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$324,907$259 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $320,000 on Apr 9, 2026

256 ROUTE 2

PRESTON, CT 06365
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,253 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.
2.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
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

$325K
$302K low$348K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$320,000 · Apr 9, 2026
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.$14,507
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$11,606
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.96%
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.$310,400
HOMESTEAD FUNDING CORPORATION · 5.98% · recorded Apr 9, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,728 (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.$148,470 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$42,630
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$105,840
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$103,929

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.Cape Cod
CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.64
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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
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(4)

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 SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
E
Preston Veterans' Memorial SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.1 mi
H
Ledyard High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 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%

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

256 Route 2 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 81% of homes in Preston 06365
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Preston 06365
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Older than 83% 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.

This home
$238K$714K

This home is worth more than 19% 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$324,907
CheaperTypical $407,680Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$259
CheaperTypical $258Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,253 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,640 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size2.64 ac
SmallerTypical 1.62 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 256 Route 2 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePreston 06365Southeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$324,90719% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25951% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than1,253 ft²26% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.64 ac68% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than194817% of homes25% of homes

About 256 Route 2

How much is 256 Route 2, Preston, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Route 2, Preston, CT is $324,907 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $302,067 to $347,747. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Route 2, Preston, CT last sell?

256 Route 2, Preston, CT last sold on Apr 9, 2026 for $320,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 256 Route 2, Preston, CT?

256 Route 2, Preston, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,253 square feet of living space and a 2.64-acre lot.

When was 256 Route 2, Preston, CT built?

256 Route 2, Preston, CT was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 256 Route 2, Preston, CT?

256 Route 2, Preston, CT is assigned to Preston Plains Middle School (middle), rated B; Preston Veterans' Memorial School (elementary), rated C; Ledyard High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Preston School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 Route 2, Preston, CT compare to other homes in Preston 06365?

Among the 1,969 homes in Preston 06365, it is worth more than 19% of them ($324,907 against a typical $407,680), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($259 against a typical $258), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,253 ft² against a typical 1,640 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (2.64 ac against a typical 1.62 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1948 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Southeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 23% 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 256 Route 2, Preston, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 256 Route 2, Preston, CT was $3,728. The county assessed it at $148,470.

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