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$341,267$309 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $325,100 on Nov 17, 2025

242 FARMINGTON AVE

PLAINVILLE, CT 06062
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,104 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
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

$341K
$276K low$406K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$325,100 · Nov 17, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,978 (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.$115,780 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,740
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$75,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$115,780
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$81,046

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.0.22
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(10)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Frank T. Wheeler SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
H
Plainville High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Middle School of PlainvilleB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Plainville School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06062These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.17,194
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,873 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$86,451
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,792
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%

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How this home compares

242 Farmington Ave 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 65% of homes in Capitol County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Capitol County
  • Smaller than 82% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Capitol County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Capitol County

What homes are worth in Plainville 06062

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

This home
$138K$612K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Plainville 06062.

How it measures up in Plainville 06062

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Plainville 06062.

Estimated value$341,267
CheaperTypical $340,021Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$309
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,104 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,270 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 242 Farmington Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePlainville 06062Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$341,26751% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30978% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,104 ft²31% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac44% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than195334% of homes31% of homes

About 242 Farmington Ave

How much is 242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT is $341,267 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $276,376 to $406,158. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT last sell?

242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT last sold on Nov 17, 2025 for $325,100, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT?

242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,104 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT built?

242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT?

242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT is assigned to Frank T. Wheeler School (elementary), rated B-; Plainville High School (high), rated B-; Middle School of Plainville (middle), rated B. All sit in Plainville School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT compare to other homes in Plainville 06062?

Among the 6,376 homes in Plainville 06062, it is worth more than 51% of them ($341,267 against a typical $340,021), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($309 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,104 ft² against a typical 1,270 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1953 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 35% 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 242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 Farmington Ave, Plainville, CT was $3,978. The county assessed it at $115,780.

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