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$218,393$189 / 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 92How 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 $27,500 on Aug 22, 1977

488 SCHOOL ST

PUTNAM, CT 06260
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,154 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.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
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.

Valuation

$218K
$201K low$236K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$27,500 · Aug 22, 1977

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,022 (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.$156,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$128,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$153,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$109,620

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.42
24
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.
92
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.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%
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.0.41
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(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.

H
Putnam High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Putnam Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.5 mi
M
Putnam Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Putnam School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06260These 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.150
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.9,441
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.472 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,120
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,210
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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 School St 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 97% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Putnam 06260
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Putnam 06260

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

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$191K$694K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Putnam 06260.

How it measures up in Putnam 06260

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Putnam 06260.

Estimated value$218,393
CheaperTypical $324,218Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$189
CheaperTypical $223Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,154 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,579 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 488 School St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePutnam 06260Northeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$218,3935% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18927% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,154 ft²20% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac48% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than193030% of homes17% of homes

About 488 School St

How much is 488 School St, Putnam, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 488 School St, Putnam, CT is $218,393 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $200,614 to $236,172. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 488 School St, Putnam, CT last sell?

488 School St, Putnam, CT last sold on Aug 22, 1977 for $27,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 488 School St, Putnam, CT?

488 School St, Putnam, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,154 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 488 School St, Putnam, CT built?

488 School St, Putnam, CT was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 488 School St, Putnam, CT?

488 School St, Putnam, CT is assigned to Putnam High School (high), rated B-; Putnam Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Putnam Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Putnam School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 488 School St, Putnam, CT compare to other homes in Putnam 06260?

Among the 2,867 homes in Putnam 06260, it is worth more than 5% of them ($218,393 against a typical $324,218), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($189 against a typical $223), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,154 ft² against a typical 1,579 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1930 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of Northeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 3% 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 School St, Putnam, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 488 School St, Putnam, CT was $3,022. The county assessed it at $156,600.

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