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$317,267$291 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

978 PLAINFIELD PIKE

STERLING, CT 06377
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,092 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.
2.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$317K
$294K low$340K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,480 (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.$158,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$116,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$158,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$110,740

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.Ranch
CountyNORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.01
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(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.

E
Sterling Community SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Plainfield High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 mi

District: Plainfield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06377These 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.61
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 100.57

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.8.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
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.2,806
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.147 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$89,164
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$96,767
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

978 Plainfield Pike 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 80% of homes in Sterling 06377
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Sterling 06377
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Northeastern Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Sterling 06377

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

This home
$222K$628K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Sterling 06377.

How it measures up in Sterling 06377

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sterling 06377.

Estimated value$317,267
CheaperTypical $390,102Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$291
CheaperTypical $268Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,507 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size2.01 ac
SmallerTypical 2.1 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 978 Plainfield Pike ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 06377Northeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$317,26720% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29166% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²20% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.01 ac46% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than198750% of homes65% of homes

About 978 Plainfield Pike

How much is 978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT is $317,267 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $294,185 to $340,349. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT last sell?

978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT?

978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 2.01-acre lot.

When was 978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT built?

978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT?

978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT is assigned to Sterling Community School (elementary), rated C-; Plainfield High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Plainfield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT compare to other homes in Sterling 06377?

Among the 1,196 homes in Sterling 06377, it is worth more than 20% of them ($317,267 against a typical $390,102), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($291 against a typical $268), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,507 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (2.01 ac against a typical 2.1 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1987 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Northeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 24% 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 978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 978 Plainfield Pike, Sterling, CT was $3,480. The county assessed it at $158,200.

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