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$432,124$288 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $405,000 on Dec 20, 2023

5 GEM DR

ELLINGTON, CT 06029
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,500 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.
0.78 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$432K
$416K low$448K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$405,000 · Dec 20, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,306 (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.$248,080 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$70,560
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$177,520
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$161,450
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$415,976

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.Split Level
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.78
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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(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
Windermere SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.6 mi
M
Ellington Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.2 mi
H
Ellington High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi

District: Ellington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06029These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,158
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.481 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,062
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$141,959
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

5 Gem Dr 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Ellington 06029
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Capitol County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Ellington 06029

What homes are worth in Ellington 06029

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

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$153K$898K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Ellington 06029.

How it measures up in Ellington 06029

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ellington 06029.

Estimated value$432,124
CheaperTypical $427,090Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$288
CheaperTypical $249Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,796 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.78 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 5 Gem Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEllington 06029Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$432,12451% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28882% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,500 ft²36% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.78 ac40% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than196431% of homes49% of homes

About 5 Gem Dr

How much is 5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT is $432,124 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $416,427 to $447,821. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT last sell?

5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT last sold on Dec 20, 2023 for $405,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT?

5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,500 square feet of living space and a 0.78-acre lot.

When was 5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT built?

5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT?

5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT is assigned to Windermere School (elementary), rated A; Ellington Middle School (middle), rated A; Ellington High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Ellington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT compare to other homes in Ellington 06029?

Among the 5,069 homes in Ellington 06029, it is worth more than 51% of them ($432,124 against a typical $427,090), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($288 against a typical $249), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,500 ft² against a typical 1,796 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.78 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1964 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 60% 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 5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5 Gem Dr, Ellington, CT was $6,306. The county assessed it at $248,080.

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