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$627,615$232 / 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 91How 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 $81,640 on Jul 19, 2001

279 JONES ST

AMSTON, CT 06231
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,700 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.
5.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$628K
$569K low$686K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$81,640 · Jul 19, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,978 (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.$270,760 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$74,060
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$196,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$270,760
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$189,532

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.Cape Cod
CountyCAPITOL
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.2012
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.30
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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)
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
Rham Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.0 mi
H
Rham High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi
E
Gilead Hill School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.8 mi

District: Regional High School District 08

Neighborhood · ZIP 06231These 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.87
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 100.63

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.4,198
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.258 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$144,085
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$166,969
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.56%

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How this home compares

279 Jones 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 87% of homes in Capitol County
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Amston 06231
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Capitol County
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Capitol County

What homes are worth in Amston 06231

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

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$224K$883K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Amston 06231.

How it measures up in Amston 06231

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Amston 06231.

Estimated value$627,615
CheaperTypical $469,275Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$232
CheaperTypical $261Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area2,700 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,814 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size5.3 ac
SmallerTypical 1.42 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 279 Jones St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmston 06231Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$627,61583% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23225% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than2,700 ft²86% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.3 ac89% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than200286% of homes92% of homes

About 279 Jones St

How much is 279 Jones St, Amston, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 279 Jones St, Amston, CT is $627,615 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $569,218 to $686,012. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 279 Jones St, Amston, CT last sell?

279 Jones St, Amston, CT last sold on Jul 19, 2001 for $81,640, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 279 Jones St, Amston, CT?

279 Jones St, Amston, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,700 square feet of living space and a 5.30-acre lot.

When was 279 Jones St, Amston, CT built?

279 Jones St, Amston, CT was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 279 Jones St, Amston, CT?

279 Jones St, Amston, CT is assigned to Rham Middle School (middle), rated B+; Rham High School (high), rated A; Gilead Hill School (elementary). All sit in Regional High School District 08. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 279 Jones St, Amston, CT compare to other homes in Amston 06231?

Among the 1,545 homes in Amston 06231, it is worth more than 83% of them ($627,615 against a typical $469,275), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($232 against a typical $261), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,700 ft² against a typical 1,814 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (5.3 ac against a typical 1.42 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (2002 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 87% 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 279 Jones St, Amston, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Jones St, Amston, CT was $9,978. The county assessed it at $270,760.

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