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$278,156$276 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

488 ASHFORD CENTER RD

ASHFORD, CT 06278
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,008 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$278K
$262K low$294K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,812 (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.$137,130 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$111,930
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$99,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$311,503

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.
11
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.
93
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.Single Family 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.1.00
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Ashford SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.9 mi
H
E. O. Smith High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.1 mi

District: Regional High School District 19

Neighborhood · ZIP 06278These 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.132
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59

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.91%
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.4.8%
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.4,385
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.106 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$110,906
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$151,906
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

488 Ashford Center 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 90% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Ashford 06278
  • Older than 86% of homes in Ashford 06278

What homes are worth in Ashford 06278

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

This home
$161K$648K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Ashford 06278.

How it measures up in Ashford 06278

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashford 06278.

Estimated value$278,156
CheaperTypical $382,054Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$276
CheaperTypical $258Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,504 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 2.14 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 488 Ashford Center Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshford 06278Northeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,15611% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27662% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²20% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac31% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than195014% of homes25% of homes

About 488 Ashford Center Rd

How much is 488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT is $278,156 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $262,388 to $293,924. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT last sell?

488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT?

488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT built?

488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT?

488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT is assigned to Ashford School (elementary), rated C+; E. O. Smith High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Regional High School District 19. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT compare to other homes in Ashford 06278?

Among the 1,641 homes in Ashford 06278, it is worth more than 11% of them ($278,156 against a typical $382,054), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($276 against a typical $258), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,504 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (1 ac against a typical 2.14 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1950 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Northeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 10% 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 488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 488 Ashford Center Rd, Ashford, CT was $3,812. The county assessed it at $137,130.

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