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$395,820$307 / 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 93How 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

296 FOREST ST

EAST HARTFORD, CT 06118
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,288 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.
1.76 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$396K
$369K low$423K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,671 (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.$188,920 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$48,330
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$140,590
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$132,244

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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.Raised Ranch
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.76
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
East Hartford High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Joseph O. Goodwin SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
M
East Hartford Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi

District: East Hartford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06118These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.9%
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.25,251
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,520 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,138
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,623
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

296 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 more than 88% of homes in East Hartford 06118
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in East Hartford 06118
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Capitol County
  • Among the largest lots in East Hartford 06118
  • Newer than 88% of homes in East Hartford 06118

What homes are worth in East Hartford 06118

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

This home
$185K$470K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in East Hartford 06118.

How it measures up in East Hartford 06118

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East Hartford 06118.

Estimated value$395,820
CheaperTypical $318,645Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$307
CheaperTypical $246Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,288 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Lot size1.76 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 296 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast Hartford 06118Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$395,82088% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30787% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,288 ft²54% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.76 acalmost all homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than197688% of homes66% of homes

About 296 Forest St

How much is 296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT is $395,820 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $368,889 to $422,751. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT last sell?

296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT?

296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,288 square feet of living space and a 1.76-acre lot.

When was 296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT built?

296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT?

296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT is assigned to East Hartford High School (high), rated D-; Joseph O. Goodwin School (elementary), rated B-; East Hartford Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in East Hartford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT compare to other homes in East Hartford 06118?

Among the 8,476 homes in East Hartford 06118, it is worth more than 88% of them ($395,820 against a typical $318,645), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($307 against a typical $246), it is bigger than 54% of them (1,288 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (1.76 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (1976 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 48% 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 296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 296 Forest St, East Hartford, CT was $8,671. The county assessed it at $188,920.

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