Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
79 BENTON ST
WINSTED, CT 06098
5
Beds
2
Baths
2,204 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.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,490 (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.$119,630 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$86,380
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$119,630
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$83,741
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.41
1
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.
59
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
98
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyNORTHWEST HILLS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.41
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
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(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.
ME
The Gilbert SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 1.0 mi
Mary P. Hinsdale School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.1 mi
District: The Gilbert School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 06098These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65
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.88%
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.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,512
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.188 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,081
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,758
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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
79 Benton 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.
- Bigger than 80% of homes in Winsted 06098
- Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Northwest Hills County
How it measures up in Winsted 06098
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Winsted 06098.
Living area2,204 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,530 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 80% of homes nearby
Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.42 acBigger
Bigger than 50% of homes nearby
Year built1957
OlderTypical 1953Newer
Newer than 56% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Winsted 06098 | Northwest Hills County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 2,204 ft² | 80% of homes | 69% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.41 ac | 50% of homes | 27% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1957 | 56% of homes | 39% of homes |
About 79 Benton St
When did 79 Benton St, Winsted, CT last sell?
79 Benton St, Winsted, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 79 Benton St, Winsted, CT?
79 Benton St, Winsted, CT has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,204 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.
When was 79 Benton St, Winsted, CT built?
79 Benton St, Winsted, CT was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 79 Benton St, Winsted, CT?
79 Benton St, Winsted, CT is assigned to The Gilbert School (middle), rated D+; Mary P. Hinsdale School (elementary). All sit in The Gilbert School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 79 Benton St, Winsted, CT compare to other homes in Winsted 06098?
Among the 3,791 homes in Winsted 06098, it is bigger than 80% of them (2,204 ft² against a typical 1,530 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.42 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1957 against a typical 1953). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 79 Benton St, Winsted, CT?
The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Benton St, Winsted, CT was $3,490. The county assessed it at $119,630.
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