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$474,634$280 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $275,000 on Sep 11, 2017

79 RICHARD AVE

WOLCOTT, CT 06716
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,698 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.
1.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$475K
$454K low$495K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Sep 11, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,599 (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.$297,540 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$227,540
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$220,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$460,470

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.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
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.
39
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.Raised Ranch
CountyNAUGATUCK VALLEY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.29
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, Basement
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(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.

Neighborhood · ZIP 06716These 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.41
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.6%
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.16,429
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.793 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$115,639
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,085
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

79 Richard Ave 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 73% of homes in Wolcott 06716
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Wolcott 06716
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County

What homes are worth in Wolcott 06716

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

This home
$223K$774K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Wolcott 06716.

How it measures up in Wolcott 06716

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wolcott 06716.

Estimated value$474,634
CheaperTypical $389,813Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$280
CheaperTypical $259Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Living area1,698 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,485 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size1.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.51 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 79 Richard Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWolcott 06716Naugatuck Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$474,63473% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28064% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than1,698 ft²63% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.29 ac85% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than198873% of homes79% of homes

About 79 Richard Ave

How much is 79 Richard Ave, Wolcott, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Richard Ave, Wolcott, CT is $474,634 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $453,919 to $495,349. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Richard Ave, Wolcott, CT last sell?

79 Richard Ave, Wolcott, CT last sold on Sep 11, 2017 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 79 Richard Ave, Wolcott, CT?

79 Richard Ave, Wolcott, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,698 square feet of living space and a 1.29-acre lot.

When was 79 Richard Ave, Wolcott, CT built?

79 Richard Ave, Wolcott, CT was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

How does 79 Richard Ave, Wolcott, CT compare to other homes in Wolcott 06716?

Among the 5,817 homes in Wolcott 06716, it is worth more than 73% of them ($474,634 against a typical $389,813), its price per square foot is higher than 64% of them ($280 against a typical $259), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,698 ft² against a typical 1,485 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (1.29 ac against a typical 0.51 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1988 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Naugatuck Valley County, it is worth more than 67% 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 79 Richard Ave, Wolcott, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 79 Richard Ave, Wolcott, CT was $8,599. The county assessed it at $297,540.

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