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$1,296,372$414 / 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 91How 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 $725,000 on Oct 26, 2005

797 N SALEM RD

RIDGEFIELD, CT 06877
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,132 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.
2.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$725,000 · Oct 26, 2005
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.$1,296,372
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$1,037,098

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,684 (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.$609,140 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$316,960
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$292,180
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$609,140
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$426,398

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
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
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.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.31
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
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(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.

M
Scotts Ridge Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Ridgefield High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Barlow Mountain Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi

District: Ridgefield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06877These 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.75
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 100.87

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.28,200
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.805 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$170,030
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$233,105
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

797 N Salem 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 72% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Ridgefield 06877
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Older than 68% of homes in Ridgefield 06877

What homes are worth in Ridgefield 06877

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

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$405K$2.8M

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Ridgefield 06877.

How it measures up in Ridgefield 06877

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ridgefield 06877.

Estimated value$1,296,372
CheaperTypical $1,080,342Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$414
CheaperTypical $453Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area3,132 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,352 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size2.31 ac
SmallerTypical 1.1 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 797 N Salem Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRidgefield 06877Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,296,37267% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41430% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than3,132 ft²73% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.31 ac86% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than196332% of homes44% of homes

About 797 N Salem Rd

How much is 797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT is $1,296,372 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,182,295 to $1,410,449. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT last sell?

797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT last sold on Oct 26, 2005 for $725,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT?

797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,132 square feet of living space and a 2.31-acre lot.

When was 797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT built?

797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT?

797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT is assigned to Scotts Ridge Middle School (middle), rated A; Ridgefield High School (high), rated A+; Barlow Mountain Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Ridgefield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT compare to other homes in Ridgefield 06877?

Among the 8,677 homes in Ridgefield 06877, it is worth more than 67% of them ($1,296,372 against a typical $1,080,342), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($414 against a typical $453), it is bigger than 73% of them (3,132 ft² against a typical 2,352 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (2.31 ac against a typical 1.1 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1963 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 72% 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 797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 797 N Salem Rd, Ridgefield, CT was $16,684. The county assessed it at $609,140.

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