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$139,015$92 / 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 86How 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 $15,100 on May 25, 2018

653 RUTHERFORD AVE

TRENTON, NJ 08618
0
Baths
1,510 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.
2,252 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1918
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$139K
$120K low$158K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$15,100 · May 25, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,251 (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.$55,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$48,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$55,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$55,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMERCER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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

Transaction History(4)

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(3)

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

M
Arthur J. Holland Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Joseph Stokes Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 0.8 mi
H
Trenton Central High SchoolF
High · Grades 10–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Trenton City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08618These 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.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,941
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,507 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,786
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,228
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

653 Rutherford 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 96% of homes in Mercer County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Mercer County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Mercer County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Mercer County

What homes are worth in Trenton 08618

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

This home
$107K$524K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Trenton 08618.

How it measures up in Trenton 08618

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Trenton 08618.

Estimated value$139,015
CheaperTypical $253,267Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$92
CheaperTypical $167Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,510 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,496 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size2,252 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,746 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 653 Rutherford Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTrenton 08618Mercer County
Estimated valuepricier than$139,01514% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$929% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,510 ft²52% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,252 ft²33% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than191834% of homes15% of homes

About 653 Rutherford Ave

How much is 653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ is $139,015 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $119,936 to $158,094. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ last sell?

653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ last sold on May 25, 2018 for $15,100, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ?

653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ has 1,510 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ built?

653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ?

653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ is assigned to Arthur J. Holland Middle School (middle), rated D-; Joseph Stokes Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Trenton Central High School (high), rated F. All sit in Trenton City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ compare to other homes in Trenton 08618?

Among the 9,326 homes in Trenton 08618, it is worth more than 14% of them ($139,015 against a typical $253,267), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($92 against a typical $167), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,510 ft² against a typical 1,496 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (2,252 ft² against a typical 3,746 ft²) and it is newer than 34% of them (1918 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of Mercer County, it is worth more than 4% 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 653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 653 Rutherford Ave, Trenton, NJ was $3,251. The county assessed it at $55,200.

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