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$333,480$211 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $150,000 on Jan 2, 2015

161 AMHERST ST

HARTFORD, CT 06106
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,579 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
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

$333K
$317K low$350K 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 · Jan 2, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,491 (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.$79,637 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,828
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$71,809
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$55,746

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
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.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
E.B. Kennelly SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Hartford Public High School Nursing and Health Sciences Academy
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Hartford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06106These 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.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.37,362
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,908 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,892
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,037
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

161 Amherst 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 91% of homes in Hartford 06106
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Capitol County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in South West
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Capitol County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in South West

What homes are worth in Hartford 06106

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

This home
$44K$368K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Hartford 06106.

How it measures up in Hartford 06106

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hartford 06106.

Estimated value$333,480
CheaperTypical $244,363Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$211
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,579 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,219 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1935Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 161 Amherst St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth WestHartford 06106Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$333,48081% of homes91% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21128% of homes49% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,579 ft²65% of homes65% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac56% of homes53% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than195377% of homes70% of homes31% of homes

About 161 Amherst St

How much is 161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT is $333,480 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $317,058 to $349,902. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT last sell?

161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT last sold on Jan 2, 2015 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT?

161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,579 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT built?

161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT?

161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT is assigned to E.B. Kennelly School (elementary), rated D-; Hartford Public High School Nursing and Health Sciences Academy (high). All sit in Hartford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT compare to other homes in Hartford 06106?

Among the 6,782 homes in Hartford 06106, it is worth more than 91% of them ($333,480 against a typical $244,363), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($211 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 65% of them (1,579 ft² against a typical 1,219 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1953 against a typical 1935). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 32% 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 161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 161 Amherst St, Hartford, CT was $5,491. The county assessed it at $79,637.

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