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$409,322$151 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

5 MELLO DR

PRESTON, CT 06365
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,712 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$409K
$381K low$437K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,256 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$209,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,490
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$159,810
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$146,510

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.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.73%
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.Cape Cod
CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1987
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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
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(3)

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 SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi
H
Norwich Free AcademyC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
E
Preston Veterans' Memorial SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.2 mi

District: Norwich Free Academy 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%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5 Mello 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.

  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Preston 06365
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Preston 06365
  • Older than 76% 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
$242K$724K

This home is worth more than 50% 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$409,322
CheaperTypical $409,052Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $257Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,712 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,642 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 1.6 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 5 Mello Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePreston 06365Southeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$409,32250% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$151almost no homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than2,712 ft²91% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac8% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than195624% of homes34% of homes

About 5 Mello Dr

How much is 5 Mello Dr, Preston, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Mello Dr, Preston, CT is $409,322 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $381,170 to $437,474. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Mello Dr, Preston, CT last sell?

5 Mello Dr, Preston, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Mello Dr, Preston, CT?

5 Mello Dr, Preston, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,712 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 5 Mello Dr, Preston, CT built?

5 Mello Dr, Preston, CT was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Mello Dr, Preston, CT?

5 Mello Dr, Preston, CT is assigned to Preston Plains Middle School (middle), rated B; Norwich Free Academy (high), rated C-; Preston Veterans' Memorial School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Norwich Free Academy District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Mello Dr, Preston, CT compare to other homes in Preston 06365?

Among the 1,969 homes in Preston 06365, it is worth more than 50% of them ($409,322 against a typical $409,052), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($151 against a typical $257), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,712 ft² against a typical 1,642 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 1.6 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1956 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Southeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 49% 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 Mello Dr, Preston, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5 Mello Dr, Preston, CT was $5,256. The county assessed it at $209,300.

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