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$471,513$212 / 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 97How 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

157 ROUTE 87

COLUMBIA, CT 06237
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,224 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.
2.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1945
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$472K
$457K low$486K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,059 (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.$206,990 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,980
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$143,010
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$206,990
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$144,893

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.03
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
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(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.

E
Horace W. Porter SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Bolton High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.0 mi

District: Bolton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06237These 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.82
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 100.63

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.93%
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.4.8%
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.5,044
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.241 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$133,715
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,728
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

157 Route 87 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 more than 66% of homes in Capitol County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Columbia 06237
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Capitol County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Columbia 06237

What homes are worth in Columbia 06237

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

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$287K$818K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Columbia 06237.

How it measures up in Columbia 06237

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Columbia 06237.

Estimated value$471,513
CheaperTypical $445,908Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$212
CheaperTypical $267Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area2,224 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,742 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size2.03 ac
SmallerTypical 1.38 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 157 Route 87 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbia 06237Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$471,51358% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21213% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than2,224 ft²74% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.03 ac67% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than194513% of homes21% of homes

About 157 Route 87

How much is 157 Route 87, Columbia, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 157 Route 87, Columbia, CT is $471,513 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $456,787 to $486,239. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 157 Route 87, Columbia, CT last sell?

157 Route 87, Columbia, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 157 Route 87, Columbia, CT?

157 Route 87, Columbia, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,224 square feet of living space and a 2.03-acre lot.

When was 157 Route 87, Columbia, CT built?

157 Route 87, Columbia, CT was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 157 Route 87, Columbia, CT?

157 Route 87, Columbia, CT is assigned to Horace W. Porter School (elementary), rated B; Bolton High School (high), rated B. All sit in Bolton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 157 Route 87, Columbia, CT compare to other homes in Columbia 06237?

Among the 2,207 homes in Columbia 06237, it is worth more than 58% of them ($471,513 against a typical $445,908), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($212 against a typical $267), it is bigger than 74% of them (2,224 ft² against a typical 1,742 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (2.03 ac against a typical 1.38 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1945 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 66% 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 157 Route 87, Columbia, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 157 Route 87, Columbia, CT was $6,059. The county assessed it at $206,990.

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