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$283,549$281 / 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 93How 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 $166,500 on Aug 3, 2017

256 CHESTER ST

EAST HARTFORD, CT 06108
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,008 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$284K
$263K low$304K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$166,500 · Aug 3, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,553 (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.$142,760 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,210
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$103,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$99,932

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.Ranch
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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
Franklin H. Mayberry SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
East Hartford Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
East Hartford High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: East Hartford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06108These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.25,210
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,929 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,076
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,573
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

256 Chester St 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 82% of homes in Capitol County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in East Hartford 06108
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Mayberry Village

What homes are worth in East Hartford 06108

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

This home
$87K$455K

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in East Hartford 06108.

How it measures up in East Hartford 06108

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East Hartford 06108.

Estimated value$283,549
CheaperTypical $289,784Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$281
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,340 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 256 Chester St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMayberry VillageEast Hartford 06108Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$283,54946% of homes45% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28180% of homes85% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²17% of homes18% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac85% of homes83% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than195757% of homes51% of homes39% of homes

About 256 Chester St

How much is 256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT is $283,549 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $262,796 to $304,302. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT last sell?

256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT last sold on Aug 3, 2017 for $166,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT?

256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT built?

256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT?

256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT is assigned to Franklin H. Mayberry School (elementary), rated C+; East Hartford Middle School (middle), rated C; East Hartford High School (high), rated D-. All sit in East Hartford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT compare to other homes in East Hartford 06108?

Among the 5,769 homes in East Hartford 06108, it is worth more than 45% of them ($283,549 against a typical $289,784), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($281 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 18% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,340 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1957 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 18% 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 256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 256 Chester St, East Hartford, CT was $6,553. The county assessed it at $142,760.

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