Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$589,137$311 / 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 91How 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 $400,000 on May 29, 2012

974 1ST AVE

RARITAN, NJ 08869
0
Baths
1,892 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.
0.27 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.

Valuation

$589K
$536K low$642K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · May 29, 2012
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$589,137
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$471,310

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,990 (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.$328,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$167,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$161,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$328,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$328,400

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
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
CountySOMERSET
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
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.

E
John F. Kennedy Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.9 mi
H
Bridgewater-Raritan Regional High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Bridgewater-Raritan Regional Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08869These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.96

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,217
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,269 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,594
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$140,038
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

974 1st 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 71% of homes in Raritan 08869
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Somerset County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Raritan 08869
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Raritan 08869

What homes are worth in Raritan 08869

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

This home
$354K$883K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Raritan 08869.

How it measures up in Raritan 08869

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Raritan 08869.

Estimated value$589,137
CheaperTypical $537,204Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$311
CheaperTypical $326Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,892 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,634 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 974 1st Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRaritan 08869Somerset County
Estimated valuepricier than$589,13771% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31138% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,892 ft²64% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac77% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than198481% of homes52% of homes

About 974 1st Ave

How much is 974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ is $589,137 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $536,311 to $641,963. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ last sell?

974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ last sold on May 29, 2012 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ?

974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ has 1,892 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ built?

974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ was built in 1984, making it 42 years old.

What schools serve 974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ?

974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ is assigned to John F. Kennedy Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Bridgewater-Raritan Regional High School (high), rated B+; Bridgewater-Raritan Regional Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Bridgewater-Raritan Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ compare to other homes in Raritan 08869?

Among the 1,947 homes in Raritan 08869, it is worth more than 71% of them ($589,137 against a typical $537,204), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($311 against a typical $326), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,892 ft² against a typical 1,634 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (1984 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Somerset County, it is worth more than 40% 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 974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 974 1st Ave, Raritan, NJ was $9,990. The county assessed it at $328,400.

Closest homes

More homes in Raritan 08869

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 974 1st Ave on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map