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$333,425$284 / 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 91How 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 $240,000 on Apr 5, 2023

197 BAMFORD AVE

WATERBURY, CT 06708
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,176 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$333K
$303K low$364K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,000 · Apr 5, 2023
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.$128,535
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$102,828
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.61%
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.$204,890
FIRST WORLD MORTGAGE CORPORATION · P · recorded Apr 5, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,839 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$152,040 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,010
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$128,030
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$106,428

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
CountyNAUGATUCK VALLEY
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.1978
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Carrington Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Wilby High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Waterbury School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06708These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,336
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,073
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,401
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

197 Bamford 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 70% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Waterbury 06708
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Waterbury 06708
  • Older than 72% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County

What homes are worth in Waterbury 06708

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

This home
$129K$523K

This home is worth more than 54% of homes in Waterbury 06708.

How it measures up in Waterbury 06708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterbury 06708.

Estimated value$333,425
CheaperTypical $325,457Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$284
CheaperTypical $245Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,176 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,330 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 197 Bamford Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBunker HillWaterbury 06708Naugatuck Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$333,42544% of homes54% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28473% of homes74% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,176 ft²28% of homes31% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac75% of homes78% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than195234% of homes38% of homes28% of homes

About 197 Bamford Ave

How much is 197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT is $333,425 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $303,021 to $363,829. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT last sell?

197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT last sold on Apr 5, 2023 for $240,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT?

197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,176 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT built?

197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT?

197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT is assigned to Carrington Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Wilby High School (high), rated F. All sit in Waterbury School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT compare to other homes in Waterbury 06708?

Among the 8,807 homes in Waterbury 06708, it is worth more than 54% of them ($333,425 against a typical $325,457), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($284 against a typical $245), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,176 ft² against a typical 1,330 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1952 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Naugatuck Valley County, it is worth more than 30% 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 197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 197 Bamford Ave, Waterbury, CT was $6,839. The county assessed it at $152,040.

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