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Last sold for $312,000 on Aug 30, 1996

12 AMHERST RD

RIVERSIDE, CT 06878
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,002 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1962
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$312,000 · Aug 30, 1996
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.$711,000
CARDINAL FINANCIAL COMPANY LP · recorded Oct 16, 2025
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.$417,000
WELLS FARGO BANK NA

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,278 (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.$588,910 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$465,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,990
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$588,910
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$412,237

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.55
70
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.41 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Split Level
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Deck

Transaction History(7)

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
North Mianus SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Eastern Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Greenwich High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Greenwich School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06878These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.97

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,020
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,709 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$233,152
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$352,822
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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.58%

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

12 Amherst Rd 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.

  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Riverside 06878
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Western Connecticut County

How it measures up in Riverside 06878

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Riverside 06878.

Living area2,002 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,801 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 12 Amherst Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiverside 06878Western Connecticut County
Living areabigger than2,002 ft²23% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac25% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than196258% of homes43% of homes

About 12 Amherst Rd

When did 12 Amherst Rd, Riverside, CT last sell?

12 Amherst Rd, Riverside, CT last sold on Aug 30, 1996 for $312,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12 Amherst Rd, Riverside, CT?

12 Amherst Rd, Riverside, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,002 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 12 Amherst Rd, Riverside, CT built?

12 Amherst Rd, Riverside, CT was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12 Amherst Rd, Riverside, CT?

12 Amherst Rd, Riverside, CT is assigned to North Mianus School (elementary), rated A; Eastern Middle School (middle), rated A+; Greenwich High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Greenwich School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 Amherst Rd, Riverside, CT compare to other homes in Riverside 06878?

Among the 2,615 homes in Riverside 06878, it is bigger than 23% of them (2,002 ft² against a typical 2,801 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1962 against a typical 1958). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 12 Amherst Rd, Riverside, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 Amherst Rd, Riverside, CT was $7,278. The county assessed it at $588,910.

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