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$1,361,631$440 / 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 90How 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 $96,000 on Oct 1, 1971

5 DEFOREST RD

WILTON, CT 06897
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,098 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.
1.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
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

$1.4M
$1.2M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$96,000 · Oct 1, 1971

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,138 (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.$702,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$293,370
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$408,730
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$702,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$491,470

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.Historical
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.12
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.Wood Shingle
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

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

M
Middlebrook SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Wilton High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
E
Miller-Driscoll School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 3.0 mi

District: Wilton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06897These 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.53
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.94

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.4%
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.20,748
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.761 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$210,807
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$277,551
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.58%

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How this home compares

5 Deforest Rd 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 74% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Wilton 06897
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Wilton 06897

What homes are worth in Wilton 06897

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

This home
$500K$2.8M

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Wilton 06897.

How it measures up in Wilton 06897

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wilton 06897.

Estimated value$1,361,631
CheaperTypical $1,278,588Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$440
CheaperTypical $470Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area3,098 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,782 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size1.12 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 5 Deforest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWilton 06897Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,361,63157% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$44032% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than3,098 ft²61% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.12 ac22% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than197462% of homes60% of homes

About 5 Deforest Rd

How much is 5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT is $1,361,631 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,224,674 to $1,498,589. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT last sell?

5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT last sold on Oct 1, 1971 for $96,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT?

5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,098 square feet of living space and a 1.12-acre lot.

When was 5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT built?

5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a historical home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT?

5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT is assigned to Middlebrook School (middle), rated A+; Wilton High School (high), rated A+; Miller-Driscoll School (elementary). All sit in Wilton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT compare to other homes in Wilton 06897?

Among the 5,949 homes in Wilton 06897, it is worth more than 57% of them ($1,361,631 against a typical $1,278,588), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($440 against a typical $470), it is bigger than 61% of them (3,098 ft² against a typical 2,782 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (1.12 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1974 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 74% 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 5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Deforest Rd, Wilton, CT was $17,138. The county assessed it at $702,100.

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