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$332,532$338 / 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 94How 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 $150,000 on Jun 3, 2014

242 ROUTE 165

PRESTON, CT 06365
3
Beds
1
Baths
984 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.
1.74 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
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

$333K
$311K low$354K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Jun 3, 2014
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.$146,532
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$117,226
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.55%
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.$121,000
NAVY FCU · recorded Feb 16, 2021
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.$65,000
NAVY FCU

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,175 (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.$166,250 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$54,390
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$111,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$116,375

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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.74
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Preston Veterans' Memorial SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Preston Plains Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi
H
Norwich Free AcademyC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi

District: Norwich Free Academy 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%

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

242 Route 165 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 79% of homes in Preston 06365
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Preston 06365
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Preston 06365
  • Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Preston 06365

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

This home
$243K$729K

This home is worth more than 21% 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$332,532
CheaperTypical $409,010Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$338
CheaperTypical $256Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area984 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,646 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size1.74 ac
SmallerTypical 1.62 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 242 Route 165 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePreston 06365Southeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$332,53221% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33887% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than984 ft²8% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.74 ac52% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than198564% of homes70% of homes

About 242 Route 165

How much is 242 Route 165, Preston, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 Route 165, Preston, CT is $332,532 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $311,264 to $353,800. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 Route 165, Preston, CT last sell?

242 Route 165, Preston, CT last sold on Jun 3, 2014 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 242 Route 165, Preston, CT?

242 Route 165, Preston, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 984 square feet of living space and a 1.74-acre lot.

When was 242 Route 165, Preston, CT built?

242 Route 165, Preston, CT was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 242 Route 165, Preston, CT?

242 Route 165, Preston, CT is assigned to Preston Veterans' Memorial School (elementary), rated C; Preston Plains Middle School (middle), rated B; Norwich Free Academy (high), rated C-. All sit in Norwich Free Academy District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 242 Route 165, Preston, CT compare to other homes in Preston 06365?

Among the 1,969 homes in Preston 06365, it is worth more than 21% of them ($332,532 against a typical $409,010), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($338 against a typical $256), it is bigger than 8% of them (984 ft² against a typical 1,646 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (1.74 ac against a typical 1.62 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1985 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Southeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 25% 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 242 Route 165, Preston, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 242 Route 165, Preston, CT was $4,175. The county assessed it at $166,250.

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