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$535,673$331 / 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 $289,900 on Aug 11, 2006

256 CASTLE RIDGE DR

NEW CASTLE, CO 81647
3
Beds
3
Baths
1,620 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$536K
$488K low$583K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$289,900 · Aug 11, 2006
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.$535,673
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$428,538

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,514 (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.$31,960 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,630
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,330
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,990
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$511,250

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
CountyGarfield
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Metal Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.BalconyPatio · 40 ft²Porch · 80 ft²

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.

M
Riverside Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.2 mi
E
Elk Creek Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.4 mi
H
Coal Ridge High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi

District: Garfield School District Re-2

Neighborhood · ZIP 81647These 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.65
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.120

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,289
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.23 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,341
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,561
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.23 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.71%

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.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

256 Castle Ridge Dr 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 77% of homes in New Castle 81647
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in New Castle 81647
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in New Castle 81647
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Garfield County

What homes are worth in New Castle 81647

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

This home
$340K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in New Castle 81647.

How it measures up in New Castle 81647

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Castle 81647.

Estimated value$535,673
CheaperTypical $695,254Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$331
CheaperTypical $401Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,620 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,591 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1999Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 256 Castle Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Castle 81647Garfield County
Estimated valuepricier than$535,67323% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33113% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,620 ft²53% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac18% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than200677% of homes83% of homes

About 256 Castle Ridge Dr

How much is 256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO is $535,673 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $488,208 to $583,138. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO last sell?

256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO last sold on Aug 11, 2006 for $289,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO?

256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,620 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO built?

256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO?

256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO is assigned to Riverside Middle School (middle), rated C; Elk Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Coal Ridge High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Garfield School District Re-2. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO compare to other homes in New Castle 81647?

Among the 2,846 homes in New Castle 81647, it is worth more than 23% of them ($535,673 against a typical $695,254), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($331 against a typical $401), it is bigger than 53% of them (1,620 ft² against a typical 1,591 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (2006 against a typical 1999). Measured against all of Garfield County, it is worth more than 29% 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 256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Castle Ridge Dr, New Castle, CO was $2,514. The county assessed it at $31,960.

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