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$287,061$220 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $89,000 on Feb 11, 2013

261 CHESTER ST

EAST HARTFORD, CT 06108
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,307 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.
0.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
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

$287K
$265K low$309K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$89,000 · Feb 11, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,208 (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.$135,260 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,360
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$94,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$94,682

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.0.45
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

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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 SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
East Hartford Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
East Hartford High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 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

261 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 less per square foot than 76% of homes in Capitol County
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Mayberry Village
  • Older than 69% of homes in Capitol County

What homes are worth in East Hartford 06108

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

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$91K$474K

This home is worth more than 43% 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$287,061
CheaperTypical $295,531Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$220
CheaperTypical $222Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,307 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,335 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 261 Chester St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMayberry VillageEast Hartford 06108Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$287,06147% of homes43% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22036% of homes48% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,307 ft²54% of homes48% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.45 ac91% of homes88% of homes53% of homes
Year builtnewer than195346% of homes46% of homes31% of homes

About 261 Chester St

How much is 261 Chester St, East Hartford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Chester St, East Hartford, CT is $287,061 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $264,885 to $309,237. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Chester St, East Hartford, CT last sell?

261 Chester St, East Hartford, CT last sold on Feb 11, 2013 for $89,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Chester St, East Hartford, CT?

261 Chester St, East Hartford, CT has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,307 square feet of living space and a 0.45-acre lot.

When was 261 Chester St, East Hartford, CT built?

261 Chester St, East Hartford, CT was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Chester St, East Hartford, CT?

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

How does 261 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 43% of them ($287,061 against a typical $295,531), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($220 against a typical $222), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,307 ft² against a typical 1,335 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.45 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1953 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 261 Chester St, East Hartford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Chester St, East Hartford, CT was $6,208. The county assessed it at $135,260.

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