Residential Income (General/Multi-Family)Residential
Last sold for $470,000 on May 17, 1996
16 CARDINAL CT
RIDGEFIELD, CT 06877
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,588 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.
1.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
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.$470,000 · May 17, 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.$204,550
ABN AMRO MORTGAGE GROUP INC · recorded May 21, 2003
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.$96,495
CITIBANK FSB
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$26,530 (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.$968,590 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$266,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$702,590
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$823,130
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$678,013
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential Income (General/Multi-Family)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.60
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
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(11)
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.
MEH
East Ridge Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
Scotland Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.6 mi
Ridgefield High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
District: Ridgefield School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 06877These 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.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.87
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.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.28,200
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.805 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$170,030
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$233,105
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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.Yes
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
16 Cardinal Ct 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.
- Bigger than 85% of homes in Western Connecticut County
- Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Western Connecticut County
- Newer than 76% of homes in Western Connecticut County
How it measures up in Ridgefield 06877
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ridgefield 06877.
Living area3,588 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,339 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 83% of homes nearby
Lot size1.6 ac
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger
Bigger than 69% of homes nearby
Year built1985
OlderTypical 1970Newer
Newer than 74% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Ridgefield 06877 | Western Connecticut County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 3,588 ft² | 83% of homes | 85% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 1.6 ac | 69% of homes | 77% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1985 | 74% of homes | 76% of homes |
About 16 Cardinal Ct
When did 16 Cardinal Ct, Ridgefield, CT last sell?
16 Cardinal Ct, Ridgefield, CT last sold on May 17, 1996 for $470,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 16 Cardinal Ct, Ridgefield, CT?
16 Cardinal Ct, Ridgefield, CT has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,588 square feet of living space and a 1.60-acre lot.
When was 16 Cardinal Ct, Ridgefield, CT built?
16 Cardinal Ct, Ridgefield, CT was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 16 Cardinal Ct, Ridgefield, CT?
16 Cardinal Ct, Ridgefield, CT is assigned to East Ridge Middle School (middle), rated A; Scotland Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Ridgefield High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Ridgefield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 16 Cardinal Ct, Ridgefield, CT compare to other homes in Ridgefield 06877?
Among the 8,677 homes in Ridgefield 06877, it is bigger than 83% of them (3,588 ft² against a typical 2,339 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (1.6 ac against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1985 against a typical 1970). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 16 Cardinal Ct, Ridgefield, CT?
The 2025 property tax bill for 16 Cardinal Ct, Ridgefield, CT was $26,530. The county assessed it at $968,590.
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