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$500,982$334 / 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 93How 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 $370,000 on Dec 2, 2010

42 AMES RD

AMSTON, CT 06231
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,499 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.
0.55 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$501K
$466K low$536K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$370,000 · Dec 2, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,223 (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.$277,410 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$137,830
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$139,580
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$277,410
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$194,187

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.40
20
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
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.2014
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.55
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.Asphalt
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, Detached
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(2)

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.

H
Rham High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi
M
Rham Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.0 mi
E
Gilead Hill School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 5.2 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

42 Ames Rd 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 Capitol County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Capitol County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Amston 06231
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Amston 06231
  • Newer than 86% 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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$226K$861K

This home is worth more than 60% 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$500,982
CheaperTypical $468,154Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$334
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,499 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,802 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.55 ac
SmallerTypical 1.43 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 42 Ames Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmston 06231Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$500,98260% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33484% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than1,499 ft²35% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.55 ac20% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than199474% of homes86% of homes

About 42 Ames Rd

How much is 42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT is $500,982 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $466,031 to $535,933. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT last sell?

42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT last sold on Dec 2, 2010 for $370,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT?

42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,499 square feet of living space and a 0.55-acre lot.

When was 42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT built?

42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT?

42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT is assigned to Rham High School (high), rated A; Rham Middle School (middle), rated B+; 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 42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT compare to other homes in Amston 06231?

Among the 1,545 homes in Amston 06231, it is worth more than 60% of them ($500,982 against a typical $468,154), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($334 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,499 ft² against a typical 1,802 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.55 ac against a typical 1.43 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1994 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Capitol 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 42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Ames Rd, Amston, CT was $10,223. The county assessed it at $277,410.

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