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$388,402$325 / 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 92How 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 $360,000 on Apr 29, 2024

97 RICHARDS AVE

NORWALK, CT 06854
Building report
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,196 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.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$388K
$358K low$418K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$360,000 · Apr 29, 2024
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.$100,402
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$80,322
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.73%
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.$288,000
CROSSCOUNTRY MORTGAGE INC · recorded Apr 29, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,271 (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.$222,050 (2025)
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$222,050
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$222,050
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$155,435

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.151 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
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.1995
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.Baseboard
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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(9)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

H
McMahon High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Fox Run Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.4 mi
M
Ponus Ridge Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Norwalk School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06854These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.32,225
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,999 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,188
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,350
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

97 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.

  • Worth less than 91% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Norwalk 06854
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Norwalk 06854

What homes are worth in Norwalk 06854

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

This home
$219K$2.5M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Norwalk 06854.

How it measures up in Norwalk 06854

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norwalk 06854.

Estimated value$388,402
CheaperTypical $603,766Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$325
CheaperTypical $437Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,196 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 97 Richards Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorwalk 06854Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$388,40218% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32512% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,196 ft²37% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than198886% of homes80% of homes

About 97 Richards Ave

How much is 97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT is $388,402 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $358,371 to $418,433. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT last sell?

97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT last sold on Apr 29, 2024 for $360,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT?

97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 1,196 square feet of living space.

When was 97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT built?

97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT?

97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT is assigned to McMahon High School (high), rated D; Fox Run Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Ponus Ridge Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Norwalk School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT compare to other homes in Norwalk 06854?

Among the 6,586 homes in Norwalk 06854, it is worth more than 18% of them ($388,402 against a typical $603,766), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($325 against a typical $437), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,196 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²) and it is newer than 86% of them (1988 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 9% 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 97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 97 Richards Ave, Norwalk, CT was $5,271. The county assessed it at $222,050.

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