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$626,305$271 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

856 BIRCHWOOD DR

ORANGE, CT 06477
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,315 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.
0.47 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$626K
$587K low$666K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,929 (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.$341,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$156,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$184,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$341,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$487,428

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.43
1
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.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
39
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Colonial
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.47
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Amity Middle School OrangeA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Race Brook SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–6 · 0.9 mi
H
Amity Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.8 mi

District: Orange School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06477These 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.49
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 100.70

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.13,889
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.806 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$148,135
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$164,526
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

856 Birchwood Dr 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 79% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Orange 06477
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Orange 06477
  • Older than 91% of homes in Orange 06477

What homes are worth in Orange 06477

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

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$377K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Orange 06477.

How it measures up in Orange 06477

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orange 06477.

Estimated value$626,305
CheaperTypical $627,886Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$271
CheaperTypical $320Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area2,315 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,972 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.47 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 856 Birchwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrange 06477South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$626,30549% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27120% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than2,315 ft²67% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.47 ac5% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than19419% of homes27% of homes

About 856 Birchwood Dr

How much is 856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT is $626,305 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $586,670 to $665,940. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT last sell?

856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT?

856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,315 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT built?

856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT?

856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT is assigned to Amity Middle School Orange (middle), rated A; Race Brook School (elementary), rated A; Amity Regional High School (high), rated A. All sit in Orange School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT compare to other homes in Orange 06477?

Among the 5,028 homes in Orange 06477, it is worth more than 49% of them ($626,305 against a typical $627,886), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($271 against a typical $320), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,315 ft² against a typical 1,972 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.47 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1941 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 79% 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 856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 856 Birchwood Dr, Orange, CT was $9,929. The county assessed it at $341,200.

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