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$337,023$256 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

281 ROCKY HILL AVE

NEW BRITAIN, CT 06051
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,318 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1984
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$337K
$308K low$366K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,491 (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.$140,140 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,410
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$107,730
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$140,140
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$98,098

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
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.
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(8)

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
Smith Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
New Britain High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Slade Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi

District: New Britain School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06051These 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.93
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 100.63

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.29,607
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,403 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,291
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$58,988
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

281 Rocky Hill 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 88% of homes in New Britain 06051
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in New Britain 06051
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Capitol County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in New Britain 06051

What homes are worth in New Britain 06051

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

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$88K$402K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in New Britain 06051.

How it measures up in New Britain 06051

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Britain 06051.

Estimated value$337,023
CheaperTypical $279,900Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$256
CheaperTypical $224Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,318 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,620 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1984
OlderTypical 1928Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 281 Rocky Hill Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Britain 06051Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$337,02388% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25676% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than1,318 ft²36% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac14% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than198490% of homes75% of homes

About 281 Rocky Hill Ave

How much is 281 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT is $337,023 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $307,938 to $366,108. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT last sell?

281 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT?

281 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,318 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 281 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT built?

281 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT was built in 1984, making it 42 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT?

281 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT is assigned to Smith Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; New Britain High School (high), rated F; Slade Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in New Britain School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT compare to other homes in New Britain 06051?

Among the 4,801 homes in New Britain 06051, it is worth more than 88% of them ($337,023 against a typical $279,900), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($256 against a typical $224), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,318 ft² against a typical 1,620 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (1984 against a typical 1928). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 33% 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 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Rocky Hill Ave, New Britain, CT was $5,491. The county assessed it at $140,140.

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