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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $363,000 on Nov 30, 2005

78 JAMES ST

DANBURY, CT 06810
5
Beds
2
Baths
1,624 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1901
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$363,000 · Nov 30, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,072 (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.$283,010 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$63,420
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$219,590
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$271,320
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,107

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
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.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
32
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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
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, Detached
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(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.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

M
Broadview Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Ellsworth Avenue SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Danbury High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Danbury School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06810These 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.112
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.87

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.61,442
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,957 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,655
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,815
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 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 James 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Western Connecticut County

How it measures up in Danbury 06810

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Danbury 06810.

Living area1,624 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,452 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1901
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 78 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDanbury 06810Western Connecticut County
Living areabigger than1,624 ft²60% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac48% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than190113% of homes5% of homes

About 78 James St

When did 78 James St, Danbury, CT last sell?

78 James St, Danbury, CT last sold on Nov 30, 2005 for $363,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 78 James St, Danbury, CT?

78 James St, Danbury, CT has 5 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,624 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 78 James St, Danbury, CT built?

78 James St, Danbury, CT was built in 1901, making it 125 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 78 James St, Danbury, CT?

78 James St, Danbury, CT is assigned to Broadview Middle School (middle), rated D+; Ellsworth Avenue School (elementary), rated D; Danbury High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Danbury School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78 James St, Danbury, CT compare to other homes in Danbury 06810?

Among the 12,737 homes in Danbury 06810, it is bigger than 60% of them (1,624 ft² against a typical 1,452 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1901 against a typical 1971). 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 James St, Danbury, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78 James St, Danbury, CT was $7,072. The county assessed it at $283,010.

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