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$288,678$175 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $218,000 on Oct 14, 2022

242 RIDGEFIELD ST

ALBANY, NY 12208
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,654 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.
2,400 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1928
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$289K
$272K low$305K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$218,000 · Oct 14, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$236,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$188,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$236,000

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
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.Traditional/Old
CountyAlbany
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.06
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.Porch · 208 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Pine Hills Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Albany High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
North Albany Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi

District: Albany City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12208These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,023
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,351 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,934
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,121
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

242 Ridgefield 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 73% of homes in Albany County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Albany County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Pine Hills
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Albany 12208
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Pine Hills

What homes are worth in Albany 12208

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

This home
$196K$569K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Albany 12208.

How it measures up in Albany 12208

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Albany 12208.

Estimated value$288,678
CheaperTypical $315,497Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,654 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,768 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size2,400 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1928
OlderTypical 1935Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 242 Ridgefield St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePine HillsAlbany 12208Albany County
Estimated valuepricier than$288,67856% of homes30% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17552% of homes22% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,654 ft²24% of homes43% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,400 ft²16% of homes7% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than192878% of homes37% of homes23% of homes

About 242 Ridgefield St

How much is 242 Ridgefield St, Albany, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Ridgefield St, Albany, NY is $288,678 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $272,355 to $305,001. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Ridgefield St, Albany, NY last sell?

242 Ridgefield St, Albany, NY last sold on Oct 14, 2022 for $218,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Ridgefield St, Albany, NY?

242 Ridgefield St, Albany, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,654 square feet of living space and a 0.06-acre lot.

When was 242 Ridgefield St, Albany, NY built?

242 Ridgefield St, Albany, NY was built in 1928, making it 98 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 242 Ridgefield St, Albany, NY?

242 Ridgefield St, Albany, NY is assigned to Pine Hills Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Albany High School (high), rated C-; North Albany Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Albany City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Ridgefield St, Albany, NY compare to other homes in Albany 12208?

Among the 5,894 homes in Albany 12208, it is worth more than 30% of them ($288,678 against a typical $315,497), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($175 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,654 ft² against a typical 1,768 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (2,400 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1928 against a typical 1935). Measured against all of Albany 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.

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