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Single Family ResidenceResidential
$799,000$698 / 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 96How 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 $895,000 on Jul 13, 2026

79 HIGHLAND AVE

BASKING RIDGE, NJ 07920
0
Baths
1,145 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$799K
$767K low$831K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$895,000 · Jul 13, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,846 (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.$613,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$394,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$219,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$583,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$613,300

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.45
1
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.
68
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.
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountySOMERSET
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
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(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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Cedar Hill Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Ridge High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
William Annin Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Bernards Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07920These 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.20
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.102

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,676
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,109 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$170,540
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$228,687
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%

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

79 Highland 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.

  • Among the highest price per square foot in Basking Ridge 07920
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Somerset County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Basking Ridge 07920

What homes are worth in Basking Ridge 07920

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

This home
$260K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in Basking Ridge 07920.

How it measures up in Basking Ridge 07920

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Basking Ridge 07920.

Estimated value$799,000
CheaperTypical $955,700Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$698
CheaperTypical $424Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,145 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,142 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.33 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 79 Highland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBasking Ridge 07920Somerset County
Estimated valuepricier than$799,00037% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$698almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,145 ft²13% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac51% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than19304% of homes9% of homes

About 79 Highland Ave

How much is 79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ is $799,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $766,831 to $831,169. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ last sell?

79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ last sold on Jul 13, 2026 for $895,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ?

79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ has 1,145 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ built?

79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ?

79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ is assigned to Cedar Hill Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Ridge High School (high), rated B+; William Annin Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Bernards Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ compare to other homes in Basking Ridge 07920?

Among the 9,639 homes in Basking Ridge 07920, it is worth more than 37% of them ($799,000 against a typical $955,700), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($698 against a typical $424), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,145 ft² against a typical 2,142 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.33 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1930 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Somerset County, it is worth more than 63% 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 79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Highland Ave, Basking Ridge, NJ was $9,846. The county assessed it at $613,300.

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