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$390,756$235 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

78 ESTHER AVE

WATERBURY, CT 06708
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,666 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$391K
$360K low$422K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,548 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$190,050 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$165,550
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$271,500

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
CountyNAUGATUCK VALLEY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Hot Water
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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.Deck

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
B. W. Tinker Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
West Side Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Kennedy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Waterbury School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06708These 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 100.69

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
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.32,336
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,073
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,401
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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 Esther Ave 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 93% of homes in Town Plot
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Town Plot
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Town Plot

What homes are worth in Waterbury 06708

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

This home
$121K$489K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Waterbury 06708.

How it measures up in Waterbury 06708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterbury 06708.

Estimated value$390,756
CheaperTypical $316,707Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$235
CheaperTypical $234Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,666 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,330 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 78 Esther Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTown PlotWaterbury 06708Naugatuck Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$390,75693% of homes84% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23545% of homes50% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,666 ft²79% of homes72% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac37% of homes27% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than198989% of homes89% of homes81% of homes

About 78 Esther Ave

How much is 78 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT is $390,756 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $359,876 to $421,636. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT last sell?

78 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 78 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT?

78 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,666 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 78 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT built?

78 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT?

78 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT is assigned to B. W. Tinker Elementary School (elementary), rated D; West Side Middle School (middle), rated D; Kennedy High School (high), rated F. All sit in Waterbury School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT compare to other homes in Waterbury 06708?

Among the 8,806 homes in Waterbury 06708, it is worth more than 84% of them ($390,756 against a typical $316,707), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($235 against a typical $234), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,666 ft² against a typical 1,330 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (1989 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Naugatuck Valley County, it is worth more than 51% 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 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 78 Esther Ave, Waterbury, CT was $8,548. The county assessed it at $190,050.

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