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$637,543$286 / 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 96How 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

38 RAILROAD AVE

CHESTER, CT 06412
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,226 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.
1.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1918
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$638K
$611K low$664K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,870 (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.$327,530 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$64,120
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$263,410
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$327,530
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$229,271

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.49 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.94%
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.0.2 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.Colonial
CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVER VALLEY
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.18
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
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(4)

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
Chester Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.1 mi
H
Valley Regional High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
John Winthrop Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Regional High School District 04

Neighborhood · ZIP 06412These 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.84
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 100.57

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.3,484
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.211 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,420
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,617
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

38 Railroad 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 72% of homes in Lower Connecticut River Valley County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Chester 06412
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Lower Connecticut River Valley County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Lower Connecticut River Valley County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Lower Connecticut River Valley County

What homes are worth in Chester 06412

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

This home
$232K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Chester 06412.

How it measures up in Chester 06412

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chester 06412.

Estimated value$637,543
CheaperTypical $537,324Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$286
CheaperTypical $309Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area2,226 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,774 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size1.18 ac
SmallerTypical 1.31 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 38 Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChester 06412Lower Connecticut River Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$637,54368% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28632% of homes49% of homes
Living areabigger than2,226 ft²72% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.18 ac47% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than191819% of homes10% of homes

About 38 Railroad Ave

How much is 38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT is $637,543 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $610,971 to $664,115. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT last sell?

38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT last sold on May 11, 2011, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT?

38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,226 square feet of living space and a 1.18-acre lot.

When was 38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT built?

38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT?

38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT is assigned to Chester Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Valley Regional High School (high), rated B; John Winthrop Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Regional High School District 04. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT compare to other homes in Chester 06412?

Among the 1,415 homes in Chester 06412, it is worth more than 68% of them ($637,543 against a typical $537,324), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($286 against a typical $309), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,226 ft² against a typical 1,774 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (1.18 ac against a typical 1.31 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1918 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Lower Connecticut River Valley 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 38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Railroad Ave, Chester, CT was $8,870. The county assessed it at $327,530.

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