Somerset County and Watchung Borough property record for 116 Vail Ln, Watchung, NJ 07069
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 4,627 sqft · built 2003 |
| Lot Size | 1.46 acres (63,598 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on Record |
| Last Sale | $1,265,000 (Oct 2021) |
| Tax Bill | $26,793 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2021 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 21-07302-0000-00004 |
| Primary APN | 21-07302-0000-00004 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Stories | 2 Stories |
|---|---|
| Building Area | 4,627 sqft Living Area |
| Year Built | Built 2003 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 2003 |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 63,598 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 3 Parking Spaces |
| Account Number | SBO1 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 116 VAIL LN |
| City | WATCHUNG |
| State | NJ |
| Zip | 07069-6116 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R-R |
| Legal Description | ADDITIONAL LOTS: OID 73 13.E |
| Legal Subdivision | HARRY D VAIL PROP |
| Legal Block | 7302 |
| Legal Lot Number | 4 |
| Jurisdiction | SOMERSET NJ |
| Township / Civil Division | WATCHUNG |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1008 |
| Census Tract | 52300 |
Source: Somerset County and Watchung Borough records, as of July 7, 2026
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| Owner of Record | Individual Name on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 116 VAIL LN, WATCHUNG, NJ 07069-6116 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Oct 29, 2021 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Oct 29, 2021 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Jul 2, 2002 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 202164205 |
| Deed Book / Page | 7396 / 3415 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | SOMERSET NJ |
| Recording Date | Oct 29, 2021 |
| Property Address | 116 VAIL LN, WATCHUNG, NJ 07069-6116 |
| Document Number | 0000064205 |
| Book / Page | 7396 / 3415 |
| Instrument Date | Oct 6, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2021064205 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 9, 2021 |
| Title Company | REPUBLIC NATIONAL TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY, OLD REPUBLIC NATL TTL INS CO |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Tax | $12,781.50 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 571 N EDGEMERE DR, 571, ALLENHURST, NJ 07711-1362 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Joint Tenants with Right of Survivorship |
| Address | 116 VAIL LN, WATCHUNG, NJ 07069-6116 |
Source: Somerset County and Watchung Borough assessment roll, as of July 7, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New Jersey |
| County | Somerset County |
| Municipality | Watchung Borough |
| Elementary School District | Watchung Borough School District (KG - 08) |
| Secondary School District | Watchung Hills Regional School District (09 - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,453,200 (+5.87%) Land $474,600 Building $978,600 | $1,453,200 (+5.87%) Land $474,600 Building $978,600 | |
| 2025 | $26,793.00 (+6.09%) | $1,372,600 (+15.35%) Land $443,500 Building $929,100 | $1,372,600 (+15.35%) Land $443,500 Building $929,100 |
| 2024 | $25,256.00 (+4.72%) | ||
| 2023 | $1,189,900 Land $376,200 Building $813,700 | $1,189,900 Land $376,200 Building $813,700 | |
| 2022 | $24,117.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 3, 2025 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 10 units insured incl. 4 condo units |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 4 (1978–2011) |
| Claims Outside the SFHA | 1 of 4 |
| Most Recent Claim | Aug 2011 · rainfall accumulation |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 94% of the US · lower than 85% of New Jersey |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | NJ AMERICAN WATER - RARITAN private · serves 615,430 people · EPA ID NJ2004002 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Jun 2024 |
| Lead | 1 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 75 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 2,300 / 2,300 |
| Optimum Cable · Fiber in parts of the area | 940 / 35 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Xfinity.
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