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$628,348$305 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $575,000 on May 8, 2025

490 FERN ST

WEST HARTFORD, CT 06107
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,058 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1880
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$628K
$534K low$723K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$575,000 · May 8, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,945 (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.$222,090 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$113,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$108,990
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$222,090
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$155,463

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.Victorian
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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
Bugbee SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Bristow Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Hall High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: West Hartford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06107These 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.81
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.8%
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.18,126
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,721 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$160,763
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$194,523
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.56%

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How this home compares

490 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.

  • Worth more than 86% of homes in Capitol County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Capitol County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Capitol County
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Capitol County
  • Among the oldest homes in West Hartford 06107

What homes are worth in West Hartford 06107

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

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$275K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in West Hartford 06107.

How it measures up in West Hartford 06107

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Hartford 06107.

Estimated value$628,348
CheaperTypical $611,676Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$305
CheaperTypical $317Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area2,058 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,932 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1880
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 490 Fern St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Hartford 06107Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$628,34853% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$30540% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than2,058 ft²58% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac46% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than1880almost no homes3% of homes

About 490 Fern St

How much is 490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT is $628,348 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $533,914 to $722,782. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT last sell?

490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT last sold on May 8, 2025 for $575,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT?

490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,058 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT built?

490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT was built in 1880, making it 146 years old. It is a victorian home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT?

490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT is assigned to Bugbee School (elementary), rated A+; 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 490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT compare to other homes in West Hartford 06107?

Among the 7,027 homes in West Hartford 06107, it is worth more than 53% of them ($628,348 against a typical $611,676), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($305 against a typical $317), it is bigger than 58% of them (2,058 ft² against a typical 1,932 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1880 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 86% 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 490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 490 Fern St, West Hartford, CT was $9,945. The county assessed it at $222,090.

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