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$616,710$268 / 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 $273,000 on Jul 27, 2015

78 W RIDGE DR

WEST HARTFORD, CT 06117
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,302 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$617K
$565K low$668K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$273,000 · Jul 27, 2015
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.$616,710
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$493,368

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,065 (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.$247,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$88,270
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$158,830
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$247,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$172,970

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.Ranch
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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.Shingle
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
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(2)

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.

H
Hall High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Norfeldt SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
King Philip Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: West Hartford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06117These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.1%
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.17,878
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,725 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$154,405
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$187,620
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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

78 W Ridge Dr 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 85% of homes in Capitol County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in West Hartford 06117
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Capitol County

What homes are worth in West Hartford 06117

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

This home
$370K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in West Hartford 06117.

How it measures up in West Hartford 06117

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Hartford 06117.

Estimated value$616,710
CheaperTypical $610,342Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$268
CheaperTypical $305Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area2,302 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,030 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 78 W Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Hartford 06117Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$616,71051% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26821% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than2,302 ft²62% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac51% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than195754% of homes39% of homes

About 78 W Ridge Dr

How much is 78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT is $616,710 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $565,296 to $668,124. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT last sell?

78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT last sold on Jul 27, 2015 for $273,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT?

78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,302 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT built?

78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT?

78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT is assigned to Hall High School (high), rated A+; Norfeldt School (elementary), rated A+; King Philip Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in West Hartford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT compare to other homes in West Hartford 06117?

Among the 5,168 homes in West Hartford 06117, it is worth more than 51% of them ($616,710 against a typical $610,342), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($268 against a typical $305), it is bigger than 62% of them (2,302 ft² against a typical 2,030 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1957 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 85% 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 78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT was $11,065. The county assessed it at $247,100.

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