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$369,620$140 / 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 95How 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
Last sold for $143,000 on May 14, 2020

261 OAK ST

WINSTED, CT 06098
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,646 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$370K
$351K low$388K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$143,000 · May 14, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,156 (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.$211,050 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$186,410
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$211,050
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$147,735

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.41
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.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
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.Colonial
CountyNORTHWEST HILLS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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(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.

M
The Gilbert SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Mary P. Hinsdale SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.7 mi

District: The Gilbert School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06098These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,512
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.188 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,081
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,758
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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 Oak 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 67% of homes in Winsted 06098
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Northwest Hills County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Winsted 06098
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Northwest Hills County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Northwest Hills County

What homes are worth in Winsted 06098

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

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$158K$931K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Winsted 06098.

How it measures up in Winsted 06098

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Winsted 06098.

Estimated value$369,620
CheaperTypical $314,775Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$140
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area2,646 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,527 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 261 Oak St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWinsted 06098Northwest Hills County
Estimated valuepricier than$369,62067% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1408% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than2,646 ft²91% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac33% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than189013% of homes8% of homes

About 261 Oak St

How much is 261 Oak St, Winsted, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Oak St, Winsted, CT is $369,620 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $350,970 to $388,270. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Oak St, Winsted, CT last sell?

261 Oak St, Winsted, CT last sold on May 14, 2020 for $143,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Oak St, Winsted, CT?

261 Oak St, Winsted, CT has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,646 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 261 Oak St, Winsted, CT built?

261 Oak St, Winsted, CT was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 261 Oak St, Winsted, CT?

261 Oak St, Winsted, CT is assigned to The Gilbert School (middle), rated C-; Mary P. Hinsdale School (elementary), rated D. All sit in The Gilbert School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Oak St, Winsted, CT compare to other homes in Winsted 06098?

Among the 3,791 homes in Winsted 06098, it is worth more than 67% of them ($369,620 against a typical $314,775), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($140 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,646 ft² against a typical 1,527 ft²), its lot is bigger than 33% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1890 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Northwest Hills County, it is worth more than 39% 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 Oak St, Winsted, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Oak St, Winsted, CT was $6,156. The county assessed it at $211,050.

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