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$299,451$287 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $270,000 on Jan 23, 2025

486 ROUTE 2

PRESTON, CT 06365
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,042 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.
1.83 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1954
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

$299K
$269K low$330K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Jan 23, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,487 (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.$99,050 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$31,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$67,130
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$99,050
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$69,335

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.28 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 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.Cape Cod
CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.83
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
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

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.

M
Preston Plains Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Preston Veterans' Memorial SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi
H
Ledyard High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi

District: Preston School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06365These 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.30
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.60

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,841
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.153 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,111
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,885
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

486 Route 2 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 less than 84% of homes in Preston 06365
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Preston 06365
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Preston 06365
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Preston 06365

What homes are worth in Preston 06365

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

This home
$221K$700K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Preston 06365.

How it measures up in Preston 06365

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Preston 06365.

Estimated value$299,451
CheaperTypical $385,525Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$287
CheaperTypical $241Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,042 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,640 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size1.83 ac
SmallerTypical 1.63 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1954
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 486 Route 2 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePreston 06365Southeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$299,45116% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28778% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,042 ft²12% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.83 ac55% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than195422% of homes32% of homes

About 486 Route 2

How much is 486 Route 2, Preston, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 486 Route 2, Preston, CT is $299,451 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $269,021 to $329,881. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 486 Route 2, Preston, CT last sell?

486 Route 2, Preston, CT last sold on Jan 23, 2025 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 486 Route 2, Preston, CT?

486 Route 2, Preston, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,042 square feet of living space and a 1.83-acre lot.

When was 486 Route 2, Preston, CT built?

486 Route 2, Preston, CT was built in 1954, making it 72 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 486 Route 2, Preston, CT?

486 Route 2, Preston, CT is assigned to Preston Plains Middle School (middle), rated C+; Preston Veterans' Memorial School (elementary), rated C+; Ledyard High School (high), rated B. All sit in Preston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 486 Route 2, Preston, CT compare to other homes in Preston 06365?

Among the 1,969 homes in Preston 06365, it is worth more than 16% of them ($299,451 against a typical $385,525), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($287 against a typical $241), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,042 ft² against a typical 1,640 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (1.83 ac against a typical 1.63 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1954 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Southeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 17% 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 486 Route 2, Preston, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 486 Route 2, Preston, CT was $2,487. The county assessed it at $99,050.

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