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$542,715$439 / 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 89How 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

FALLS RIVER DR

ESSEX, CT 06426
3
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
1,236 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.
16.77 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$543K
$484K low$602K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,374 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$395,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$224,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$171,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$277,060

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.
16
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.Raised Ranch
CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVER VALLEY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.16.77
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.Baseboard
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Valley Regional High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
John Winthrop Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Essex Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.2 mi

District: Regional High School District 04

Neighborhood · ZIP 06426These 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.62
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.56

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
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.3,344
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.470 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$103,732
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$142,978
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

Falls River 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 less than 83% of homes in Essex 06426
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Lower Connecticut River Valley County
  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Essex 06426
  • Among the largest lots in Essex 06426
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Essex 06426

What homes are worth in Essex 06426

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

This home
$325K$3.2M

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Essex 06426.

How it measures up in Essex 06426

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Essex 06426.

Estimated value$542,715
CheaperTypical $866,427Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$439
CheaperTypical $422Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area1,236 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,078 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size16.77 ac
SmallerTypical 0.76 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How Falls River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEssex 06426Lower Connecticut River Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$542,71517% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43955% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,236 ft²19% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than16.77 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than197665% of homes58% of homes

About Falls River Dr

How much is Falls River Dr, Essex, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Falls River Dr, Essex, CT is $542,715 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $483,538 to $601,892. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Falls River Dr, Essex, CT last sell?

Falls River Dr, Essex, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Falls River Dr, Essex, CT?

Falls River Dr, Essex, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,236 square feet of living space and a 16.77-acre lot.

When was Falls River Dr, Essex, CT built?

Falls River Dr, Essex, CT was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve Falls River Dr, Essex, CT?

Falls River Dr, Essex, CT is assigned to Valley Regional High School (high), rated B; John Winthrop Middle School (middle), rated C; Essex Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Regional High School District 04. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Falls River Dr, Essex, CT compare to other homes in Essex 06426?

Among the 1,545 homes in Essex 06426, it is worth more than 17% of them ($542,715 against a typical $866,427), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($439 against a typical $422), it is bigger than 19% of them (1,236 ft² against a typical 2,078 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (16.77 ac against a typical 0.76 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1976 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Lower Connecticut River Valley County, it is worth more than 57% 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 Falls River Dr, Essex, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for Falls River Dr, Essex, CT was $7,374. The county assessed it at $395,800.

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