Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $345,000 on Dec 18, 1995
5 HOWES CT
RIDGEFIELD, CT 06877
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,011 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$345,000 · Dec 18, 1995
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.$156,800
CITIMORTGAGE INC · recorded May 5, 2003
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,593 (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.$386,750 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$185,850
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$200,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$386,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$270,725
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.Colonial
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.2007
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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, Basement
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.
EMH
Ridgebury Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi
Scotts Ridge Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.2 mi
Ridgefield High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 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.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
5 Howes Ct 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.
- Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Ridgefield 06877
- Newer than 84% 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.
Living area2,011 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,349 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 39% of homes nearby
Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 1.09 acBigger
Bigger than 4% of homes nearby
Year built1995
OlderTypical 1970Newer
Newer than 84% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Ridgefield 06877 | Western Connecticut County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,011 ft² | 39% of homes | 51% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.23 ac | 4% of homes | 22% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1995 | 84% of homes | 84% of homes |
About 5 Howes Ct
When did 5 Howes Ct, Ridgefield, CT last sell?
5 Howes Ct, Ridgefield, CT last sold on Dec 18, 1995 for $345,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 5 Howes Ct, Ridgefield, CT?
5 Howes Ct, Ridgefield, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,011 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.
When was 5 Howes Ct, Ridgefield, CT built?
5 Howes Ct, Ridgefield, CT was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 5 Howes Ct, Ridgefield, CT?
5 Howes Ct, Ridgefield, CT is assigned to Ridgebury Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Scotts Ridge Middle School (middle), rated A; Ridgefield High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Ridgefield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 5 Howes Ct, Ridgefield, CT compare to other homes in Ridgefield 06877?
Among the 8,677 homes in Ridgefield 06877, it is bigger than 39% of them (2,011 ft² against a typical 2,349 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 1.09 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (1995 against a typical 1970). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 5 Howes Ct, Ridgefield, CT?
The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Howes Ct, Ridgefield, CT was $10,593. The county assessed it at $386,750.
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