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$917,349$283 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $650,000 on Feb 26, 2021

81 CONGRESS ST

NEWARK, NJ 07105
0
Baths
3,240 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.
3,119 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$917K
$880K low$955K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$650,000 · Feb 26, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,997 (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.$350,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$64,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$285,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$350,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$350,000

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.
1
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.
83
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.

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.0.07
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.

E
Lafayette Street Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi
H
East Side High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Newark City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07105These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.112

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.51,033
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10,565 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,222
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,081
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

81 Congress St 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 92% of homes in Newark 07105
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Newark 07105
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Essex County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Newark 07105

What homes are worth in Newark 07105

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

This home
$257K$1M

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Newark 07105.

How it measures up in Newark 07105

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newark 07105.

Estimated value$917,349
CheaperTypical $610,022Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$283
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area3,240 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,872 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size3,119 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,483 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1908Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 81 Congress St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewark 07105Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$917,34992% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28379% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than3,240 ft²57% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,119 ft²70% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than192866% of homes43% of homes

About 81 Congress St

How much is 81 Congress St, Newark, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 81 Congress St, Newark, NJ is $917,349 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $879,512 to $955,186. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 81 Congress St, Newark, NJ last sell?

81 Congress St, Newark, NJ last sold on Feb 26, 2021 for $650,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 81 Congress St, Newark, NJ?

81 Congress St, Newark, NJ has 3,240 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 81 Congress St, Newark, NJ built?

81 Congress St, Newark, NJ was built in 1928, making it 98 years old.

What schools serve 81 Congress St, Newark, NJ?

81 Congress St, Newark, NJ is assigned to Lafayette Street Elementary School (elementary), rated B; East Side High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Newark City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 81 Congress St, Newark, NJ compare to other homes in Newark 07105?

Among the 5,676 homes in Newark 07105, it is worth more than 92% of them ($917,349 against a typical $610,022), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($283 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 57% of them (3,240 ft² against a typical 2,872 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (3,119 ft² against a typical 2,483 ft²) and it is newer than 66% of them (1928 against a typical 1908). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 73% 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 81 Congress St, Newark, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 81 Congress St, Newark, NJ was $13,997. The county assessed it at $350,000.

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