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$1,152,815$298 / 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 88How 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

79 BRAINARD RD

WEST HARTFORD, CT 06117
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,867 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.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$1.2M
$1M low$1.3M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$21,485 (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.$479,780 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$123,830
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$355,950
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$453,530
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$335,846

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
CountyCAPITOL
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.1983
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.41
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

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

M
King Philip Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Aiken SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Hall High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: West Hartford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06117These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.61

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.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.1%
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.17,931
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,730 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$154,383
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$187,623
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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.56%

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How this home compares

79 Brainard 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 Capitol County
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in Capitol County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Capitol County

What homes are worth in West Hartford 06117

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

This home
$358K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 94% of homes in West Hartford 06117.

How it measures up in West Hartford 06117

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Hartford 06117.

Estimated value$1,152,815
CheaperTypical $580,924Pricier

Pricier than 94% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$298
CheaperTypical $291Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area3,867 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,033 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 79 Brainard Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Hartford 06117Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,152,81594% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29857% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than3,867 ft²92% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac60% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than195648% of homes37% of homes

About 79 Brainard Rd

How much is 79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT is $1,152,815 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $1,010,753 to $1,294,877. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT last sell?

79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT?

79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,867 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT built?

79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT?

79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT is assigned to King Philip Middle School (middle), rated A-; Aiken School (elementary), rated A; Hall High School (high), rated A+. All sit in West Hartford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT compare to other homes in West Hartford 06117?

Among the 5,168 homes in West Hartford 06117, it is worth more than 94% of them ($1,152,815 against a typical $580,924), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($298 against a typical $291), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,867 ft² against a typical 2,033 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1956 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than almost all 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 79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Brainard Rd, West Hartford, CT was $21,485. The county assessed it at $479,780.

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