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$500,857$195 / 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 $275,000 on Jan 6, 2017

281 CAPSTAN AVE

MYSTIC, CT 06355
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,575 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.
0.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$501K
$451K low$551K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Jan 6, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,257 (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.$229,880 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$110,810
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$119,070
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$229,880
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$160,916

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
CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.34
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.DeckGreenhouse

Transaction History(12)

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
Mystic River Magnet SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Robert E. Fitch High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Groton Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Groton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06355These 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.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,797
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.722 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$124,279
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$137,807
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

281 Capstan Ave 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 70% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Mystic 06355
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Mystic 06355

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

This home
$287K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Mystic 06355.

How it measures up in Mystic 06355

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mystic 06355.

Estimated value$500,857
CheaperTypical $571,161Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$195
CheaperTypical $333Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,575 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,725 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 281 Capstan Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMystic 06355Southeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$500,85738% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$195almost no homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than2,575 ft²86% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.34 ac41% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than197152% of homes55% of homes

About 281 Capstan Ave

How much is 281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT is $500,857 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $450,674 to $551,040. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT last sell?

281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT last sold on Jan 6, 2017 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT?

281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,575 square feet of living space and a 0.34-acre lot.

When was 281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT built?

281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT?

281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT is assigned to Mystic River Magnet School (elementary), rated C; Robert E. Fitch High School (high), rated C; Groton Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Groton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT compare to other homes in Mystic 06355?

Among the 5,148 homes in Mystic 06355, it is worth more than 38% of them ($500,857 against a typical $571,161), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($195 against a typical $333), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,575 ft² against a typical 1,725 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.34 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1971 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Southeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 70% 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 281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Capstan Ave, Mystic, CT was $6,257. The county assessed it at $229,880.

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