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$440,910$160 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $332,500 on Jul 26, 2021

38 FOREST ST

NEW BRITAIN, CT 06052
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,748 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1828
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$441K
$410K low$472K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$332,500 · Jul 26, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,255 (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.$210,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$51,660
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$159,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$210,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$147,490

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
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.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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

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.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
Lincoln Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Slade Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
New Britain High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: New Britain School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06052These 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.102
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 100.66

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.8,330
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,019 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,757
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,323
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

38 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 78% of homes in New Britain 06052
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Capitol County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Capitol County
  • Among the oldest homes in New Britain 06052

What homes are worth in New Britain 06052

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

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$112K$601K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in New Britain 06052.

How it measures up in New Britain 06052

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Britain 06052.

Estimated value$440,910
CheaperTypical $372,174Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$160
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area2,748 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,954 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1828
OlderTypical 1942Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 38 Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNew Britain 06052Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$440,91078% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16012% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,748 ft²77% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac58% of homes35% of homes
Year builtnewer than1828almost no homesalmost no homes

About 38 Forest St

How much is 38 Forest St, New Britain, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38 Forest St, New Britain, CT is $440,910 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $409,779 to $472,041. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38 Forest St, New Britain, CT last sell?

38 Forest St, New Britain, CT last sold on Jul 26, 2021 for $332,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 38 Forest St, New Britain, CT?

38 Forest St, New Britain, CT has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,748 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 38 Forest St, New Britain, CT built?

38 Forest St, New Britain, CT was built in 1828, making it 198 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38 Forest St, New Britain, CT?

38 Forest St, New Britain, CT is assigned to Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Slade Middle School (middle), rated D-; New Britain High School (high), rated F. All sit in New Britain School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 38 Forest St, New Britain, CT compare to other homes in New Britain 06052?

Among the 2,306 homes in New Britain 06052, it is worth more than 78% of them ($440,910 against a typical $372,174), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($160 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,748 ft² against a typical 1,954 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1828 against a typical 1942). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 62% 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 38 Forest St, New Britain, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38 Forest St, New Britain, CT was $8,255. The county assessed it at $210,700.

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