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$450,338$233 / 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 82How 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 $141,252 on Aug 8, 2019

285 WATER ST

CANTERBURY, CT 06331
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,936 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.
90.7 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
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

$450K
$368K low$533K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$141,252 · Aug 8, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,696 (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.$399,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$71,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$327,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$376,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$279,650

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.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyNORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.90.70
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Canterbury Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.6 mi
M
Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.8 mi
H
Parish Hill High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi

District: Canterbury School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06331These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
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.5,156
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.128 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,406
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,033
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

285 Water 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 73% of homes in Canterbury 06331
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County
  • Among the largest lots in Northeastern Connecticut County
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Canterbury 06331

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

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$243K$670K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Canterbury 06331.

How it measures up in Canterbury 06331

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Canterbury 06331.

Estimated value$450,338
CheaperTypical $387,740Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$233
CheaperTypical $252Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,569 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size90.7 ac
SmallerTypical 2.9 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 285 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCanterbury 06331Northeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$450,33873% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23338% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,936 ft²71% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than90.7 ac98% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than201997% of homes98% of homes

About 285 Water St

How much is 285 Water St, Canterbury, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Water St, Canterbury, CT is $450,338 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $367,532 to $533,144. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Water St, Canterbury, CT last sell?

285 Water St, Canterbury, CT last sold on Aug 8, 2019 for $141,252, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Water St, Canterbury, CT?

285 Water St, Canterbury, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,936 square feet of living space and a 90.70-acre lot.

When was 285 Water St, Canterbury, CT built?

285 Water St, Canterbury, CT was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 285 Water St, Canterbury, CT?

285 Water St, Canterbury, CT is assigned to Canterbury Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle School (middle), rated B; Parish Hill High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Canterbury School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 Water St, Canterbury, CT compare to other homes in Canterbury 06331?

Among the 2,026 homes in Canterbury 06331, it is worth more than 73% of them ($450,338 against a typical $387,740), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($233 against a typical $252), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,936 ft² against a typical 1,569 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (90.7 ac against a typical 2.9 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2019 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Northeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 72% 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 285 Water St, Canterbury, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 Water St, Canterbury, CT was $6,696. The county assessed it at $399,500.

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