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$370,616$255 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $115,000 on Jun 18, 1996

8 ORTEGA DR

PRESTON, CT 06365
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,456 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.
0.91 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$371K
$327K low$414K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$115,000 · Jun 18, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,212 (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.$207,550 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,580
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$158,970
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$207,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$145,285

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.Raised Ranch
CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.91
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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.DeckSauna

Transaction History(2)

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 SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Preston Veterans' Memorial SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi
H
Ledyard High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.1 mi

District: Preston School 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%

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How this home compares

8 Ortega 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 75% 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.

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This home is worth more than 45% 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$370,616
CheaperTypical $385,525Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$255
CheaperTypical $241Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,640 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.91 ac
SmallerTypical 1.63 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 8 Ortega Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePreston 06365Southeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$370,61645% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25559% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²40% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.91 ac25% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than196641% of homes49% of homes

About 8 Ortega Dr

How much is 8 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT is $370,616 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $327,235 to $413,997. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT last sell?

8 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT last sold on Jun 18, 1996 for $115,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT?

8 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 0.91-acre lot.

When was 8 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT built?

8 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT?

8 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT is assigned to Preston Plains Middle School (middle), rated C+; Preston Veterans' Memorial School (elementary), rated C+; Ledyard High School (high), rated B. All sit in Preston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT compare to other homes in Preston 06365?

Among the 1,969 homes in Preston 06365, it is worth more than 45% of them ($370,616 against a typical $385,525), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($255 against a typical $241), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 1,640 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.91 ac against a typical 1.63 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1966 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Southeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 39% 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 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Ortega Dr, Preston, CT was $5,212. The county assessed it at $207,550.

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