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$845,310$401 / 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 $475,000 on Jan 29, 2020

253 GEORGE WASHINGTON HWY

RIDGEFIELD, CT 06877
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,107 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.
2.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$845K
$787K low$904K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$475,000 · Jan 29, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,943 (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.$363,020 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$188,650
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$174,370
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$363,020
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$254,114

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.25 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.07
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
Ridgebury Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Ridgefield High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
Scotts Ridge Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 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%

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

253 George Washington Hwy 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 74% of homes in Ridgefield 06877
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Ridgefield 06877
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Western Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Ridgefield 06877

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

This home
$419K$3M

This home is worth more than 26% 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.

Estimated value$845,310
CheaperTypical $1,082,184Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$401
CheaperTypical $452Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,107 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size2.07 ac
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 253 George Washington Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgefield 06877Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$845,31026% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40125% of homes44% of homes
Living areabigger than2,107 ft²42% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.07 ac80% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than198067% of homes69% of homes

About 253 George Washington Hwy

How much is 253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT is $845,310 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $786,609 to $904,011. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT last sell?

253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT last sold on Jan 29, 2020 for $475,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT?

253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,107 square feet of living space and a 2.07-acre lot.

When was 253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT built?

253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT?

253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT is assigned to Ridgebury Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Ridgefield High School (high), rated A+; Scotts Ridge Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Ridgefield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT compare to other homes in Ridgefield 06877?

Among the 8,677 homes in Ridgefield 06877, it is worth more than 26% of them ($845,310 against a typical $1,082,184), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($401 against a typical $452), it is bigger than 42% of them (2,107 ft² against a typical 2,352 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (2.07 ac against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1980 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 53% 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 253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 253 George Washington Hwy, Ridgefield, CT was $9,943. The county assessed it at $363,020.

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