Welcome home to this wonderfully updated and spacious 4 bed/2 full bath raised ranch in the Highland Park section of Manchester. This house is nestled on just over 1 acre of land in a wonderful neighborhood. The kitchen has been fully updated with a new kitchen island and quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, all new light fixtures, and new fabuwood all wood cabinets. The main level features hardwood floors throughout. Off the kitchen you step into a serene covered 3 season deck overlooking the peaceful backyard. In the primary bedroom, you have your own private full bath that's fully updated. Also on this level you have a vaulted ceiling living room with a wonderful brick fireplace and wood workings throughout this room that give this home character. Downstairs you have another finished family room also with a lovely stone fireplace and a bar area. Rounding out the home is an oversized 2 car garage, plenty of storage area in the basement, and a long paved driveway for plenty of parking. Other updates include a new septic tank, new boiler, updated 200 amp electrical, some new windows, and fresh landscaping throughout the property. Come and see this one today!
TO BE SOLD AS IS. Home is in a very nice area of Highland Park section of Manchester. Very quiet street of similar homes. The home is located on the only level lot on the street with 1.11 acres and lightly wooded. With some TLC and upgrades to kitchen and bath, this will be a very fine and comfortable home. Brand new furnace and water pressure tank installed. Front walk being replaced.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,868 (+2.9%)
$57,400 + $140,200
$197,600
2024
$7,643 (+4.0%)
$57,400 + $140,200
$197,600
2023
$7,351 (+3.0%)
$57,400 + $140,200
$197,600
2022
$7,137 (+5.9%)
$57,400 + $140,200
$197,600
2021
$6,738 (+0.1%)
$49,300 + $111,400
$160,700
2020
$6,729 (+0.4%)
$49,300 + $111,400
$160,700
2019
$6,701 (+1.9%)
$49,300 + $111,400
$160,700
2018
$6,574 (+2.9%)
$49,300 + $111,400
$160,700
2017
$6,388 (+2.3%)
$49,300 + $111,400
$160,700
2016
$6,246 (+2.7%)
$60,900 + $96,500
$157,400
2014
$6,084 (+3.2%)
$60,900 + $96,500
$157,400
2011
$5,893
$60,900 + $96,500
$157,400
Tax history for 71 Blue Ridge Dr
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,868 (+2.9%)
$57,400 + $140,200
$197,600
2024
$7,643 (+4.0%)
$57,400 + $140,200
$197,600
2023
$7,351 (+3.0%)
$57,400 + $140,200
$197,600
2022
$7,137 (+5.9%)
$57,400 + $140,200
$197,600
2021
$6,738 (+0.1%)
$49,300 + $111,400
$160,700
2020
$6,729 (+0.4%)
$49,300 + $111,400
$160,700
2019
$6,701 (+1.9%)
$49,300 + $111,400
$160,700
2018
$6,574 (+2.9%)
$49,300 + $111,400
$160,700
2017
$6,388 (+2.3%)
$49,300 + $111,400
$160,700
2016
$6,246 (+2.7%)
$60,900 + $96,500
$157,400
2014
$6,084 (+3.2%)
$60,900 + $96,500
$157,400
2011
$5,893
$60,900 + $96,500
$157,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.11 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,591
Year built
1970
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hartford County
APN
631330
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Feb 24, 2026 • Final
Residential re-siding/ window & door r&r building permit application
Remove and replace windows on the building.
Remodel
Feb 18, 2026 • Final
Residential electrical service change permit application
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Under House Garage, Driveway
Garages Number: 2
Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 10
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 8
Laundry Room Location: Basement
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 2
Cooling System: Window Unit
Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4
Room Information
Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
Has Attic
Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Wood
Lot Information
Lot Description: Lightly Wooded
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: green
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1591
Driveway Type: Paved
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $197,600
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Electric, 40 Gallon Tank
Heat Type: Hot Water
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Garage
Location
School Information
High School: Manchester
Elementary School: Highland Park
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: use GPS
County: Hartford
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,591
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.11 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: Hartford County
APN: 631330
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 10, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Highland Park School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 1.7mi
5/10
Illing Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.9mi
4/10
Manchester High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 93° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Manchester, CT • 06040
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in
June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$494,000 – $598,000
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