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$443,483$311 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $121,000 on Apr 30, 1999

285 FERN ST

WEST HARTFORD, CT 06119
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,428 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$443K
$425K low$462K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$121,000 · Apr 30, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,907 (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.$198,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$78,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$120,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$198,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$139,230

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.0.21
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
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, Attached
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
Whiting Lane SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Bristow Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Hall High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: West Hartford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06119These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
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.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,396
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,102 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$106,105
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$137,572
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

285 Fern 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Capitol County
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in West Hartford 06119
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Capitol County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in West Hartford 06119

What homes are worth in West Hartford 06119

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

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$127K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 45% of homes in West Hartford 06119.

How it measures up in West Hartford 06119

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Hartford 06119.

Estimated value$443,483
CheaperTypical $473,045Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$311
CheaperTypical $294Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,428 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,772 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 285 Fern St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Hartford 06119Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$443,48345% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31165% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,428 ft²33% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac53% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than195883% of homes40% of homes

About 285 Fern St

How much is 285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT is $443,483 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $425,045 to $461,921. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT last sell?

285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT last sold on Apr 30, 1999 for $121,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT?

285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,428 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT built?

285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT?

285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT is assigned to Whiting Lane School (elementary), rated B-; Bristow Middle School (middle), rated A; Hall High School (high), rated A+. All sit in West Hartford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT compare to other homes in West Hartford 06119?

Among the 4,374 homes in West Hartford 06119, it is worth more than 45% of them ($443,483 against a typical $473,045), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($311 against a typical $294), it is bigger than 33% of them (1,428 ft² against a typical 1,772 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (1958 against a typical 1929). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 63% 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 285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 285 Fern St, West Hartford, CT was $8,907. The county assessed it at $198,900.

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