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$277,665$294 / 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 87How 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 $65,000 on Feb 28, 1997

161 RIVER LN

SALEM, NJ 08079
0
Baths
945 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$278K
$242K low$313K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Feb 28, 1997
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.$192,665
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$154,132
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.34%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$60,000
SELLER · recorded Feb 28, 1997
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$25,000
AIRWORK FEDERAL CREDIT UNION

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,574 (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.$183,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$115,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$67,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$183,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$183,600

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.24 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.62%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountySALEM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
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
Elsinboro Township Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Salem High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Salem City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08079These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,815
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.97 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,065
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,876
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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.Owner occupied
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

161 River Ln 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 69% of homes in Salem 08079
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Salem 08079
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Salem County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Salem County

What homes are worth in Salem 08079

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

This home
$73K$502K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Salem 08079.

How it measures up in Salem 08079

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 08079.

Estimated value$277,665
CheaperTypical $212,172Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$294
CheaperTypical $152Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area945 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,472 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 47% of homes nearby

How 161 River Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 08079Salem County
Estimated valuepricier than$277,66569% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$294almost all homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than945 ft²10% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac50% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than194047% of homes31% of homes

About 161 River Ln

How much is 161 River Ln, Salem, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 River Ln, Salem, NJ is $277,665 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $242,356 to $312,974. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 River Ln, Salem, NJ last sell?

161 River Ln, Salem, NJ last sold on Feb 28, 1997 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 161 River Ln, Salem, NJ?

161 River Ln, Salem, NJ has 945 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 161 River Ln, Salem, NJ built?

161 River Ln, Salem, NJ was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 161 River Ln, Salem, NJ?

161 River Ln, Salem, NJ is assigned to Elsinboro Township Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Salem High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Salem City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 River Ln, Salem, NJ compare to other homes in Salem 08079?

Among the 3,227 homes in Salem 08079, it is worth more than 69% of them ($277,665 against a typical $212,172), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($294 against a typical $152), it is bigger than 10% of them (945 ft² against a typical 1,472 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 47% of them (1940 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Salem County, it is worth more than 47% 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 161 River Ln, Salem, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 161 River Ln, Salem, NJ was $5,574. The county assessed it at $183,600.

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