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$323,306$204 / 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 93How 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 $247,000 on Aug 31, 2021

131 RICHARDS ST

WEST HAVEN, CT 06516
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,587 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$323K
$301K low$346K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$247,000 · Aug 31, 2021
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.$80,780
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$64,624
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.72%
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.$242,526
CARRINGTON MORTGAGE SERVICES LLC · recorded Aug 31, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,487 (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.$187,880 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,070
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$138,810
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$119,770
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$131,516

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.Conventional
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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
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(12)

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
Washington Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.9 mi
H
West Haven High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Harry M. Bailey Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.3 mi

District: West Haven School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06516These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.54,120
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,531 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,035
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,709
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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.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

131 Richards St 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 81% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in West Haven 06516
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Older than 91% of homes in West Haven 06516

What homes are worth in West Haven 06516

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

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$132K$596K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in West Haven 06516.

How it measures up in West Haven 06516

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Haven 06516.

Estimated value$323,306
CheaperTypical $367,934Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $288Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,587 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,286 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 131 Richards St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Haven CenterWest Haven 06516South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$323,30649% of homes30% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20415% of homes11% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,587 ft²63% of homes73% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac36% of homes26% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than191020% of homes9% of homes11% of homes

About 131 Richards St

How much is 131 Richards St, West Haven, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 131 Richards St, West Haven, CT is $323,306 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $301,061 to $345,551. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 131 Richards St, West Haven, CT last sell?

131 Richards St, West Haven, CT last sold on Aug 31, 2021 for $247,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 131 Richards St, West Haven, CT?

131 Richards St, West Haven, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,587 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 131 Richards St, West Haven, CT built?

131 Richards St, West Haven, CT was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 131 Richards St, West Haven, CT?

131 Richards St, West Haven, CT is assigned to Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; West Haven High School (high), rated D+; Harry M. Bailey Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in West Haven School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 131 Richards St, West Haven, CT compare to other homes in West Haven 06516?

Among the 14,661 homes in West Haven 06516, it is worth more than 30% of them ($323,306 against a typical $367,934), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($204 against a typical $288), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,587 ft² against a typical 1,286 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1910 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 19% 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 St, West Haven, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 131 Richards St, West Haven, CT was $6,487. The county assessed it at $187,880.

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