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$493,953$261 / 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 92How 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 $155,000 on Jan 8, 1998

159 FORSYTH RD

SALEM, CT 06420
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,890 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.
3.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1780
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$494K
$454K low$534K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$155,000 · Jan 8, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,281 (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.$241,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$194,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$241,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,770

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.Conventional
CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.16
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Salem SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.5 mi
H
East Lyme High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.8 mi

District: Salem School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06420These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,100
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.136 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,032
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,353
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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

159 Forsyth 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 68% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Among the oldest homes in Salem 06420

What homes are worth in Salem 06420

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

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$129K$908K

This home is worth more than 51% of homes in Salem 06420.

How it measures up in Salem 06420

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 06420.

Estimated value$493,953
CheaperTypical $491,034Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$261
CheaperTypical $271Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,890 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,800 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size3.16 ac
SmallerTypical 2.11 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1780
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 159 Forsyth Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 06420Southeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$493,95351% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26144% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,890 ft²55% of homes68% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.16 ac67% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than1780almost no homesalmost no homes

About 159 Forsyth Rd

How much is 159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT is $493,953 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $454,169 to $533,737. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT last sell?

159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT last sold on Jan 8, 1998 for $155,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT?

159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,890 square feet of living space and a 3.16-acre lot.

When was 159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT built?

159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT was built in 1780, making it 246 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT?

159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT is assigned to Salem School (elementary), rated B; East Lyme High School (high), rated A. All sit in Salem School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT compare to other homes in Salem 06420?

Among the 1,720 homes in Salem 06420, it is worth more than 51% of them ($493,953 against a typical $491,034), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($261 against a typical $271), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,890 ft² against a typical 1,800 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (3.16 ac against a typical 2.11 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1780 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Southeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 68% 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 159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT was $7,281. The county assessed it at $241,100.

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