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$293,372$256 / 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 94How 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

256 RIVER RD

WILLINGTON, CT 06279
3
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
1,144 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.
6.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$293K
$276K low$310K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,310 (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.$163,890 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$35,410
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$128,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$163,890
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$315,969

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.Raised Ranch
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.18
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
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
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(5)

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.

M
Hall Memorial SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.2 mi
E
Center SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.0 mi
H
E. O. Smith High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi

District: Willington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06279These 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.91
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 100.58

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.11%
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.5,752
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.170 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,240
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,250
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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%

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How this home compares

256 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 less than 84% of homes in Willington 06279
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Willington 06279
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Capitol County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Capitol County

What homes are worth in Willington 06279

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

This home
$174K$709K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Willington 06279.

How it measures up in Willington 06279

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Willington 06279.

Estimated value$293,372
CheaperTypical $370,216Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$256
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,144 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,616 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size6.18 ac
SmallerTypical 2.16 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 256 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWillington 06279Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$293,37216% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25667% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,144 ft²23% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.18 ac83% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than197958% of homes70% of homes

About 256 River Rd

How much is 256 River Rd, Willington, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 River Rd, Willington, CT is $293,372 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $276,317 to $310,427. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 River Rd, Willington, CT last sell?

256 River Rd, Willington, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 River Rd, Willington, CT?

256 River Rd, Willington, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,144 square feet of living space and a 6.18-acre lot.

When was 256 River Rd, Willington, CT built?

256 River Rd, Willington, CT was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 River Rd, Willington, CT?

256 River Rd, Willington, CT is assigned to Hall Memorial School (middle), rated C+; Center School (elementary), rated C-; E. O. Smith High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Willington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 River Rd, Willington, CT compare to other homes in Willington 06279?

Among the 1,907 homes in Willington 06279, it is worth more than 16% of them ($293,372 against a typical $370,216), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($256 against a typical $235), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,144 ft² against a typical 1,616 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (6.18 ac against a typical 2.16 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1979 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 20% 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 River Rd, Willington, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 256 River Rd, Willington, CT was $4,310. The county assessed it at $163,890.

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