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$307,559$197 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $135,000 on Aug 12, 2021

53 W RIVER RD

BARKHAMSTED, CT 06063
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,559 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.
0.87 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1800
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$308K
$287K low$328K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Aug 12, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,145 (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.$202,790 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$61,310
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$141,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$202,790
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$141,953

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.61
99
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
37
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

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
CountyNORTHWEST HILLS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.87
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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, Detached
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
Barkhamsted Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.5 mi
M
Northwestern Regional Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.8 mi
H
Northwestern Regional High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Regional High School District 07

Neighborhood · ZIP 06063These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
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.3,109
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.85 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$124,132
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,993
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°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.56%

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How this home compares

53 W 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 89% of homes in Barkhamsted 06063
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Barkhamsted 06063
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Barkhamsted 06063
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Barkhamsted 06063
  • Older than 98% of homes in Barkhamsted 06063

What homes are worth in Barkhamsted 06063

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

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$205K$830K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Barkhamsted 06063.

How it measures up in Barkhamsted 06063

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Barkhamsted 06063.

Estimated value$307,559
CheaperTypical $430,704Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $245Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,559 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,840 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.87 ac
SmallerTypical 1.65 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1800
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 53 W River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBarkhamsted 06063Northwest Hills County
Estimated valuepricier than$307,55911% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19712% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,559 ft²34% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.87 ac10% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than18002% of homes2% of homes

About 53 W River Rd

How much is 53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT is $307,559 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $286,986 to $328,132. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT last sell?

53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT last sold on Aug 12, 2021 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT?

53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,559 square feet of living space and a 0.87-acre lot.

When was 53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT built?

53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT was built in 1800, making it 226 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT?

53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT is assigned to Barkhamsted Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Northwestern Regional Middle School (middle), rated B; Northwestern Regional High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Regional High School District 07. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT compare to other homes in Barkhamsted 06063?

Among the 1,382 homes in Barkhamsted 06063, it is worth more than 11% of them ($307,559 against a typical $430,704), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($197 against a typical $245), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,559 ft² against a typical 1,840 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.87 ac against a typical 1.65 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1800 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Northwest Hills County, it is worth more than 24% 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 53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53 W River Rd, Barkhamsted, CT was $5,145. The county assessed it at $202,790.

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