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$986,054$321 / 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 $435,000 on May 7, 2015

72 RIDGEWAY AVE

WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052
0
Baths
3,075 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
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

$986K
$910K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$435,000 · May 7, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$21,723 (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.$826,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$311,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$515,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$826,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$826,900

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.51
36
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
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.
96
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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(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
Roosevelt Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
St. Cloud Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
West Orange High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: West Orange Town School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07052These 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.53
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.49,694
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,963 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$131,893
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$162,947
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

72 Ridgeway 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 more than 88% of homes in West Orange 07052
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in West Orange 07052
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in West Orange 07052
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in West Orange 07052
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in West Orange 07052

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

This home
$347K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in West Orange 07052.

How it measures up in West Orange 07052

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Orange 07052.

Estimated value$986,054
CheaperTypical $705,366Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$321
CheaperTypical $372Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area3,075 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,880 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 72 Ridgeway Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Orange 07052Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$986,05488% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32120% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than3,075 ft²91% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac83% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than196872% of homes81% of homes

About 72 Ridgeway Ave

How much is 72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ is $986,054 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $910,119 to $1,061,989. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ last sell?

72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ last sold on May 7, 2015 for $435,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ?

72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ has 3,075 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ built?

72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ?

72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ is assigned to Roosevelt Middle School (middle), rated B; St. Cloud Elementary School (elementary), rated A; West Orange High School (high), rated B. All sit in West Orange Town School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ compare to other homes in West Orange 07052?

Among the 13,375 homes in West Orange 07052, it is worth more than 88% of them ($986,054 against a typical $705,366), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($321 against a typical $372), it is bigger than 91% of them (3,075 ft² against a typical 1,880 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1968 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 77% 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 72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 72 Ridgeway Ave, West Orange, NJ was $21,723. The county assessed it at $826,900.

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