Middlesex County and Old Bridge Township property record for 279 Herbert Ave, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1,104 sqft · built 1955 |
| Lot Size | 0.115 acres (5,001 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $112,000 (Apr 1996) |
| Tax Bill | $6,772 (2025) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 15-26042-0000-00004 |
| Primary APN | 15-26042-0000-00004 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Stories | 1 Story |
|---|---|
| Building Area | 1,104 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,104 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1955 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1955 |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 5,001 sqft (0.115 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 100 ft deep x 50 ft wide |
| Account Number | 16781000 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 279 HERBERT AVE |
| City | OLD BRIDGE |
| State | NJ |
| Zip | 08857-1123 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R7 |
| Legal Description | 50X100 |
| Legal Block | 26042 |
| Legal Lot Number | 4 |
| Jurisdiction | MIDDLESEX NJ |
| Township / Civil Division | OLD BRIDGE |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2027 |
| Census Tract | 7703 |
279 Herbert Ave is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in April 1996.
Source: Middlesex County and Old Bridge Township records, as of June 30, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 279 HERBERT AVE, OLD BRIDGE, NJ 08857-1123 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Apr 16, 1996 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Apr 16, 1996 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 4317 / 521 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Herbert Ave was $6,772, up 1% from the year before.
Source: Middlesex County and Old Bridge Township assessment roll, as of June 30, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New Jersey |
| County | Middlesex County |
| County Subdivision | Old Bridge Township |
| Unified School District | Old Bridge Township School District (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $109,000 (-) Land $44,000 Building $65,000 | $109,000 (-) Land $44,000 Building $65,000 | |
| 2025 | $6,772.00 (+10.02%) | $109,000 Land $44,000 Building $65,000 | $109,000 Land $44,000 Building $65,000 |
| 2024 | $6,155.00 | ||
| 2023 | $109,000 Land $44,000 Building $65,000 | $109,000 Land $44,000 Building $65,000 | |
| 2022 | $5,769.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 279 Herbert Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, within 500 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective December 16, 2021 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone AE, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 2 (1978–2005) |
| Most Recent Claim | Apr 2005 · 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.
Wildfire risk around 279 Herbert Ave is low, with a 0.03% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 64% of the US · above 55% of New Jersey |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.03% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
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 | OLD BRIDGE MUA serves 68,000 people · EPA ID NJ1209002 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from MIDDLESEX WATER COMPANY |
| Last State Inspection | Jun 2024 |
| Lead | 2 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 4 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 352 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Optimum Fiber · Cable | 8,000 / 8,000 |
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 2,300 / 2,300 |
May also be available: T-Mobile.
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