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$285,479$186 / 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 92How 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 $142,000 on Oct 14, 2005

980 RUSSELL AVE

SUFFIELD, CT 06078
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,534 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.
2.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$285K
$262K low$309K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$142,000 · Oct 14, 2005
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.$160,479
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$128,383
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.41%
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.$125,000
FIRST NATL BK SUFFLD · 4.75% 1 · recorded Oct 14, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,994 (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.$170,590 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$104,790
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,590
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$119,413

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.60
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Suffield Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
E
A. Ward Spaulding School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 2.1 mi
H
Suffield High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Suffield School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06078These 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.27
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.59

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
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.12,301
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.469 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,169
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$159,399
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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.Absentee owner
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

980 Russell Ave 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 95% of homes in Suffield 06078
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Suffield 06078
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Suffield 06078
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Capitol County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Capitol County

What homes are worth in Suffield 06078

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

This home
$264K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Suffield 06078.

How it measures up in Suffield 06078

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Suffield 06078.

Estimated value$285,479
CheaperTypical $509,692Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$186
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,534 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,013 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size2.6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 980 Russell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSuffield 06078Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$285,4795% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1865% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,534 ft²30% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.6 ac90% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than18906% of homes3% of homes

About 980 Russell Ave

How much is 980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT is $285,479 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $261,685 to $309,273. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT last sell?

980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT last sold on Oct 14, 2005 for $142,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT?

980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,534 square feet of living space and a 2.60-acre lot.

When was 980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT built?

980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT?

980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT is assigned to Suffield Middle School (middle), rated A-; A. Ward Spaulding School (elementary); Suffield High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Suffield School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT compare to other homes in Suffield 06078?

Among the 3,871 homes in Suffield 06078, it is worth more than 5% of them ($285,479 against a typical $509,692), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($186 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,534 ft² against a typical 2,013 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (2.6 ac against a typical 0.64 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1890 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 15% 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 980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 980 Russell Ave, Suffield, CT was $3,994. The county assessed it at $170,590.

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