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$386,532$299 / 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

281 RIDGEFIELD AVE

BRIDGEPORT, CT 06610
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,293 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$387K
$343K low$430K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,364 (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.$146,470 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,710
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$85,760
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$146,470
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$102,529

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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.Cape Cod
CountyGREATER BRIDGEPORT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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
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(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.

E
Hall SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Warren Harding High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Classical Studies AcademyC-
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 2.5 mi

District: Bridgeport School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06610These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,610
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,674 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,867
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,484
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

281 Ridgefield 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 90% of homes in Boston Avenue / Mill Hill
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Boston Avenue / Mill Hill
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Greater Bridgeport County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Boston Avenue / Mill Hill
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Boston Avenue / Mill Hill

What homes are worth in Bridgeport 06610

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

This home
$84K$549K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Bridgeport 06610.

How it measures up in Bridgeport 06610

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bridgeport 06610.

Estimated value$386,532
CheaperTypical $329,084Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$299
CheaperTypical $244Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,293 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,384 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 281 Ridgefield Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBoston Avenue / Mill HillBridgeport 06610Greater Bridgeport County
Estimated valuepricier than$386,53290% of homes70% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29985% of homes78% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,293 ft²38% of homes44% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac80% of homes55% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than195378% of homes73% of homes43% of homes

About 281 Ridgefield Ave

How much is 281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT is $386,532 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $343,273 to $429,791. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT last sell?

281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT?

281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,293 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT built?

281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT?

281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT is assigned to Hall School (elementary), rated C-; Warren Harding High School (high), rated F; Classical Studies Academy (middle), rated C-. All sit in Bridgeport School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT compare to other homes in Bridgeport 06610?

Among the 4,813 homes in Bridgeport 06610, it is worth more than 70% of them ($386,532 against a typical $329,084), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($299 against a typical $244), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,293 ft² against a typical 1,384 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1953 against a typical 1943). Measured against all of Greater Bridgeport County, it is worth more than 22% 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 281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Ridgefield Ave, Bridgeport, CT was $6,364. The county assessed it at $146,470.

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