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$493,576$246 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $432,000 on Jul 8, 2024

294 RIDGEWOOD AVE

HAMDEN, CT 06517
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,003 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.
0.21 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

$494K
$399K low$588K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$432,000 · Jul 8, 2024
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$147,976
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$118,381
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.70%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$345,600
ROCKET MORTGAGE · P · recorded Jul 8, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,103 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$310,380 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$94,220
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$216,160
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$194,530
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$217,266

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
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.
39
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.Colonial
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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
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.Deck

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
Spring Glen SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
H
Hamden High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Hamden Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Hamden School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06517These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,534
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,380 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,029
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$119,400
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

294 Ridgewood 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 74% of homes in Hamden 06517
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Hamden 06517
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Hamden 06517
  • Older than 88% of homes in Hamden 06517

What homes are worth in Hamden 06517

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

This home
$163K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Hamden 06517.

How it measures up in Hamden 06517

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hamden 06517.

Estimated value$493,576
CheaperTypical $413,496Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$246
CheaperTypical $276Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,003 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,527 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 294 Ridgewood Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHamden 06517South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$493,57674% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24625% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than2,003 ft²77% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac62% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than192012% of homes16% of homes

About 294 Ridgewood Ave

How much is 294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT is $493,576 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $398,727 to $588,425. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT last sell?

294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT last sold on Jul 8, 2024 for $432,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT?

294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,003 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT built?

294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT?

294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT is assigned to Spring Glen School (elementary), rated A; Hamden High School (high), rated C; Hamden Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Hamden School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT compare to other homes in Hamden 06517?

Among the 4,947 homes in Hamden 06517, it is worth more than 74% of them ($493,576 against a typical $413,496), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($246 against a typical $276), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,003 ft² against a typical 1,527 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1920 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 61% 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 294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 294 Ridgewood Ave, Hamden, CT was $16,103. The county assessed it at $310,380.

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