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$464,446$304 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $22,000 on Oct 6, 1976

12 SCHOOL LN

CHESTER, CT 06412
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,526 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1898
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$464K
$410K low$519K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$22,000 · Oct 6, 1976

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,527 (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.$241,010 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$95,760
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$145,250
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$241,010
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,707

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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.73%
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVER 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.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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(7)

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.

E
Chester Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.7 mi
H
Valley Regional High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
John Winthrop Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.8 mi

District: Regional High School District 04

Neighborhood · ZIP 06412These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,484
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.211 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,420
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,617
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.56%

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How this home compares

12 School Ln 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 68% of homes in Chester 06412
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Chester 06412
  • Older than 94% of homes in Lower Connecticut River Valley County

What homes are worth in Chester 06412

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

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$222K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Chester 06412.

How it measures up in Chester 06412

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 06412.

Estimated value$464,446
CheaperTypical $537,976Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$304
CheaperTypical $310Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,526 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,774 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 1.3 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1898
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 12 School Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChester 06412Lower Connecticut River Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$464,44632% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30445% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,526 ft²37% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac11% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than189811% of homes6% of homes

About 12 School Ln

How much is 12 School Ln, Chester, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12 School Ln, Chester, CT is $464,446 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $409,973 to $518,919. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12 School Ln, Chester, CT last sell?

12 School Ln, Chester, CT last sold on Oct 6, 1976 for $22,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12 School Ln, Chester, CT?

12 School Ln, Chester, CT has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,526 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 12 School Ln, Chester, CT built?

12 School Ln, Chester, CT was built in 1898, making it 128 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12 School Ln, Chester, CT?

12 School Ln, Chester, CT is assigned to Chester Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Valley Regional High School (high), rated B; John Winthrop Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Regional High School District 04. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12 School Ln, Chester, CT compare to other homes in Chester 06412?

Among the 1,415 homes in Chester 06412, it is worth more than 32% of them ($464,446 against a typical $537,976), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($304 against a typical $310), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,526 ft² against a typical 1,774 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 1.3 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1898 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Lower Connecticut River Valley County, it is worth more than 45% 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 12 School Ln, Chester, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12 School Ln, Chester, CT was $6,527. The county assessed it at $241,010.

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