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$564,255$555 / 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 86How 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 $500,000 on Oct 18, 2024

131 RICHARDS AVE

NORWALK, CT 06854
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,016 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$564K
$485K low$644K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · Oct 18, 2024
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.$564,255
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$451,404

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,329 (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.$308,710 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$165,290
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$143,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$308,710
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$216,097

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
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
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.Hot Water
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

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
Fox Run Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
H
McMahon High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Ponus Ridge Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Norwalk School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06854These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.95

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,225
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,999 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,188
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,350
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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.Absentee owner
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

131 Richards Ave 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 73% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Norwalk 06854
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Norwalk 06854
  • Older than 75% of homes in Western Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Norwalk 06854

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

This home
$219K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Norwalk 06854.

How it measures up in Norwalk 06854

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norwalk 06854.

Estimated value$564,255
CheaperTypical $603,514Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$555
CheaperTypical $437Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,016 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 131 Richards Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorwalk 06854Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$564,25543% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$55581% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,016 ft²19% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac81% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than195134% of homes25% of homes

About 131 Richards Ave

How much is 131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT is $564,255 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $484,684 to $643,826. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT last sell?

131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT last sold on Oct 18, 2024 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT?

131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,016 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT built?

131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT?

131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT is assigned to Fox Run Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; McMahon High School (high), rated D; Ponus Ridge Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Norwalk School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT compare to other homes in Norwalk 06854?

Among the 6,586 homes in Norwalk 06854, it is worth more than 43% of them ($564,255 against a typical $603,514), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($555 against a typical $437), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,016 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1951 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 27% 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 131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 131 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT was $7,329. The county assessed it at $308,710.

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