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$539,962$240 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

253 NEWTON RD

NORTHFIELD, CT 06778
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,254 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.
6.57 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$540K
$478K low$602K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,605 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$322,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,850
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$256,980
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$322,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$570,206

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.48
42
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyNORTHWEST HILLS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.57
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.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Litchfield Center SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 4.4 mi
M
Plumb Hill Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.9 mi
H
Lakeview High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi

District: Regional School District 20

Neighborhood · ZIP 06778These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.7%
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.759
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.127 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,252
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,952
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

253 Newton 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 73% of homes in Northfield 06778
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Northfield 06778
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Northfield 06778
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Northfield 06778
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Northfield 06778

What homes are worth in Northfield 06778

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

This home
$249K$876K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Northfield 06778.

How it measures up in Northfield 06778

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Northfield 06778.

Estimated value$539,962
CheaperTypical $427,011Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$240
CheaperTypical $275Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,254 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,589 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size6.57 ac
SmallerTypical 1.83 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 253 Newton Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthfield 06778Northwest Hills County
Estimated valuepricier than$539,96273% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24025% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than2,254 ft²79% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.57 ac87% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than198674% of homes72% of homes

About 253 Newton Rd

How much is 253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT is $539,962 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $478,137 to $601,787. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT last sell?

253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT?

253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,254 square feet of living space and a 6.57-acre lot.

When was 253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT built?

253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT?

253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT is assigned to Litchfield Center School (elementary), rated B; Plumb Hill Middle School (middle), rated A-; Lakeview High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Regional School District 20. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT compare to other homes in Northfield 06778?

Among the 494 homes in Northfield 06778, it is worth more than 73% of them ($539,962 against a typical $427,011), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($240 against a typical $275), it is bigger than 79% of them (2,254 ft² against a typical 1,589 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (6.57 ac against a typical 1.83 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1986 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Northwest Hills 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 253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 253 Newton Rd, Northfield, CT was $6,605. The county assessed it at $322,200.

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