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$503,035$257 / 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 88How 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
Last sold for $210,000 on Aug 24, 1999

8 CONGRESS DR

AMSTON, CT 06231
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,960 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.
2.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$503K
$441K low$565K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$210,000 · Aug 24, 1999
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.$10,935
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$8,748
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.98%
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.$210,100
WASHINGTON MUTUAL BANK · recorded Oct 8, 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.$182,000
BANK OF AMERICA
3rd 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.$100,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,417 (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.$228,410 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$68,530
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$159,880
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$228,410
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$159,887

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
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.2006
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.07
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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(7)

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
Rham Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.1 mi
H
Rham High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi
E
Gilead Hill School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 4.9 mi

District: Regional High School District 08

Neighborhood · ZIP 06231These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.4,198
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.258 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$144,085
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$166,969
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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%

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

8 Congress 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.

  • Worth more than 72% of homes in Capitol County
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Capitol County
  • Newer than 78% of homes in Capitol County

What homes are worth in Amston 06231

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

This home
$212K$848K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Amston 06231.

How it measures up in Amston 06231

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Amston 06231.

Estimated value$503,035
CheaperTypical $469,335Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$257
CheaperTypical $263Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area1,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,805 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size2.07 ac
SmallerTypical 1.44 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 8 Congress Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAmston 06231Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$503,03560% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25745% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,960 ft²57% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.07 ac65% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than198665% of homes78% of homes

About 8 Congress Dr

How much is 8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT is $503,035 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $441,271 to $564,799. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT last sell?

8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT last sold on Aug 24, 1999 for $210,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT?

8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,960 square feet of living space and a 2.07-acre lot.

When was 8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT built?

8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT?

8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT is assigned to Rham Middle School (middle), rated B+; Rham High School (high), rated A; Gilead Hill School (elementary). All sit in Regional High School District 08. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT compare to other homes in Amston 06231?

Among the 1,545 homes in Amston 06231, it is worth more than 60% of them ($503,035 against a typical $469,335), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($257 against a typical $263), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,960 ft² against a typical 1,805 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (2.07 ac against a typical 1.44 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1986 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 72% 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 8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Congress Dr, Amston, CT was $8,417. The county assessed it at $228,410.

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