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$241,836$221 / 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 94How 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

486 STERLING RD

STERLING, CT 06377
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,094 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1897
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$242K
$226K low$257K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,715 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$115,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$85,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$115,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$255,348

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.49
56
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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.19 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Conventional
CountyNORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Sterling Community SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Plainfield High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi

District: Plainfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06377These 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.61
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.2,806
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.147 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,164
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,767
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

486 Sterling 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 less than 96% of homes in Sterling 06377
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Sterling 06377
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Sterling 06377
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Sterling 06377
  • Older than 92% of homes in Sterling 06377

What homes are worth in Sterling 06377

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

This home
$224K$630K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Sterling 06377.

How it measures up in Sterling 06377

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sterling 06377.

Estimated value$241,836
CheaperTypical $388,542Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$221
CheaperTypical $267Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area1,094 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,504 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 2.1 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1897
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 486 Sterling Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 06377Northeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$241,8364% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22122% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,094 ft²20% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac2% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than18978% of homes9% of homes

About 486 Sterling Rd

How much is 486 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 486 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT is $241,836 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $226,380 to $257,292. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 486 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT last sell?

486 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT last sold on Mar 9, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 486 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT?

486 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,094 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 486 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT built?

486 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT was built in 1897, making it 129 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 486 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT?

486 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT is assigned to Sterling Community School (elementary), rated D; Plainfield High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Plainfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 486 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT compare to other homes in Sterling 06377?

Among the 1,196 homes in Sterling 06377, it is worth more than 4% of them ($241,836 against a typical $388,542), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($221 against a typical $267), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,094 ft² against a typical 1,504 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 2.1 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1897 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Northeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 5% 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 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 486 Sterling Rd, Sterling, CT was $2,715. The county assessed it at $115,100.

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