Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $247,000 on Apr 4, 1988
21 RICHARDS AVE
STAMFORD, CT 06905
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,262 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
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
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$247,000 · Apr 4, 1988
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.$125,000
FIRST COUNTY BANK · recorded Apr 4, 1988
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,412 (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.$477,080 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$221,280
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$255,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$477,080
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$333,956
Climate Risk
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
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.1955
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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.
MEH
Cloonan SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
Hart SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
Westhill High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
District: Stamford School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 06905These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.95
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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
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.25,946
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,098 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$126,763
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$154,609
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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
21 Richards 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.
- Bigger than 86% of homes in Ridgeway
- Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Western Connecticut County
- Older than 92% of homes in Stamford 06905
How it measures up in Stamford 06905
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Stamford 06905.
Living area2,262 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,836 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 71% of homes nearby
Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger
Bigger than 22% of homes nearby
Year built1927
OlderTypical 1957Newer
Newer than 8% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Ridgeway | Stamford 06905 | Western Connecticut County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,262 ft² | 86% of homes | 71% of homes | 59% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.2 ac | 73% of homes | 22% of homes | 17% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1927 | 16% of homes | 8% of homes | 11% of homes |
About 21 Richards Ave
When did 21 Richards Ave, Stamford, CT last sell?
21 Richards Ave, Stamford, CT last sold on Apr 4, 1988 for $247,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 21 Richards Ave, Stamford, CT?
21 Richards Ave, Stamford, CT has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,262 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.
When was 21 Richards Ave, Stamford, CT built?
21 Richards Ave, Stamford, CT was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 21 Richards Ave, Stamford, CT?
21 Richards Ave, Stamford, CT is assigned to Cloonan School (middle), rated C-; Hart School (elementary), rated C; Westhill High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Stamford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 21 Richards Ave, Stamford, CT compare to other homes in Stamford 06905?
Among the 6,289 homes in Stamford 06905, it is bigger than 71% of them (2,262 ft² against a typical 1,836 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1927 against a typical 1957). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 21 Richards Ave, Stamford, CT?
The 2025 property tax bill for 21 Richards Ave, Stamford, CT was $11,412. The county assessed it at $477,080.
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- Richards Ave # E$538K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,456 ft² · Sold $328K · Apr 2018
- 7 Richards Ave4 bd · 2 ba · 1,900 ft² · Sold $134K · Jan 2018
- 17 Richards Ave2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,220 ft² · Sold Jul 2011
- 11 Richards Ave$854K3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,932 ft² · Sold $560K · Nov 2010
- 14 Richards Ave2 bd · 1 ba · 1,220 ft² · Sold $370K · Dec 2008
- 23 Richards Ave5 bd · 3 ba · 2,734 ft² · Sold $450K · Jun 2002
- 3 Richards Ave$674K2 bd · 1 ba · 1,232 ft² · Sold $295K · Oct 2001
- 2 Richards Ave4 bd · 4 ba · 2,776 ft² · Sold $440K · Dec 2000
- 29 Richards Ave5 bd · 2 ba · 2,243 ft² · Sold $350K · Dec 1999
- 24 Richards Ave$461K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,296 ft² · Sold $156K · May 1998
- 10 Richards Ave$737K3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,504 ft² · Sold $190K · Dec 1996
Closest homes
- 17 Richards Ave52 ft · 2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,220 ft² · Sold Jul 2011
- 23 Richards Ave54 ft · 5 bd · 3 ba · 2,734 ft² · Sold $450K · Jun 2002
- 11 Richards Ave$854K103 ft · 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,932 ft² · Sold $560K · Nov 2010
- 29 Richards Ave108 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 2,243 ft² · Sold $350K · Dec 1999
- 38 Richards Ave$663K149 ft · 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,056 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 14 Randall Ave$938K128 ft · 3 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,908 ft² · Sold $825K · Jun 2024
- 7 Richards Ave153 ft · 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,900 ft² · Sold $134K · Jan 2018
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