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$485,830$311 / 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 83How 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

257 WATER ST

CANTERBURY, CT 06331
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,562 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.
3.9 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$486K
$404K low$568K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,763 (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.$642,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$51,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$590,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$617,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$449,540

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
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.Duplex Single
CountyNORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.90
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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
Canterbury Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.5 mi
M
Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.6 mi
H
Parish Hill High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi

District: Canterbury School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06331These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
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.5,156
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.128 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,406
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,033
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

257 Water 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 more than 82% of homes in Canterbury 06331
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Canterbury 06331
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Canterbury 06331

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

This home
$231K$660K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Canterbury 06331.

How it measures up in Canterbury 06331

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Canterbury 06331.

Estimated value$485,830
CheaperTypical $387,640Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$311
CheaperTypical $252Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,562 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,569 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size3.9 ac
SmallerTypical 2.9 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

How 257 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCanterbury 06331Northeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$485,83082% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31177% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,562 ft²49% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.9 ac61% of homes78% of homes

About 257 Water St

How much is 257 Water St, Canterbury, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 Water St, Canterbury, CT is $485,830 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $403,930 to $567,730. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 257 Water St, Canterbury, CT last sell?

257 Water St, Canterbury, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 257 Water St, Canterbury, CT?

257 Water St, Canterbury, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,562 square feet of living space and a 3.90-acre lot.

What schools serve 257 Water St, Canterbury, CT?

257 Water St, Canterbury, CT is assigned to Canterbury Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle School (middle), rated B; Parish Hill High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Canterbury School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 257 Water St, Canterbury, CT compare to other homes in Canterbury 06331?

Among the 2,026 homes in Canterbury 06331, it is worth more than 82% of them ($485,830 against a typical $387,640), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($311 against a typical $252), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,562 ft² against a typical 1,569 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 61% of them (3.9 ac against a typical 2.9 ac). Measured against all of Northeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 80% 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 257 Water St, Canterbury, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 257 Water St, Canterbury, CT was $10,763. The county assessed it at $642,200.

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