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$1,191,344$345 / 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 92How 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 $699,900 on Jul 20, 2021

78 CANDLEWOOD RD

MILFORD, CT 06461
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
3,452 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.
1.79 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2020
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

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$699,900 · Jul 20, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$17,528 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$639,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$222,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$417,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$639,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$879,054

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
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.Colonial
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.79
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Orange Avenue Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi
H
Joseph A. Foran High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
Harborside Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi

District: Milford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06461These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.72

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.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
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.14,386
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,395 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,299
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$144,792
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

78 Candlewood 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Milford 06461
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Milford 06461
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Milford 06461
  • Among the newest homes in Milford 06461

What homes are worth in Milford 06461

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

This home
$251K$972K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Milford 06461.

How it measures up in Milford 06461

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Milford 06461.

Estimated value$1,191,344
CheaperTypical $520,484Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$345
CheaperTypical $330Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area3,452 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size1.79 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built2020
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 78 Candlewood Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMilford 06461South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,191,344almost all homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34559% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than3,452 ft²98% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.79 ac94% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than2020almost all homesalmost all homes

About 78 Candlewood Rd

How much is 78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT is $1,191,344 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,095,499 to $1,287,189. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT last sell?

78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT last sold on Jul 20, 2021 for $699,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT?

78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT has 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 3,452 square feet of living space and a 1.79-acre lot.

When was 78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT built?

78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT was built in 2020, making it 6 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT?

78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT is assigned to Orange Avenue Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Joseph A. Foran High School (high), rated C+; Harborside Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Milford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT compare to other homes in Milford 06461?

Among the 5,613 homes in Milford 06461, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,191,344 against a typical $520,484), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($345 against a typical $330), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,452 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (1.79 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2020 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 97% 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 78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 78 Candlewood Rd, Milford, CT was $17,528. The county assessed it at $639,700.

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