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$498,862$313 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $234,000 on Jan 16, 2018

983 STATE ROUTE 517

VERNON, NJ 07462
0
Baths
1,596 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.
4.05 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$499K
$473K low$524K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$234,000 · Jan 16, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,790 (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.$417,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$212,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$204,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$417,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$417,500

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
31
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.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
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
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
Vernon Township High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Glen Meadow Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.1 mi
E
Walnut Ridge Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 3.6 mi

District: Vernon Township School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 07462These 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.74
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.93

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,544
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.443 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,911
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,430
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

983 State Route 517 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 90% of homes in Vernon 07462
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Vernon 07462
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Vernon 07462
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Vernon 07462
  • Older than 90% of homes in Vernon 07462

What homes are worth in Vernon 07462

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

This home
$111K$693K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Vernon 07462.

How it measures up in Vernon 07462

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vernon 07462.

Estimated value$498,862
CheaperTypical $273,015Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$313
CheaperTypical $257Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,596 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,198 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size4.05 ac
SmallerTypical 2,570 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 983 State Route 517 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVernon 07462Sussex County
Estimated valuepricier than$498,86290% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31378% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,596 ft²71% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.05 ac98% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than196310% of homes37% of homes

About 983 State Route 517

How much is 983 State Route 517, Vernon, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 983 State Route 517, Vernon, NJ is $498,862 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $473,352 to $524,372. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 983 State Route 517, Vernon, NJ last sell?

983 State Route 517, Vernon, NJ last sold on Jan 16, 2018 for $234,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

When was 983 State Route 517, Vernon, NJ built?

983 State Route 517, Vernon, NJ was built in 1963, making it 63 years old.

What schools serve 983 State Route 517, Vernon, NJ?

983 State Route 517, Vernon, NJ is assigned to Vernon Township High School (high), rated B+; Glen Meadow Middle School (middle), rated B; Walnut Ridge Primary School (elementary). All sit in Vernon Township School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 983 State Route 517, Vernon, NJ compare to other homes in Vernon 07462?

Among the 5,740 homes in Vernon 07462, it is worth more than 90% of them ($498,862 against a typical $273,015), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($313 against a typical $257), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,596 ft² against a typical 1,198 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (4.05 ac against a typical 2,570 ft²) and it is newer than 10% of them (1963 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Sussex County, it is worth more than 66% 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 983 State Route 517, Vernon, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 983 State Route 517, Vernon, NJ was $9,790. The county assessed it at $417,500.

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