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$460,000$414 / 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 $258,250 on Sep 30, 2025

8 RIVER RD

EAST HAVEN, CT 06512
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,112 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
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.
Pre-foreclosure (NOS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
Auction scheduled for Aug 9, 2025.

Valuation

$460K
$429K low$491K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$258,250 · Sep 30, 2025
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.$152,500
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$122,000
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.68%
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.$307,500
LENDIQ LLC · recorded Sep 30, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,742 (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.$141,820 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$52,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$89,180
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$141,820
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$99,274

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
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
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.1994
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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.Oil
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
Deer Run Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.5 mi
H
East Haven High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Joseph Melillo Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: East Haven School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06512These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.66

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.28,499
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,296 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,270
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,920
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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.58%

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.Yes

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

8 River Rd 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 more than 81% of homes in East Haven 06512
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in East Haven 06512
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Older than 65% of homes in South Central Connecticut County

What homes are worth in East Haven 06512

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

This home
$155K$792K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in East Haven 06512.

How it measures up in East Haven 06512

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East Haven 06512.

Estimated value$460,000
CheaperTypical $381,465Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$414
CheaperTypical $291Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,112 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,306 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 8 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Haven 06512South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$460,00081% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$41495% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,112 ft²27% of homes20% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac52% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than195142% of homes35% of homes

About 8 River Rd

How much is 8 River Rd, East Haven, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 River Rd, East Haven, CT is $460,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $429,169 to $490,831. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 River Rd, East Haven, CT last sell?

8 River Rd, East Haven, CT last sold on Sep 30, 2025 for $258,250, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 River Rd, East Haven, CT?

8 River Rd, East Haven, CT has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,112 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 8 River Rd, East Haven, CT built?

8 River Rd, East Haven, CT was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8 River Rd, East Haven, CT?

8 River Rd, East Haven, CT is assigned to Deer Run Elementary School (elementary); East Haven High School (high), rated D; Joseph Melillo Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in East Haven School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 River Rd, East Haven, CT compare to other homes in East Haven 06512?

Among the 10,010 homes in East Haven 06512, it is worth more than 81% of them ($460,000 against a typical $381,465), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($414 against a typical $291), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,112 ft² against a typical 1,306 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1951 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 54% 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 8 River Rd, East Haven, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 River Rd, East Haven, CT was $4,742. The county assessed it at $141,820.

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