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$664,860$334 / 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 96How 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 $389,728 on Sep 11, 2012

159 EMPRESS DR

SOUTHINGTON, CT 06489
3
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
1,988 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2012
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

$665K
$635K low$695K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$389,728 · Sep 11, 2012
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.$362,860
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$290,288
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.46%
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.$302,000
GUARANTEED RATE INC · recorded Sep 23, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,164 (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.$275,930 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$93,280
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$182,650
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$275,930
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$193,151

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.54
64
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.30 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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.Colonial
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.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.

E
Plantsville Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
John F. Kennedy Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Southington High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Southington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06489These 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.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,160
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,119 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$118,809
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,230
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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.Owner occupied
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

159 Empress Dr 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 88% of homes in Capitol County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Capitol County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Southington 06489
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Capitol County

What homes are worth in Southington 06489

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

This home
$224K$972K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Southington 06489.

How it measures up in Southington 06489

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Southington 06489.

Estimated value$664,860
CheaperTypical $460,118Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$334
CheaperTypical $284Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,988 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built2012
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 159 Empress Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouthington 06489Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$664,86082% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33482% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,988 ft²66% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac31% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than201293% of homes98% of homes

About 159 Empress Dr

How much is 159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT is $664,860 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $634,991 to $694,729. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT last sell?

159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT last sold on Sep 11, 2012 for $389,728, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT?

159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,988 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT built?

159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT was built in 2012, making it 14 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT?

159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT is assigned to Plantsville Elementary School (elementary), rated B; John F. Kennedy Middle School (middle), rated B+; Southington High School (high), rated B. All sit in Southington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT compare to other homes in Southington 06489?

Among the 12,568 homes in Southington 06489, it is worth more than 82% of them ($664,860 against a typical $460,118), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($334 against a typical $284), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,988 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2012 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 88% 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 159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Empress Dr, Southington, CT was $9,164. The county assessed it at $275,930.

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