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$572,015$444 / 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 95How 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 $272,000 on Jan 14, 2003

51 RIDGEFIELD TER

SHELTON, CT 06484
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,288 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.
1.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$572K
$545K low$599K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$272,000 · Jan 14, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,773 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$372,190 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$138,390
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$233,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$292,950
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$548,813

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.Raised Ranch
CountyNAUGATUCK VALLEY
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Elizabeth Shelton SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.3 mi
H
Shelton High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Intermediate SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.7 mi

District: Shelton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06484These 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.50
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
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.42,361
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,325 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$115,353
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,621
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

51 Ridgefield Ter 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 81% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Naugatuck Valley County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Shelton 06484
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Shelton 06484

What homes are worth in Shelton 06484

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

This home
$251K$1M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Shelton 06484.

How it measures up in Shelton 06484

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shelton 06484.

Estimated value$572,015
CheaperTypical $551,264Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$444
CheaperTypical $311Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Living area1,288 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,680 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size1.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 51 Ridgefield Ter ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShelton 06484Naugatuck Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$572,01555% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$44494% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,288 ft²25% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.28 ac90% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than197245% of homes56% of homes

About 51 Ridgefield Ter

How much is 51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT is $572,015 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $544,854 to $599,176. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT last sell?

51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT last sold on Jan 14, 2003 for $272,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT?

51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,288 square feet of living space and a 1.28-acre lot.

When was 51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT built?

51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT?

51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT is assigned to Elizabeth Shelton School (elementary), rated B; Shelton High School (high), rated C; Intermediate School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Shelton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT compare to other homes in Shelton 06484?

Among the 14,545 homes in Shelton 06484, it is worth more than 55% of them ($572,015 against a typical $551,264), its price per square foot is higher than 94% of them ($444 against a typical $311), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,288 ft² against a typical 1,680 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (1.28 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1972 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Naugatuck Valley County, it is worth more than 81% 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 51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 51 Ridgefield Ter, Shelton, CT was $5,773. The county assessed it at $372,190.

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