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$414,557$318 / 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 91How 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

8 PROSPECT ST

CANAAN, CT 06018
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,302 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1851
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

$415K
$376K low$453K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,549 (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.$202,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$166,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$202,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$141,890

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.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
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.
32
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Historical
CountyNORTHWEST HILLS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.

E
Lee H. Kellogg School
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Housatonic Valley Regional High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Canaan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06018These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.55

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
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.2,396
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.168 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,145
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,887
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

8 Prospect St 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 81% of homes in Canaan 06018
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Canaan 06018
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Northwest Hills County
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Canaan 06018
  • Older than 97% of homes in Canaan 06018

What homes are worth in Canaan 06018

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

This home
$151K$1M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Canaan 06018.

How it measures up in Canaan 06018

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Canaan 06018.

Estimated value$414,557
CheaperTypical $306,734Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$318
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,302 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,504 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1851
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 8 Prospect St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCanaan 06018Northwest Hills County
Estimated valuepricier than$414,55781% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31890% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,302 ft²35% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac9% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than18513% of homes4% of homes

About 8 Prospect St

How much is 8 Prospect St, Canaan, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Prospect St, Canaan, CT is $414,557 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $375,665 to $453,449. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Prospect St, Canaan, CT last sell?

8 Prospect St, Canaan, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8 Prospect St, Canaan, CT?

8 Prospect St, Canaan, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,302 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 8 Prospect St, Canaan, CT built?

8 Prospect St, Canaan, CT was built in 1851, making it 175 years old. It is a historical home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Prospect St, Canaan, CT?

8 Prospect St, Canaan, CT is assigned to Lee H. Kellogg School (elementary); Housatonic Valley Regional High School (high), rated C. All sit in Canaan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Prospect St, Canaan, CT compare to other homes in Canaan 06018?

Among the 1,069 homes in Canaan 06018, it is worth more than 81% of them ($414,557 against a typical $306,734), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($318 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,302 ft² against a typical 1,504 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1851 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Northwest Hills County, it is worth more than 48% 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 Prospect St, Canaan, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Prospect St, Canaan, CT was $4,549. The county assessed it at $202,700.

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