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$953,971$397 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $329,900 on Jul 11, 1986

279 RICHARDS AVE

NORWALK, CT 06850
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,402 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.
0.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$954K
$888K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$329,900 · Jul 11, 1986

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,923 (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.$502,250 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$201,890
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$300,360
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$502,250
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$351,575

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
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.1973
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.70
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Fox Run Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Ponus Ridge Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
McMahon High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Norwalk School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06850These 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.81
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 100.93

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.11%
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.23,602
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,501 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$115,282
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$144,660
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

279 Richards Ave 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 80% of homes in Norwalk 06850
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in West Norwalk
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Norwalk 06850
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Norwalk 06850
  • Older than 94% of homes in West Norwalk

What homes are worth in Norwalk 06850

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

This home
$223K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Norwalk 06850.

How it measures up in Norwalk 06850

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norwalk 06850.

Estimated value$953,971
CheaperTypical $632,982Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$397
CheaperTypical $425Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area2,402 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,480 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.7 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 279 Richards Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest NorwalkNorwalk 06850Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$953,97144% of homes80% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39723% of homes34% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than2,402 ft²54% of homes81% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.7 ac34% of homes70% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than19206% of homes7% of homes8% of homes

About 279 Richards Ave

How much is 279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT is $953,971 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $888,376 to $1,019,566. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT last sell?

279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT last sold on Jul 11, 1986 for $329,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT?

279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,402 square feet of living space and a 0.70-acre lot.

When was 279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT built?

279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT?

279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT is assigned to Fox Run Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Ponus Ridge Middle School (middle), rated C; McMahon High School (high), rated D. All sit in Norwalk School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT compare to other homes in Norwalk 06850?

Among the 6,010 homes in Norwalk 06850, it is worth more than 80% of them ($953,971 against a typical $632,982), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($397 against a typical $425), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,402 ft² against a typical 1,480 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.7 ac against a typical 0.32 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1920 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 60% 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 279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT was $11,923. The county assessed it at $502,250.

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