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$301,547$299 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

261 RIVER RD

STERLING, CT 06377
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,010 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.
36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$302K
$284K low$319K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$171,547
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$137,238
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.48%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$130,000
FARM CREDIT SVCS · recorded Apr 2, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,365 (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.$107,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$56,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$107,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$75,250

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.58
96
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
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.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.117 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Rustic
CountyNORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.36.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Sterling Community SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Plainfield High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Plainfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06377These 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.61
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.2,806
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.147 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,164
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,767
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

261 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 Sterling 06377
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Sterling 06377
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Sterling 06377
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Sterling 06377

What homes are worth in Sterling 06377

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

This home
$211K$613K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Sterling 06377.

How it measures up in Sterling 06377

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sterling 06377.

Estimated value$301,547
CheaperTypical $387,033Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$299
CheaperTypical $266Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,010 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size36 ac
SmallerTypical 2.12 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 261 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 06377Northeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$301,54716% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29970% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,010 ft²13% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than36 ac97% of homes98% of homes
Year builtnewer than193017% of homes18% of homes

About 261 River Rd

How much is 261 River Rd, Sterling, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 River Rd, Sterling, CT is $301,547 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $284,087 to $319,007. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 River Rd, Sterling, CT last sell?

261 River Rd, Sterling, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 River Rd, Sterling, CT?

261 River Rd, Sterling, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,010 square feet of living space and a 36.00-acre lot.

When was 261 River Rd, Sterling, CT built?

261 River Rd, Sterling, CT was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 River Rd, Sterling, CT?

261 River Rd, Sterling, CT is assigned to Sterling Community School (elementary), rated C-; Plainfield High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Plainfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 River Rd, Sterling, CT compare to other homes in Sterling 06377?

Among the 1,196 homes in Sterling 06377, it is worth more than 16% of them ($301,547 against a typical $387,033), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($299 against a typical $266), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,010 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (36 ac against a typical 2.12 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1930 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Northeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 16% 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 River Rd, Sterling, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 River Rd, Sterling, CT was $2,365. The county assessed it at $107,500.

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