The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 06751 sells for about $699,900, or $359 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (-0.1327%), a market in balance. Homes take about 34 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,610 a month.
ZIP 06751 — Bethlehem
The housing market in 06751 is characterized by low inventory and stable pricing, reflecting its status as a quiet, rural residential enclave. Sales volume remains low, which is typical for this small market, and buyers are finding a balanced environment with little price volatility. The market is driven by local demand for single-family homes rather than speculative investment.
This ZIP is best suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle who are comfortable with a car-dependent commute to nearby employment centers.
Median prices moved down 0.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 34 days on market with 5.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.8% · poverty 2.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.6%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 06751, Litchfield County, CT
Bethlehem is a small, rural community with low crime rates that are significantly lower than the regional and national averages.
The area is served by Regional School District 14, which is generally well-regarded for its small class sizes and community-focused educational environment.
The region faces standard New England risks including winter storms and occasional flooding; property insurance remains stable but premiums are sensitive to regional wildfire and storm risk assessments.
Economic momentum is driven by its status as a residential bedroom community with limited commercial development, focusing on preserving its rural character.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Connecticut) — Municipal Real Property Tax Assessment & Mill Rate Mechanics: Under C.G.S. § 12-62a, all taxable real property is assessed uniformly at a mandatory 70% assessment ratio of its fair market value (FMV). Real property tax is computed annually using the formula: Assessed Value = Fair Market Value × 0.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving to employment hubs in Waterbury or Danbury via state routes.
The area features access to the Bethlehem Fairgrounds, local hiking trails, and proximity to regional lakes and golf courses in Litchfield County.
The rental market is limited, consisting mostly of single-family homes; vacancy pressure is low due to the scarcity of multi-family inventory.
The local economy is primarily residential with a mix of small businesses, agriculture, and residents commuting to larger regional employers in the manufacturing and healthcare sectors.
Public transit is virtually non-existent; the area relies entirely on private vehicle transportation via state highways.
Development is strictly managed by local zoning to maintain the town's rural, historic aesthetic.
The Litchfield County assessment regime follows standard Connecticut property tax statutes with periodic revaluations.
Parcels are subject to standard municipal and regional school district taxes; no special utility or hospital districts are attached.
Property insurance is readily available, though premiums are influenced by the rural nature of the area and proximity to emergency services.
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Data retrieved from Census Reporter and US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
Hosts the annual Bethlehem Fair and various community events.
Provides local recreational opportunities for fishing and boating.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.