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$749,462$299 / 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 88How 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 $460,000 on Jan 22, 2021

79 W RIDGE DR

WEST HARTFORD, CT 06117
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,507 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.
0.65 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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

$749K
$663K low$836K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$460,000 · Jan 22, 2021
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.$749,462
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$599,570

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,504 (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.$323,890 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$95,340
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$228,550
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$323,890
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$226,723

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
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.1982
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.65
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
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 · 0.3 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

79 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 92% of homes in Capitol County
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Capitol County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in West Hartford 06117
  • Older than 65% 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.

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$370K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 69% 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$749,462
CheaperTypical $610,342Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$299
CheaperTypical $305Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area2,507 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,030 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.65 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 79 W Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Hartford 06117Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$749,46269% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29944% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than2,507 ft²69% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.65 ac78% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than195541% of homes35% of homes

About 79 W Ridge Dr

How much is 79 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT is $749,462 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $663,226 to $835,698. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT last sell?

79 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT last sold on Jan 22, 2021 for $460,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 79 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT?

79 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,507 square feet of living space and a 0.65-acre lot.

When was 79 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT built?

79 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 79 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT?

79 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 79 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 69% of them ($749,462 against a typical $610,342), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($299 against a typical $305), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,507 ft² against a typical 2,030 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.65 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1955 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 92% 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 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 W Ridge Dr, West Hartford, CT was $14,504. The county assessed it at $323,890.

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