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$341,070$220 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $125,000 on Jul 28, 2016

896 CONGRESS AVE

WATERBURY, CT 06708
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,552 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
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

$341K
$327K low$355K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$125,000 · Jul 28, 2016
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.$218,335
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$174,668
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.36%
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.$122,735
CARRINGTON MTG SVCS · recorded Jul 28, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,877 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$152,880 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,080
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$128,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$107,016

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
CountyNAUGATUCK VALLEY
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.1978
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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
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.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
B. W. Tinker Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Kennedy High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
West Side Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Waterbury School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06708These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.32,336
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,073
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,401
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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%

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

896 Congress 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 72% of homes in Town Plot
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Town Plot
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County

What homes are worth in Waterbury 06708

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

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$129K$534K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Waterbury 06708.

How it measures up in Waterbury 06708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterbury 06708.

Estimated value$341,070
CheaperTypical $326,106Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$220
CheaperTypical $244Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,552 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,330 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 896 Congress Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTown PlotWaterbury 06708Naugatuck Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$341,07072% of homes59% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22035% of homes37% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than1,552 ft²74% of homes66% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac64% of homes52% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than195232% of homes38% of homes28% of homes

About 896 Congress Ave

How much is 896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT is $341,070 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $326,850 to $355,290. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT last sell?

896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT last sold on Jul 28, 2016 for $125,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT?

896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,552 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT built?

896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT?

896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT is assigned to B. W. Tinker Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Kennedy High School (high), rated D-; West Side Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Waterbury School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT compare to other homes in Waterbury 06708?

Among the 8,807 homes in Waterbury 06708, it is worth more than 59% of them ($341,070 against a typical $326,106), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($220 against a typical $244), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,552 ft² against a typical 1,330 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1952 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Naugatuck Valley County, it is worth more than 32% 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 896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 896 Congress Ave, Waterbury, CT was $6,877. The county assessed it at $152,880.

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