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$1,174,428$590 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $422,500 on Oct 14, 2011

174 FOREST ST

NEW CANAAN, CT 06840
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,992 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$1.2M
$982K low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$422,500 · Oct 14, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,800 (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.$647,080 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$464,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$182,280
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$647,080
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$452,956

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.50
41
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.minimal

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
South SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.5 mi
M
Saxe Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.6 mi
H
New Canaan High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: New Canaan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06840These 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.58
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 100.94

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.43%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.23,002
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,022 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$236,636
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$377,925
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.58%

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How this home compares

174 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 less than 90% of homes in New Canaan 06840
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in New Canaan 06840
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in New Canaan 06840
  • Older than 94% of homes in Western Connecticut County

What homes are worth in New Canaan 06840

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

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$430K$5.7M

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in New Canaan 06840.

How it measures up in New Canaan 06840

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Canaan 06840.

Estimated value$1,174,428
CheaperTypical $2,255,248Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$590
CheaperTypical $689Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,992 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,219 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 1.94 acBigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1966Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 174 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Canaan 06840Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,174,42810% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$59026% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,992 ft²22% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac3% of homes15% of homes
Year builtnewer than19107% of homes6% of homes

About 174 Forest St

How much is 174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT is $1,174,428 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $982,286 to $1,366,570. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT last sell?

174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT last sold on Oct 14, 2011 for $422,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT?

174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,992 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT built?

174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT?

174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT is assigned to South School (elementary), rated A; Saxe Middle School (middle), rated A+; New Canaan High School (high), rated A+. All sit in New Canaan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT compare to other homes in New Canaan 06840?

Among the 6,751 homes in New Canaan 06840, it is worth more than 10% of them ($1,174,428 against a typical $2,255,248), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($590 against a typical $689), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,992 ft² against a typical 3,219 ft²), its lot is bigger than 3% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 1.94 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1910 against a typical 1966). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 69% 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 174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 174 Forest St, New Canaan, CT was $10,800. The county assessed it at $647,080.

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