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$717,664$496 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $696,000 on Oct 9, 2023

1278 FOREST ST

DENVER, CO 80220
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,447 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
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

$718K
$687K low$748K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$696,000 · Oct 9, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,758 (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.$49,120 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,640
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$39,640
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$696,600

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.41
25
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
20
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
66
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
CountyDENVER
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.2002
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Patio · 70 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Palmer Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Hill Campus of Arts and SciencesC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
George Washington High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Denver County School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 80220These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,676
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,232 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$111,079
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$144,574
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

1278 Forest St 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 70% of homes in Denver County
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Hale
  • Older than 77% of homes in Denver County

What homes are worth in Denver 80220

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

This home
$157K$2.8M

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Denver 80220.

How it measures up in Denver 80220

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Denver 80220.

Estimated value$717,664
CheaperTypical $708,946Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$496
CheaperTypical $410Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,447 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,802 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 1278 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHaleDenver 80220Denver County
Estimated valuepricier than$717,66451% of homes51% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$49688% of homes83% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than1,447 ft²42% of homes37% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac60% of homes41% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than193827% of homes27% of homes23% of homes

About 1278 Forest St

How much is 1278 Forest St, Denver, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1278 Forest St, Denver, CO is $717,664 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $687,147 to $748,181. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1278 Forest St, Denver, CO last sell?

1278 Forest St, Denver, CO last sold on Oct 9, 2023 for $696,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1278 Forest St, Denver, CO?

1278 Forest St, Denver, CO has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,447 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1278 Forest St, Denver, CO built?

1278 Forest St, Denver, CO was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1278 Forest St, Denver, CO?

1278 Forest St, Denver, CO is assigned to Palmer Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences (middle), rated C; George Washington High School (high), rated A. All sit in Denver County School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1278 Forest St, Denver, CO compare to other homes in Denver 80220?

Among the 12,671 homes in Denver 80220, it is worth more than 51% of them ($717,664 against a typical $708,946), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($496 against a typical $410), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,447 ft² against a typical 1,802 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1938 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Denver County, it is worth more than 70% 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 1278 Forest St, Denver, CO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1278 Forest St, Denver, CO was $3,758. The county assessed it at $49,120.

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