Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $85,000 on Jul 16, 2009
252 ROUTE 87
COLUMBIA, CT 06237
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,319 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.
0.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Jul 16, 2009
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.$87,650
ZWI KOHORN · recorded Jul 16, 2009
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,020 (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.$137,340 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$37,730
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$99,610
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$137,340
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$96,138
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.0.75
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.Baseboard
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Transaction History(3)
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.
EH
Horace W. Porter SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.7 mi
Bolton High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 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%
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
252 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.
- Smaller than 73% of homes in Columbia 06237
- Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Columbia 06237
- Older than 92% 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.
Living area1,319 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,733 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 27% of homes nearby
Lot size0.75 ac
SmallerTypical 1.38 acBigger
Bigger than 20% of homes nearby
Year built1929
OlderTypical 1979Newer
Newer than 8% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Columbia 06237 | Capitol County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,319 ft² | 27% of homes | 35% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.75 ac | 20% of homes | 70% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1929 | 8% of homes | 14% of homes |
About 252 Route 87
When did 252 Route 87, Columbia, CT last sell?
252 Route 87, Columbia, CT last sold on Jul 16, 2009 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 252 Route 87, Columbia, CT?
252 Route 87, Columbia, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,319 square feet of living space and a 0.75-acre lot.
When was 252 Route 87, Columbia, CT built?
252 Route 87, Columbia, CT was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 252 Route 87, Columbia, CT?
252 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 252 Route 87, Columbia, CT compare to other homes in Columbia 06237?
Among the 2,207 homes in Columbia 06237, it is bigger than 27% of them (1,319 ft² against a typical 1,733 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.75 ac against a typical 1.38 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1929 against a typical 1979). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 252 Route 87, Columbia, CT?
The 2025 property tax bill for 252 Route 87, Columbia, CT was $4,020. The county assessed it at $137,340.
Closest homes
- 256 Route 87$663K149 ft · 7 bd · 3 ba · 5,693 ft² · Sold $285K · Oct 2019
- 250 Route 87146 ft · 1 ac · Sold $280K · Nov 2019
- 258 Route 87$380K280 ft · 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,357 ft² · Sold $315K · Jun 2023
- 260 Route 87$358K332 ft · 2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,423 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 246 Route 87$523K270 ft · 3 bd · 3 ba · 2,285 ft² · Sold $185K · Jul 1994
- 253 Route 87$424K341 ft · 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 2,043 ft² · Sold $340K · Aug 2023
- 262 Route 87457 ft · 3 bd · 3.5 ba · 1,914 ft² · Sold $240K · Jun 2010
- 245 Route 87$360K0.1 mi · 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,475 ft² · Sold $172K · Dec 2014
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- 41 Oakwood Ln$529K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,632 ft² · Sold $500K · Jul 2026
- 127 Lake Rd$371K2 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,120 ft² · Sold $370K · Jun 2026
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