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$488,692$249 / 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 95How 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 $164,000 on Nov 28, 1994

79 FORSYTH RD

SALEM, CT 06420
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,960 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.
4.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$489K
$466K low$511K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$164,000 · Nov 28, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,977 (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.$197,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$148,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$197,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$138,530

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
CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.06
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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.

E
Salem SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.4 mi
H
East Lyme High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.6 mi

District: Salem School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06420These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.40%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,100
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.136 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,032
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$143,353
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.56%

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How this home compares

79 Forsyth 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.

  • Worth more than 66% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Salem 06420
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Southeastern Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Salem 06420

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

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$132K$912K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Salem 06420.

How it measures up in Salem 06420

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Salem 06420.

Estimated value$488,692
CheaperTypical $490,530Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$249
CheaperTypical $272Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,796 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size4.06 ac
SmallerTypical 2.11 acBigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 79 Forsyth Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSalem 06420Southeastern Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$488,69249% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24932% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,960 ft²59% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.06 ac74% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than199472% of homes81% of homes

About 79 Forsyth Rd

How much is 79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT is $488,692 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $466,496 to $510,888. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT last sell?

79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT last sold on Nov 28, 1994 for $164,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT?

79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,960 square feet of living space and a 4.06-acre lot.

When was 79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT built?

79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT?

79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT is assigned to Salem School (elementary), rated B; East Lyme High School (high), rated A. All sit in Salem School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT compare to other homes in Salem 06420?

Among the 1,720 homes in Salem 06420, it is worth more than 49% of them ($488,692 against a typical $490,530), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($249 against a typical $272), it is bigger than 59% of them (1,960 ft² against a typical 1,796 ft²), its lot is bigger than 74% of them (4.06 ac against a typical 2.11 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1994 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Southeastern Connecticut County, it is worth more than 66% 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 79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Forsyth Rd, Salem, CT was $5,977. The county assessed it at $197,900.

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