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Last sold for $488,000 on Oct 6, 2017

17 N SALEM RD

RIDGEFIELD, CT 06877
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,674 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.
0.47 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$488,000 · Oct 6, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,767 (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.$466,130 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$238,210
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$227,920
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$393,470
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$326,291

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
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.
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.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.1979
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.47
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
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.

M
East Ridge Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Scotland Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.2 mi
H
Ridgefield High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 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%

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How this home compares

17 N Salem 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 72% of homes in Ridgefield 06877
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Ridgefield 06877
  • Older than 98% of homes in Ridgefield 06877

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 area1,674 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,348 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.47 ac
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 17 N Salem Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgefield 06877Western Connecticut County
Living areabigger than1,674 ft²28% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.47 ac12% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than18902% of homes3% of homes

About 17 N Salem Rd

When did 17 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT last sell?

17 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT last sold on Oct 6, 2017 for $488,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT?

17 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,674 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 17 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT built?

17 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT?

17 N Salem Rd, 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 17 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT compare to other homes in Ridgefield 06877?

Among the 8,677 homes in Ridgefield 06877, it is bigger than 28% of them (1,674 ft² against a typical 2,348 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.47 ac against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1890 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 17 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT was $12,767. The county assessed it at $466,130.

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