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$787,255$277 / 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 92How 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 $435,000 on Mar 28, 2007

538 RIDGE RD

ORANGE, CT 06477
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,842 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.
1.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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

$787K
$726K low$849K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$435,000 · Mar 28, 2007
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.$297,255
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$237,804
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.64%
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.$340,000
PEOPLES BANK · recorded Nov 2, 2011
2nd 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.$150,000
SIKORSKY FINANCIAL CREDIT UNION INC

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,166 (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.$383,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$186,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$197,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$383,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$268,590

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.
21
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.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
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
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.01
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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
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
Peck Place SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–6 · 0.7 mi
M
Amity Middle School OrangeA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.7 mi
H
Amity Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.0 mi

District: Regional High School District 05

Neighborhood · ZIP 06477These 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.49
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.13,889
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.806 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$148,135
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$164,526
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.Owner occupied
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

538 Ridge 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 more than 90% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Orange 06477
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Older than 84% of homes in Orange 06477

What homes are worth in Orange 06477

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

This home
$416K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Orange 06477.

How it measures up in Orange 06477

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orange 06477.

Estimated value$787,255
CheaperTypical $657,475Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$277
CheaperTypical $331Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area2,842 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,968 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size1.01 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 538 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrange 06477South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$787,25578% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27716% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than2,842 ft²83% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.01 ac65% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than195016% of homes34% of homes

About 538 Ridge Rd

How much is 538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT is $787,255 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $725,568 to $848,942. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT last sell?

538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT last sold on Mar 28, 2007 for $435,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT?

538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,842 square feet of living space and a 1.01-acre lot.

When was 538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT built?

538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT?

538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT is assigned to Peck Place School (elementary), rated A; Amity Middle School Orange (middle), rated A; Amity Regional High School (high), rated A. All sit in Regional High School District 05. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT compare to other homes in Orange 06477?

Among the 5,028 homes in Orange 06477, it is worth more than 78% of them ($787,255 against a typical $657,475), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($277 against a typical $331), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,842 ft² against a typical 1,968 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (1.01 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1950 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 90% 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 538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Ridge Rd, Orange, CT was $11,166. The county assessed it at $383,700.

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