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$466,902$276 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

8 HOWARD DR

NEWTON, NJ 07860
0
Baths
1,692 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.
0.74 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$467K
$440K low$494K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,922 (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.$250,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$92,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$158,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$250,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$250,500

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
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.
30
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.Ranch
CountySUSSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.74
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(2)

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.

H
Newton High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Long Pond Elementary SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.0 mi
E
Florence M. Burd Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 3.3 mi

District: Newton Town School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07860These 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.98
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 100.82

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.250 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,501
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,329
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

8 Howard 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Sussex County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Newton 07860

What homes are worth in Newton 07860

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

This home
$209K$799K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Newton 07860.

How it measures up in Newton 07860

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newton 07860.

Estimated value$466,902
CheaperTypical $423,330Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$276
CheaperTypical $258Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,692 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,676 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.74 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 8 Howard Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton 07860Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$466,90263% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27662% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,692 ft²51% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.74 ac55% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than198472% of homes67% of homes

About 8 Howard Dr

How much is 8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ is $466,902 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $440,105 to $493,699. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ last sell?

8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ?

8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ has 1,692 square feet of living space and a 0.74-acre lot.

When was 8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ built?

8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ?

8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ is assigned to Newton High School (high), rated C-; Long Pond Elementary School (middle), rated B; Florence M. Burd Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Newton Town School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ compare to other homes in Newton 07860?

Among the 9,174 homes in Newton 07860, it is worth more than 63% of them ($466,902 against a typical $423,330), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($276 against a typical $258), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,692 ft² against a typical 1,676 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.74 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1984 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 59% 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 8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Howard Dr, Newton, NJ was $10,922. The county assessed it at $250,500.

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