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$370,033$425 / 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 94How 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 $127,600 on Jan 17, 2023

538 FOREST RD

NORTHFORD, CT 06472
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
871 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.
1.04 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1855
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

$370K
$349K low$391K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$127,600 · Jan 17, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,651 (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.$240,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$116,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$124,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$169,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,630

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.49
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.28 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 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.Historical
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.04
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

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(1)

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

H
North Branford High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
North Branford Intermediate SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
E
Jerome Harrison School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 3.0 mi

District: North Branford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06472These 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.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,153
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.357 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$116,692
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$164,312
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

538 Forest 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 less than 95% of homes in Northford 06472
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Among the smallest homes in Northford 06472
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Among the oldest homes in South Central Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Northford 06472

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

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$317K$894K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Northford 06472.

How it measures up in Northford 06472

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Northford 06472.

Estimated value$370,033
CheaperTypical $553,578Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$425
CheaperTypical $331Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area871 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,624 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.04 ac
SmallerTypical 0.95 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1855
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 538 Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthford 06472South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$370,0335% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$42591% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than871 ft²almost no homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.04 ac64% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than18553% of homesalmost no homes

About 538 Forest Rd

How much is 538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT is $370,033 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $349,380 to $390,686. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT last sell?

538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT last sold on Jan 17, 2023 for $127,600, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT?

538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 871 square feet of living space and a 1.04-acre lot.

When was 538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT built?

538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT was built in 1855, making it 171 years old. It is a historical home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT?

538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT is assigned to North Branford High School (high), rated B+; North Branford Intermediate School (middle), rated C+; Jerome Harrison School (elementary). All sit in North Branford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT compare to other homes in Northford 06472?

Among the 2,320 homes in Northford 06472, it is worth more than 5% of them ($370,033 against a typical $553,578), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($425 against a typical $331), it is bigger than almost none of them (871 ft² against a typical 1,624 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (1.04 ac against a typical 0.95 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1855 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 35% 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 538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 538 Forest Rd, Northford, CT was $6,651. The county assessed it at $240,900.

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