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$518,180$268 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $85,000 on Jan 2, 1979

8 OLD LANTERN DR S

BETHEL, CT 06801
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,936 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.
1.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$518K
$480K low$556K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Jan 2, 1979

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,511 (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.$279,860 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$91,910
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$187,950
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$279,860
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$195,902

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.44
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.
89
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Raised Ranch
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.49
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, Basement
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(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.

H
Bethel High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Bethel Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Frank A. Berry SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.6 mi

District: Bethel School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06801These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.85

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.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.22,772
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,342 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,833
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$138,904
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

8 Old Lantern Dr S 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 77% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Bethel 06801
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Western Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Bethel 06801

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

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$285K$999K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Bethel 06801.

How it measures up in Bethel 06801

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bethel 06801.

Estimated value$518,180
CheaperTypical $549,561Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$268
CheaperTypical $290Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,926 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size1.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 8 Old Lantern Dr S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBethel 06801Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$518,18042% of homes23% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26830% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,936 ft²51% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.49 ac85% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than197862% of homes67% of homes

About 8 Old Lantern Dr S

How much is 8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT is $518,180 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $480,060 to $556,300. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT last sell?

8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT last sold on Jan 2, 1979 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT?

8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,936 square feet of living space and a 1.49-acre lot.

When was 8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT built?

8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT?

8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT is assigned to Bethel High School (high), rated B+; Bethel Middle School (middle), rated B+; Frank A. Berry School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Bethel School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT compare to other homes in Bethel 06801?

Among the 6,664 homes in Bethel 06801, it is worth more than 42% of them ($518,180 against a typical $549,561), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($268 against a typical $290), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,936 ft² against a typical 1,926 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (1.49 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1978 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 23% 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 8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Old Lantern Dr S, Bethel, CT was $8,511. The county assessed it at $279,860.

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