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$662,740$225 / 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 87How 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

542 RUSSELL AVE

SUFFIELD, CT 06078
5
Beds
3
Baths
2,947 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.
2.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1825
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$663K
$578K low$747K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$540,740
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$432,592
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.17%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$72,000
HAMILTON STANDARD FCU · recorded Aug 1, 2003
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$50,000
HAMILTON STANDARD FCU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,700 (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.$371,630 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,390
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$296,240
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$371,630
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$260,141

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.Historical
CountyCAPITOL
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.1992
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.89
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
Suffield Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
E
A. Ward Spaulding School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.0 mi
H
Suffield High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Suffield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06078These 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.27
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
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.12,301
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.469 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,169
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$159,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

542 Russell Ave 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 more than 88% of homes in Capitol County
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Suffield 06078
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Capitol County
  • Among the oldest homes in Capitol County

What homes are worth in Suffield 06078

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

This home
$268K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Suffield 06078.

How it measures up in Suffield 06078

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Suffield 06078.

Estimated value$662,740
CheaperTypical $513,290Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$225
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area2,947 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,007 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size2.89 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1825
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 542 Russell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSuffield 06078Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$662,74075% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22521% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than2,947 ft²83% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.89 ac91% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than1825almost no homesalmost no homes

About 542 Russell Ave

How much is 542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT is $662,740 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $578,491 to $746,989. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT last sell?

542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT?

542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,947 square feet of living space and a 2.89-acre lot.

When was 542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT built?

542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT was built in 1825, making it 201 years old. It is a historical home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT?

542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT is assigned to Suffield Middle School (middle), rated A-; A. Ward Spaulding School (elementary); Suffield High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Suffield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT compare to other homes in Suffield 06078?

Among the 3,871 homes in Suffield 06078, it is worth more than 75% of them ($662,740 against a typical $513,290), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($225 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,947 ft² against a typical 2,007 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (2.89 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1825 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 88% 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 542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT was $8,700. The county assessed it at $371,630.

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