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$328,884$264 / 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 95How 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 $147,000 on Mar 13, 2012

540 S FOREST ST

DENVER, CO 80246
Building report
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,247 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.
1,830 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
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

$329K
$311K low$347K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$147,000 · Mar 13, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,901 (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.$24,850 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,390
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$4,390
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$23,330
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$352,400

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.38
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
22
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
66
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Condominium
CountyDENVER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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.Porch · 62 ft²

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
McMeen Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
H
George Washington High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Hill Campus of Arts and SciencesD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Denver County School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 80246These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.40%
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.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,031
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,975 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,386
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,123
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.18 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

540 S 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 less than 86% of homes in Denver County
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Denver 80246
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Denver County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Washington Virginia Vale

What homes are worth in Denver 80246

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

This home
$166K$4.2M

This home is worth more than 23% of homes in Denver 80246.

How it measures up in Denver 80246

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Denver 80246.

Estimated value$328,884
CheaperTypical $599,000Pricier

Pricier than 23% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$264
CheaperTypical $365Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,247 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,750 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size1,830 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 540 S Forest St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWashington Virginia ValeDenver 80246Denver County
Estimated valuepricier than$328,88432% of homes23% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26434% of homes11% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,247 ft²39% of homes36% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,830 ft²38% of homes30% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than198181% of homes65% of homes68% of homes

About 540 S Forest St

How much is 540 S Forest St, Denver, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 540 S Forest St, Denver, CO is $328,884 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $310,846 to $346,922. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 540 S Forest St, Denver, CO last sell?

540 S Forest St, Denver, CO last sold on Mar 13, 2012 for $147,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 540 S Forest St, Denver, CO?

540 S Forest St, Denver, CO has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,247 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 540 S Forest St, Denver, CO built?

540 S Forest St, Denver, CO was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 540 S Forest St, Denver, CO?

540 S Forest St, Denver, CO is assigned to McMeen Elementary School (elementary), rated D; George Washington High School (high), rated C+; Hill Campus of Arts and Sciences (middle), rated D+. All sit in Denver County School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 540 S Forest St, Denver, CO compare to other homes in Denver 80246?

Among the 2,238 homes in Denver 80246, it is worth more than 23% of them ($328,884 against a typical $599,000), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($264 against a typical $365), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,247 ft² against a typical 1,750 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (1,830 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1981 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Denver County, it is worth more than 14% 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 540 S Forest St, Denver, CO?

The 2025 property tax bill for 540 S Forest St, Denver, CO was $1,901. The county assessed it at $24,850.

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