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$1,127,436$388 / 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 89How 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 $455,000 on Dec 9, 1998

256 WEST LN

RIDGEFIELD, CT 06877
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,904 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.
1.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1841
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$1.1M
$1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$455,000 · Dec 9, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,229 (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.$446,460 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$252,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$194,460
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$446,460
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$312,522

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.Cape Cod
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.17
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(15)

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
Veterans Park Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.5 mi
M
East Ridge Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Ridgefield High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 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

256 West Ln 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 more than 67% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Ridgefield 06877
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Among the oldest homes in Ridgefield 06877

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
$352K$2.8M

This home is worth more than 57% 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$1,127,436
CheaperTypical $1,049,746Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$388
CheaperTypical $445Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Living area2,904 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,342 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size1.17 ac
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1841
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 256 West Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgefield 06877Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,127,43657% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38823% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than2,904 ft²67% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.17 ac55% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than1841almost no homesalmost no homes

About 256 West Ln

How much is 256 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT is $1,127,436 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,007,240 to $1,247,632. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT last sell?

256 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT last sold on Dec 9, 1998 for $455,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT?

256 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,904 square feet of living space and a 1.17-acre lot.

When was 256 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT built?

256 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT was built in 1841, making it 185 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 256 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT?

256 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT is assigned to Veterans Park Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; East Ridge Middle School (middle), 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 256 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT compare to other homes in Ridgefield 06877?

Among the 8,677 homes in Ridgefield 06877, it is worth more than 57% of them ($1,127,436 against a typical $1,049,746), its price per square foot is higher than 23% of them ($388 against a typical $445), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,904 ft² against a typical 2,342 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (1.17 ac against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1841 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 67% 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 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 West Ln, Ridgefield, CT was $12,229. The county assessed it at $446,460.

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