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$349,033$331 / 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 95How 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 $256,000 on Oct 28, 1997

1539 ROUTE 12

GALES FERRY, CT 06335
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,056 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.
1.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$349K
$332K low$367K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$256,000 · Oct 28, 1997
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.$349,033
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$279,226

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,724 (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.$127,190 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,290
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$81,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$123,410
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$89,033

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.Ranch
CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.11
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

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Ledyard Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi
E
Gales Ferry School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.7 mi
H
Ledyard High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.4 mi

District: Ledyard School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06335These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.54

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.11%
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.6,937
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.543 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,894
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$117,445
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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

1539 Route 12 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 83% of homes in Gales Ferry 06335
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Gales Ferry 06335
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Gales Ferry 06335
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Gales Ferry 06335
  • Older than 85% of homes in Gales Ferry 06335

What homes are worth in Gales Ferry 06335

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

This home
$188K$690K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Gales Ferry 06335.

How it measures up in Gales Ferry 06335

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gales Ferry 06335.

Estimated value$349,033
CheaperTypical $411,089Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$331
CheaperTypical $265Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,442 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size1.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.73 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 1539 Route 12 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGales Ferry 06335Southeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$349,03317% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33183% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²17% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.11 ac78% of homes70% of homes
Year builtnewer than195715% of homes36% of homes

About 1539 Route 12

How much is 1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT is $349,033 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $331,502 to $366,564. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT last sell?

1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT last sold on Oct 28, 1997 for $256,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT?

1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 1.11-acre lot.

When was 1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT built?

1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT?

1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT is assigned to Ledyard Middle School (middle), rated C+; Gales Ferry School (elementary); Ledyard High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Ledyard School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT compare to other homes in Gales Ferry 06335?

Among the 2,593 homes in Gales Ferry 06335, it is worth more than 17% of them ($349,033 against a typical $411,089), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($331 against a typical $265), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,442 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (1.11 ac against a typical 0.73 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1957 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Southeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 30% 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 1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1539 Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT was $4,724. The county assessed it at $127,190.

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