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$390,340$396 / 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 $75,000 on Oct 31, 1995

478 CALIFORNIA ST

STRATFORD, CT 06614
2
Beds
1
Baths
985 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$390K
$361K low$419K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,000 · Oct 31, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,397 (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.$134,260 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$67,690
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$66,570
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$134,260
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$93,982

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
90
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.
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.Cape Cod
CountyGREATER BRIDGEPORT
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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
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(6)

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.

H
Stratford High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Nichols Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
David Wooster Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Stratford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06614These 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.64
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.3%
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.39,371
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,426 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,518
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$138,648
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

478 California 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 83% of homes in Stratford 06614
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Stratford 06614
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Stratford 06614
  • Among the smallest lots in Stratford 06614
  • Older than 85% of homes in Stratford 06614

What homes are worth in Stratford 06614

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

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$176K$810K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Stratford 06614.

How it measures up in Stratford 06614

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Stratford 06614.

Estimated value$390,340
CheaperTypical $478,668Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$396
CheaperTypical $313Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area985 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,450 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 478 California St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStratford 06614Greater Bridgeport County
Estimated valuepricier than$390,34017% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39687% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than985 ft²5% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²almost no homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than193015% of homes20% of homes

About 478 California St

How much is 478 California St, Stratford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 478 California St, Stratford, CT is $390,340 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $361,438 to $419,242. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 478 California St, Stratford, CT last sell?

478 California St, Stratford, CT last sold on Oct 31, 1995 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 478 California St, Stratford, CT?

478 California St, Stratford, CT has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 985 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 478 California St, Stratford, CT built?

478 California St, Stratford, CT was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 478 California St, Stratford, CT?

478 California St, Stratford, CT is assigned to Stratford High School (high), rated C+; Nichols Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; David Wooster Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Stratford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 478 California St, Stratford, CT compare to other homes in Stratford 06614?

Among the 12,172 homes in Stratford 06614, it is worth more than 17% of them ($390,340 against a typical $478,668), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($396 against a typical $313), it is bigger than 5% of them (985 ft² against a typical 1,450 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1930 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Greater Bridgeport County, it is worth more than 23% 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 478 California St, Stratford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 478 California St, Stratford, CT was $5,397. The county assessed it at $134,260.

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