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$1,297,676
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 89How 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 $665,000 on Dec 14, 2016

24 RIVER RD

ESSEX, CT 06426
0
Baths
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.2M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$665,000 · Dec 14, 2016
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.$930,676
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$744,541
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.31%
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.$367,000
GREATER ACCEPTANCE MORTGAGE · recorded Jul 9, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,221 (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.$602,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$158,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$444,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$602,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$421,610

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.45
50
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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.7 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.0.2 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
CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVER VALLEY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Essex Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.4 mi
H
Valley Regional High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
John Winthrop Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Regional High School District 04

Neighborhood · ZIP 06426These 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.62
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
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.3,344
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.470 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,732
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$142,978
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.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

24 River Rd 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 96% of homes in Lower Connecticut River Valley County

What homes are worth in Essex 06426

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

This home
$327K$3.2M

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Essex 06426.

How it measures up in Essex 06426

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Essex 06426.

Estimated value$1,297,676
CheaperTypical $865,386Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

How 24 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEssex 06426Lower Connecticut River Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,297,67679% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac55% of homes57% of homes

About 24 River Rd

How much is 24 River Rd, Essex, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 24 River Rd, Essex, CT is $1,297,676 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,156,562 to $1,438,790. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 24 River Rd, Essex, CT last sell?

24 River Rd, Essex, CT last sold on Dec 14, 2016 for $665,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 24 River Rd, Essex, CT?

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

How does 24 River Rd, Essex, CT compare to other homes in Essex 06426?

Among the 1,545 homes in Essex 06426, it is worth more than 79% of them ($1,297,676 against a typical $865,386) and its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 0.77 ac). Measured against all of Lower Connecticut River Valley County, it is worth more than 96% 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 24 River Rd, Essex, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 24 River Rd, Essex, CT was $11,221. The county assessed it at $602,300.

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