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$593,359$319 / 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 94How 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 $285,000 on Oct 31, 2017

255 ROUTE 539

CREAM RIDGE, NJ 08514
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,860 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.
3.04 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$593K
$560K low$626K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,000 · Oct 31, 2017
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.$323,359
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$258,687
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.49%
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.$270,000
VALLEY BANK · recorded Feb 7, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,473 (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.$551,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$315,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$236,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$512,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$551,700

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.11
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
21
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyMONMOUTH
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 720 ft²

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
Newell Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 4.6 mi
H
Allentown High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi
M
Stonebridge Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 5.7 mi

District: Upper Freehold Regional School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 08514These 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.37
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.83

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
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.4,736
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.178 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$155,806
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$185,819
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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.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

255 Route 539 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 less than 71% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Cream Ridge 08514
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Monmouth County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Cream Ridge 08514

What homes are worth in Cream Ridge 08514

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

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$289K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 35% of homes in Cream Ridge 08514.

How it measures up in Cream Ridge 08514

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cream Ridge 08514.

Estimated value$593,359
CheaperTypical $699,079Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$319
CheaperTypical $306Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,860 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size3.04 ac
SmallerTypical 1.28 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 255 Route 539 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCream Ridge 08514Monmouth County
Estimated valuepricier than$593,35935% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31960% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,860 ft²34% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.04 ac84% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than197331% of homes50% of homes

About 255 Route 539

How much is 255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ is $593,359 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $560,465 to $626,253. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ last sell?

255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ last sold on Oct 31, 2017 for $285,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ?

255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 1,860 square feet of living space.

When was 255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ built?

255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ?

255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ is assigned to Newell Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Allentown High School (high), rated C-; Stonebridge Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Upper Freehold Regional School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ compare to other homes in Cream Ridge 08514?

Among the 1,282 homes in Cream Ridge 08514, it is worth more than 35% of them ($593,359 against a typical $699,079), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($319 against a typical $306), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,860 ft² against a typical 2,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (3.04 ac against a typical 1.28 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1973 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Monmouth County, it is worth more than 29% 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 255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ?

The 2025 property tax bill for 255 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ was $9,473. The county assessed it at $551,700.

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