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$397,959$319 / 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 87How 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

261 MIDDLESEX AVE

CHESTER, CT 06412
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,248 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.
2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1935
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.

Valuation

$398K
$348K low$448K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,657 (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.$171,990 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$112,490
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$171,990
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$120,393

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.Colonial
CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVER VALLEY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1989
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.00
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.Steam
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Chester Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.7 mi
H
Valley Regional High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
M
John Winthrop Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.3 mi

District: Regional High School District 04

Neighborhood · ZIP 06412These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,484
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.211 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,420
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,617
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

261 Middlesex Ave 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 83% of homes in Chester 06412
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Chester 06412
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Lower Connecticut River Valley County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Lower Connecticut River Valley County

What homes are worth in Chester 06412

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

This home
$227K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Chester 06412.

How it measures up in Chester 06412

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 06412.

Estimated value$397,959
CheaperTypical $541,200Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$319
CheaperTypical $311Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,778 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size2 ac
SmallerTypical 1.32 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1935
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 261 Middlesex Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChester 06412Lower Connecticut River Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$397,95917% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31956% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²22% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2 ac63% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than193526% of homes15% of homes

About 261 Middlesex Ave

How much is 261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT is $397,959 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $347,758 to $448,160. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT last sell?

261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT?

261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 2.00-acre lot.

When was 261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT built?

261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT was built in 1935, making it 91 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT?

261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT is assigned to Chester Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Valley Regional High School (high), rated B; John Winthrop Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Regional High School District 04. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT compare to other homes in Chester 06412?

Among the 1,415 homes in Chester 06412, it is worth more than 17% of them ($397,959 against a typical $541,200), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($319 against a typical $311), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,778 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (2 ac against a typical 1.32 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1935 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Lower Connecticut River Valley County, it is worth more than 31% 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 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT was $4,657. The county assessed it at $171,990.

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