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$892,428$389 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $820,000 on Dec 18, 2024

278 RIVERGATE DR

WILTON, CT 06897
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,296 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.
6.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1965
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

$892K
$805K low$980K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$820,000 · Dec 18, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,376 (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.$507,010 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$338,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$168,210
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$507,010
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$354,907

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.134 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.45
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
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(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.

M
Middlebrook SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
H
Wilton High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
E
Miller-Driscoll School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.5 mi

District: Wilton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06897These 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.53
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.94

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.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.4%
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.20,748
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.761 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$210,807
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$277,551
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

278 Rivergate Dr 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 Wilton 06897
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Wilton 06897
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Wilton 06897
  • Among the largest lots in Wilton 06897

What homes are worth in Wilton 06897

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

This home
$529K$2.9M

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Wilton 06897.

How it measures up in Wilton 06897

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilton 06897.

Estimated value$892,428
CheaperTypical $1,280,562Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$389
CheaperTypical $471Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area2,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,778 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size6.45 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1965
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 278 Rivergate Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilton 06897Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$892,42816% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38911% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than2,296 ft²33% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.45 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than196541% of homes48% of homes

About 278 Rivergate Dr

How much is 278 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 278 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT is $892,428 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $804,886 to $979,970. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 278 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT last sell?

278 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT last sold on Dec 18, 2024 for $820,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 278 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT?

278 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,296 square feet of living space and a 6.45-acre lot.

When was 278 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT built?

278 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT was built in 1965, making it 61 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 278 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT?

278 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT is assigned to Middlebrook School (middle), rated A+; Wilton High School (high), rated A+; Miller-Driscoll School (elementary). All sit in Wilton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 278 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT compare to other homes in Wilton 06897?

Among the 5,949 homes in Wilton 06897, it is worth more than 16% of them ($892,428 against a typical $1,280,562), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($389 against a typical $471), it is bigger than 33% of them (2,296 ft² against a typical 2,778 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (6.45 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1965 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 57% 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 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 278 Rivergate Dr, Wilton, CT was $12,376. The county assessed it at $507,010.

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