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$671,605$138 / 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 90How 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

98 HIGH ST

NEWTON, NJ 07860
0
Baths
4,852 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1842
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$672K
$603K low$740K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,589 (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.$602,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$76,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$525,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$585,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$602,400

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.
95
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
CountySUSSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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

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 · 0.4 mi
M
Halsted Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Merriam Avenue Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 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

98 High 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 93% of homes in Newton 07860
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Newton 07860
  • Among the largest homes in Newton 07860
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Newton 07860
  • Among the oldest 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
$198K$783K

This home is worth more than 93% 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$671,605
CheaperTypical $422,614Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$138
CheaperTypical $259Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,852 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,672 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.59 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1842
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 98 High St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewton 07860Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$671,60593% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$138almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than4,852 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac21% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than1842almost no homesalmost no homes

About 98 High St

How much is 98 High St, Newton, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 98 High St, Newton, NJ is $671,605 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $602,947 to $740,263. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 98 High St, Newton, NJ last sell?

98 High St, Newton, NJ last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 98 High St, Newton, NJ?

98 High St, Newton, NJ has 4,852 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 98 High St, Newton, NJ built?

98 High St, Newton, NJ was built in 1842, making it 184 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 98 High St, Newton, NJ?

98 High St, Newton, NJ is assigned to Newton High School (high), rated C-; Halsted Middle School (middle), rated C-; Merriam Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated D+. All sit in Newton Town School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 98 High St, Newton, NJ compare to other homes in Newton 07860?

Among the 9,174 homes in Newton 07860, it is worth more than 93% of them ($671,605 against a typical $422,614), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($138 against a typical $259), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,852 ft² against a typical 1,672 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.59 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1842 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 88% 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 98 High St, Newton, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 98 High St, Newton, NJ was $15,589. The county assessed it at $602,400.

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