $5,872. The county assessed it at $281,300.

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