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$284,710$192 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $193,000 on Mar 7, 2008

78 ALTON ST

MANCHESTER, CT 06042
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,480 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
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

$285K
$265K low$304K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$193,000 · Mar 7, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,181 (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.$130,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$96,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$130,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$91,070

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.Colonial
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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.

E
Waddell Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Manchester High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Illing Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Manchester School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06042These 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.70
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 100.58

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,947
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,272 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,519
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,217
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

78 Alton 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 83% of homes in Capitol County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Manchester 06042
  • Among the smallest lots in Bowers
  • Older than 90% of homes in Manchester 06042

What homes are worth in Manchester 06042

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

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$192K$527K

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Manchester 06042.

How it measures up in Manchester 06042

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Manchester 06042.

Estimated value$284,710
CheaperTypical $334,613Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$192
CheaperTypical $248Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,480 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,345 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 78 Alton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBowersManchester 06042Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,71019% of homes22% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19214% of homes10% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,480 ft²60% of homes63% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 acalmost no homes5% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than192721% of homes10% of homes13% of homes

About 78 Alton St

How much is 78 Alton St, Manchester, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Alton St, Manchester, CT is $284,710 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $265,115 to $304,305. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Alton St, Manchester, CT last sell?

78 Alton St, Manchester, CT last sold on Mar 7, 2008 for $193,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 78 Alton St, Manchester, CT?

78 Alton St, Manchester, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,480 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 78 Alton St, Manchester, CT built?

78 Alton St, Manchester, CT was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 Alton St, Manchester, CT?

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

How does 78 Alton St, Manchester, CT compare to other homes in Manchester 06042?

Among the 6,430 homes in Manchester 06042, it is worth more than 22% of them ($284,710 against a typical $334,613), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($192 against a typical $248), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,480 ft² against a typical 1,345 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1927 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 17% 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 78 Alton St, Manchester, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 Alton St, Manchester, CT was $5,181. The county assessed it at $130,100.

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