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$374,041$175 / 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 93How 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 $219,900 on Nov 19, 2018

278 LAKE ST

VERNON ROCKVILLE, CT 06066
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,133 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.
0.62 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$374K
$349K low$399K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$219,900 · Nov 19, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,431 (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.$205,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,380
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$158,520
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$205,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$144,130

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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.Ranch
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.62
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
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)

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.

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

E
Lake Street SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Vernon Center Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
H
Rockville High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Vernon School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06066These 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.76
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 100.58

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,673
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,653 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,729
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,611
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

278 Lake 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 66% of homes in Vernon Rockville 06066
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Capitol County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Vernon Rockville 06066
  • Older than 81% of homes in Vernon Rockville 06066

What homes are worth in Vernon Rockville 06066

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

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$117K$588K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Vernon Rockville 06066.

How it measures up in Vernon Rockville 06066

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vernon Rockville 06066.

Estimated value$374,041
CheaperTypical $338,155Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area2,133 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,408 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.62 ac
SmallerTypical 0.57 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 278 Lake St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVernon Rockville 06066Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$374,04166% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17514% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than2,133 ft²84% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.62 ac53% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than195019% of homes26% of homes

About 278 Lake St

How much is 278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT is $374,041 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $348,783 to $399,299. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT last sell?

278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT last sold on Nov 19, 2018 for $219,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT?

278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,133 square feet of living space and a 0.62-acre lot.

When was 278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT built?

278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT?

278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT is assigned to Lake Street School (elementary), rated B-; Vernon Center Middle School (middle), rated B-; Rockville High School (high), rated C. All sit in Vernon School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT compare to other homes in Vernon Rockville 06066?

Among the 8,921 homes in Vernon Rockville 06066, it is worth more than 66% of them ($374,041 against a typical $338,155), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($175 against a typical $227), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,133 ft² against a typical 1,408 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.62 ac against a typical 0.57 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1950 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 45% 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 278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Lake St, Vernon Rockville, CT was $7,431. The county assessed it at $205,900.

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