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$365,806$289 / 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 96How 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

496 LIGHT ST

STRATFORD, CT 06614
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,264 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
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

$366K
$350K low$382K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,020 (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.$124,880 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$64,820
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$60,060
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$124,880
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$87,416

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.47
40
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.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.39 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyGREATER BRIDGEPORT
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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.Yes
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(3)

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
Nichols Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi
H
Stratford High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
David Wooster Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Stratford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06614These 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.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
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.39,371
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,426 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,518
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$138,648
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

496 Light St 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 88% of homes in Stratford 06614
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Greater Bridgeport County
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Greater Bridgeport County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Stratford 06614
  • Older than 92% of homes in Stratford 06614

What homes are worth in Stratford 06614

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

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$182K$821K

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Stratford 06614.

How it measures up in Stratford 06614

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Stratford 06614.

Estimated value$365,806
CheaperTypical $478,926Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$289
CheaperTypical $313Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area1,264 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,444 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1923
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 496 Light St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStratford 06614Greater Bridgeport County
Estimated valuepricier than$365,80612% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28934% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,264 ft²25% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac18% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than19238% of homes16% of homes

About 496 Light St

How much is 496 Light St, Stratford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 496 Light St, Stratford, CT is $365,806 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $349,828 to $381,784. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 496 Light St, Stratford, CT last sell?

496 Light St, Stratford, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 496 Light St, Stratford, CT?

496 Light St, Stratford, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,264 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 496 Light St, Stratford, CT built?

496 Light St, Stratford, CT was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 496 Light St, Stratford, CT?

496 Light St, Stratford, CT is assigned to Nichols Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Stratford High School (high), rated C; David Wooster Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Stratford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 496 Light St, Stratford, CT compare to other homes in Stratford 06614?

Among the 12,172 homes in Stratford 06614, it is worth more than 12% of them ($365,806 against a typical $478,926), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($289 against a typical $313), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,264 ft² against a typical 1,444 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1923 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Greater Bridgeport County, it is worth more than 18% 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 496 Light St, Stratford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 496 Light St, Stratford, CT was $5,020. The county assessed it at $124,880.

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