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$171,169$168 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $69,000 on Jun 15, 1999

259 RIDGE RD

MINERVA, NY 12851
1
Beds
1
Baths
1,018 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.
4.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$171K
$149K low$194K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$69,000 · Jun 15, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,278 (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.$128,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$44,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$84,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$156,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$128,400

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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Cottage
CountyESSEX
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.40
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 332 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Minerva Central SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Minerva Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12851These 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.152
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.107

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.50%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.537
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,259
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,957
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

259 Ridge Rd 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 81% of homes in Minerva 12851
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in Essex County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Essex County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Essex County

What homes are worth in Minerva 12851

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

This home
$112K$637K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Minerva 12851.

How it measures up in Minerva 12851

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Minerva 12851.

Estimated value$171,169
CheaperTypical $234,165Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $171Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,018 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,222 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size4.4 ac
SmallerTypical 1.7 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 259 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMinerva 12851Essex County
Estimated valuepricier than$171,16919% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16850% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than1,018 ft²34% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.4 ac63% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than196045% of homes41% of homes

About 259 Ridge Rd

How much is 259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY is $171,169 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $148,510 to $193,828. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY last sell?

259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY last sold on Jun 15, 1999 for $69,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY?

259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,018 square feet of living space and a 4.40-acre lot.

When was 259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY built?

259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a cottage home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY?

259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY is assigned to Minerva Central School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Minerva Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY compare to other homes in Minerva 12851?

Among the 342 homes in Minerva 12851, it is worth more than 19% of them ($171,169 against a typical $234,165), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($168 against a typical $171), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,018 ft² against a typical 1,222 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (4.4 ac against a typical 1.7 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1960 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Essex County, it is worth more than 45% 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 259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 259 Ridge Rd, Minerva, NY was $2,278. The county assessed it at $128,400.

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