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$442,842$295 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

786 HOWE AVE

SHELTON, CT 06484
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,500 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$443K
$397K low$489K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,163 (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.$221,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$89,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$131,950
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$221,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$154,840

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.Ranch
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.1984
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Oil
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

H
Shelton High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Intermediate SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Elizabeth Shelton SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.7 mi

District: Shelton School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06484These 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.50
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 100.68

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.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
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.42,361
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,325 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$115,353
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$133,621
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

786 Howe 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 less than 78% of homes in Shelton 06484
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Shelton 06484
  • Older than 81% of homes in Shelton 06484

What homes are worth in Shelton 06484

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

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$252K$1M

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Shelton 06484.

How it measures up in Shelton 06484

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shelton 06484.

Estimated value$442,842
CheaperTypical $550,632Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$295
CheaperTypical $311Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,500 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,690 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.91 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 786 Howe Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShelton 06484Naugatuck Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$442,84222% of homes62% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29537% of homes71% of homes
Living areabigger than1,500 ft²39% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac19% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than195519% of homes33% of homes

About 786 Howe Ave

How much is 786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT is $442,842 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $397,065 to $488,619. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT last sell?

786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT?

786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,500 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT built?

786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT?

786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT is assigned to Shelton High School (high), rated B; Intermediate School (middle), rated C-; Elizabeth Shelton School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Shelton School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT compare to other homes in Shelton 06484?

Among the 14,545 homes in Shelton 06484, it is worth more than 22% of them ($442,842 against a typical $550,632), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($295 against a typical $311), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,500 ft² against a typical 1,690 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.91 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1955 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Naugatuck Valley County, it is worth more than 62% 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 786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 786 Howe Ave, Shelton, CT was $4,163. The county assessed it at $221,200.

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