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Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential

8 FOREST AVE

OLD GREENWICH, CT 06870
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,077 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1875
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,894 (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.$719,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$586,950
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$132,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$503,720

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.48
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
96
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.1 percent flood zone

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)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Duplex Single
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
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.1965
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Eastern Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
International School at DundeeA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Greenwich High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Greenwich School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06870These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.99

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.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,255
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,558 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$208,823
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$306,114
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 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

8 Forest 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Among the oldest homes in Old Greenwich 06870

How it measures up in Old Greenwich 06870

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Old Greenwich 06870.

Living area2,077 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,524 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1875
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 8 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOld Greenwich 06870Western Connecticut County
Living areabigger than2,077 ft²36% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac23% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than1875almost no homes2% of homes

About 8 Forest Ave

When did 8 Forest Ave, Old Greenwich, CT last sell?

8 Forest Ave, Old Greenwich, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Forest Ave, Old Greenwich, CT?

8 Forest Ave, Old Greenwich, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,077 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 8 Forest Ave, Old Greenwich, CT built?

8 Forest Ave, Old Greenwich, CT was built in 1875, making it 151 years old. It is a duplex single home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Forest Ave, Old Greenwich, CT?

8 Forest Ave, Old Greenwich, CT is assigned to Eastern Middle School (middle), rated A+; International School at Dundee (elementary), rated A+; Greenwich High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Greenwich School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Forest Ave, Old Greenwich, CT compare to other homes in Old Greenwich 06870?

Among the 2,671 homes in Old Greenwich 06870, it is bigger than 36% of them (2,077 ft² against a typical 2,524 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1875 against a typical 1958). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 8 Forest Ave, Old Greenwich, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8 Forest Ave, Old Greenwich, CT was $8,894. The county assessed it at $719,600.

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