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$995,914$264 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $920,000 on Sep 25, 2023

8971 FORREST DR

HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80126
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,771 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$996K
$926K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$920,000 · Sep 25, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,651 (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.$68,510 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,240
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$56,270
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$63,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,007,526

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.51
43
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
30
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
75
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.10 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.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
CountyDOUGLAS
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.2021
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Porch · 1,088 ft²

Transaction History(9)

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
Cougar Run Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.2 mi
M
Cresthill Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Highlands Ranch High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Douglas County School District Re-1

Neighborhood · ZIP 80126These 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.44
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.98%
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.1.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.45,993
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,238 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$152,234
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$176,107
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.19 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.69%

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How this home compares

8971 Forrest 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 82% of homes in Northridge
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Northridge
  • Bigger than 85% of homes in Northridge
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Northridge

What homes are worth in Littleton 80126

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

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$343K$2M

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Littleton 80126.

How it measures up in Littleton 80126

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Littleton 80126.

Estimated value$995,914
CheaperTypical $751,593Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$264
CheaperTypical $301Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area3,771 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,678 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 8971 Forrest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthridgeLittleton 80126Douglas County
Estimated valuepricier than$995,91482% of homes77% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26423% of homes26% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than3,771 ft²85% of homes78% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac53% of homes52% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than199680% of homes50% of homes31% of homes

About 8971 Forrest Dr

How much is 8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO is $995,914 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $926,013 to $1,065,815. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO last sell?

8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO last sold on Sep 25, 2023 for $920,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO?

8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,771 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO built?

8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO?

8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO is assigned to Cougar Run Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Cresthill Middle School (middle), rated B-; Highlands Ranch High School (high), rated A. All sit in Douglas County School District Re-1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO compare to other homes in Littleton 80126?

Among the 14,609 homes in Littleton 80126, it is worth more than 77% of them ($995,914 against a typical $751,593), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($264 against a typical $301), it is bigger than 78% of them (3,771 ft² against a typical 2,678 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1996 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Douglas County, it is worth more than 82% 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 8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8971 Forrest Dr, Highlands Ranch, CO was $5,651. The county assessed it at $68,510.

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