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$686,517$368 / 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 $285,328 on Jan 4, 2019

18 BIRCH RISE DR

NEWTOWN, CT 06470
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,867 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.
0.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$687K
$631K low$743K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$285,328 · Jan 4, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,993 (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.$347,720 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,990
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$271,730
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$347,720
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$243,404

Climate Risk

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.Ranch
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.60
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(9)

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.

M
Newtown Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Head O'Meadow Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.6 mi
H
Newtown High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Newtown School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06470These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.81

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,690
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.488 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$145,430
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$166,600
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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

18 Birch Rise Dr 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Newtown 06470
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Newtown 06470
  • Older than 76% of homes in Newtown 06470

What homes are worth in Newtown 06470

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

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$419K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Newtown 06470.

How it measures up in Newtown 06470

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newtown 06470.

Estimated value$686,517
CheaperTypical $696,044Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$368
CheaperTypical $317Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,867 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,213 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.6 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 18 Birch Rise Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewtown 06470Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$686,51748% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36874% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,867 ft²37% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.6 ac10% of homes48% of homes
Year builtnewer than195924% of homes38% of homes

About 18 Birch Rise Dr

How much is 18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT is $686,517 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $630,509 to $742,525. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT last sell?

18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT last sold on Jan 4, 2019 for $285,328, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT?

18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,867 square feet of living space and a 0.60-acre lot.

When was 18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT built?

18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT?

18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT is assigned to Newtown Middle School (middle), rated B; Head O'Meadow Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Newtown High School (high), rated A. All sit in Newtown School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT compare to other homes in Newtown 06470?

Among the 5,791 homes in Newtown 06470, it is worth more than 48% of them ($686,517 against a typical $696,044), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($368 against a typical $317), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,867 ft² against a typical 2,213 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.6 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1959 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 40% 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 18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 18 Birch Rise Dr, Newtown, CT was $9,993. The county assessed it at $347,720.

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