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$413,773$340 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $34,000 on May 15, 2003

28 RIVER RD

WEST CORNWALL, CT 06796
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,217 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$414K
$376K low$451K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$34,000 · May 15, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,168 (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.$198,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$150,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$198,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$138,950

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
22
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Historical
CountyNORTHWEST HILLS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
Cornwall Consolidated SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Housatonic Valley Regional High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Cornwall School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06796These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.64

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.75%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,068
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,128
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,306
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

28 River 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 91% of homes in West Cornwall 06796
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Northwest Hills County
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in West Cornwall 06796
  • Among the smallest lots in West Cornwall 06796
  • Older than 95% of homes in Northwest Hills County

What homes are worth in West Cornwall 06796

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

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$335K$3.1M

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in West Cornwall 06796.

How it measures up in West Cornwall 06796

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Cornwall 06796.

Estimated value$413,773
CheaperTypical $787,193Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$340
CheaperTypical $401Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,217 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,030 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 5.19 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 28 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Cornwall 06796Northwest Hills County
Estimated valuepricier than$413,7739% of homes47% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34028% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,217 ft²17% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 acalmost no homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than186016% of homes5% of homes

About 28 River Rd

How much is 28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT is $413,773 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $376,348 to $451,198. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT last sell?

28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT last sold on May 15, 2003 for $34,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT?

28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,217 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT built?

28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. It is a historical home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT?

28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT is assigned to Cornwall Consolidated School (elementary), rated B; Housatonic Valley Regional High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Cornwall School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT compare to other homes in West Cornwall 06796?

Among the 573 homes in West Cornwall 06796, it is worth more than 9% of them ($413,773 against a typical $787,193), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($340 against a typical $401), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,217 ft² against a typical 2,030 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (0.25 ac against a typical 5.19 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1860 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of Northwest Hills County, it is worth more than 47% 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 28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 28 River Rd, West Cornwall, CT was $3,168. The county assessed it at $198,500.

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