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$1,104,281$338 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $605,000 on Sep 1, 2016

71 MELROSE DR

CHESTER, NJ 07930
0
Baths
3,266 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.
2.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$605,000 · Sep 1, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,560 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$638,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$281,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$356,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$638,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$638,400

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyMORRIS
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Black River Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Dickerson Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.0 mi
H
West Morris Mendham High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 mi

District: Chester Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07930These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.93

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,300
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.341 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$180,876
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$224,662
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

71 Melrose 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 84% of homes in Morris County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Morris County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Morris County
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Morris County

What homes are worth in Chester 07930

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

This home
$432K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Chester 07930.

How it measures up in Chester 07930

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 07930.

Estimated value$1,104,281
CheaperTypical $945,864Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$338
CheaperTypical $334Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area3,266 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,939 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size2.06 ac
SmallerTypical 2.02 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 63% of homes nearby

How 71 Melrose Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChester 07930Morris County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,104,28163% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33852% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than3,266 ft²58% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.06 ac53% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than198763% of homes74% of homes

About 71 Melrose Dr

How much is 71 Melrose Dr, Chester, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 71 Melrose Dr, Chester, NJ is $1,104,281 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,017,855 to $1,190,707. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 71 Melrose Dr, Chester, NJ last sell?

71 Melrose Dr, Chester, NJ last sold on Sep 1, 2016 for $605,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 71 Melrose Dr, Chester, NJ built?

71 Melrose Dr, Chester, NJ was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 71 Melrose Dr, Chester, NJ?

71 Melrose Dr, Chester, NJ is assigned to Black River Middle School (middle), rated B+; Dickerson Elementary School (elementary); West Morris Mendham High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Chester Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 71 Melrose Dr, Chester, NJ compare to other homes in Chester 07930?

Among the 2,788 homes in Chester 07930, it is worth more than 63% of them ($1,104,281 against a typical $945,864), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($338 against a typical $334), it is bigger than 58% of them (3,266 ft² against a typical 2,939 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (2.06 ac against a typical 2.02 ac) and it is newer than 63% of them (1987 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Morris County, it is worth more than 84% 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 71 Melrose Dr, Chester, NJ?

The 2024 property tax bill for 71 Melrose Dr, Chester, NJ was $16,560. The county assessed it at $638,400.

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