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$286,875$162 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $164,500 on Dec 5, 2022

78 FORSTER ST

HARTFORD, CT 06106
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,775 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1946
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

$287K
$258K low$315K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$164,500 · Dec 5, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,814 (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.$55,309 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,865
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,444
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$38,716

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.Cape Cod
CountyCAPITOL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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

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(4)

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

E
Expeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
E.B. Kennelly SchoolD
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Hartford Public High School Nursing and Health Sciences Academy
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Hartford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06106These 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.113
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 100.62

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.37,362
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,908 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,892
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,037
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

78 Forster 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 84% of homes in Capitol County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in South West
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in South West
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Capitol County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Capitol County

What homes are worth in Hartford 06106

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

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$48K$370K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Hartford 06106.

How it measures up in Hartford 06106

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hartford 06106.

Estimated value$286,875
CheaperTypical $247,145Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$162
CheaperTypical $214Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,775 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,220 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1936Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 78 Forster St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth WestHartford 06106Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$286,87545% of homes73% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1624% of homes25% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,775 ft²73% of homes69% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac61% of homes55% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than194650% of homes61% of homes22% of homes

About 78 Forster St

How much is 78 Forster St, Hartford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78 Forster St, Hartford, CT is $286,875 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $258,473 to $315,277. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78 Forster St, Hartford, CT last sell?

78 Forster St, Hartford, CT last sold on Dec 5, 2022 for $164,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 78 Forster St, Hartford, CT?

78 Forster St, Hartford, CT has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,775 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 78 Forster St, Hartford, CT built?

78 Forster St, Hartford, CT was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 Forster St, Hartford, CT?

78 Forster St, Hartford, CT is assigned to Expeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan School (elementary), rated C-; E.B. Kennelly School (middle), rated D; Hartford Public High School Nursing and Health Sciences Academy (high). All sit in Hartford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 Forster St, Hartford, CT compare to other homes in Hartford 06106?

Among the 6,782 homes in Hartford 06106, it is worth more than 73% of them ($286,875 against a typical $247,145), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($162 against a typical $214), it is bigger than 69% of them (1,775 ft² against a typical 1,220 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1946 against a typical 1936). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 16% 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 Forster St, Hartford, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 78 Forster St, Hartford, CT was $3,814. The county assessed it at $55,309.

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