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$335,872$101 / 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 85How 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 $183,000 on Jan 3, 2013

856 RIDGEWOOD DR

WAUKESHA, WI 53186
4
Beds
2
Baths
3,310 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
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

$336K
$287K low$385K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$183,000 · Jan 3, 2013
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.$114,472
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$91,578
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.60%
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.$146,400
LANDMARK CU · recorded Jan 3, 2013
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.$75,000
LANDMARK CU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,989 (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.$373,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$77,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$296,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$329,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$383,044

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
CountyWAUKESHA
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.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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.Central
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.Yes
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Traffic
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 500 ft²Porch · 565 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
South High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Hadfield Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Horning Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi

District: Waukesha School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 53186These 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.116
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
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.32,219
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,550 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,204
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,939
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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

856 Ridgewood 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 less than 83% of homes in Waukesha County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Waukesha County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Waukesha 53186
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Waukesha County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Waukesha County

What homes are worth in Waukesha 53186

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

This home
$154K$599K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Waukesha 53186.

How it measures up in Waukesha 53186

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waukesha 53186.

Estimated value$335,872
CheaperTypical $328,502Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$101
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area3,310 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,517 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 856 Ridgewood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaukesha 53186Waukesha County
Estimated valuepricier than$335,87253% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$101almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than3,310 ft²98% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac67% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than195850% of homes25% of homes

About 856 Ridgewood Dr

How much is 856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI is $335,872 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $286,857 to $384,887. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI last sell?

856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI last sold on Jan 3, 2013 for $183,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI?

856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,310 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI built?

856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI?

856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI is assigned to South High School (high), rated C+; Hadfield Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Horning Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Waukesha School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI compare to other homes in Waukesha 53186?

Among the 9,334 homes in Waukesha 53186, it is worth more than 53% of them ($335,872 against a typical $328,502), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($101 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,310 ft² against a typical 1,517 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1958 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Waukesha County, it is worth more than 17% 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 856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 856 Ridgewood Dr, Waukesha, WI was $4,989. The county assessed it at $373,200.

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