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$659,066$399 / 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 95How 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 $400,000 on Sep 11, 2017

159 RUSSELL AVE

ORANGE, CT 06477
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,652 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.
0.81 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
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

$659K
$625K low$693K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$400,000 · Sep 11, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,368 (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.$356,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$167,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$188,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$356,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$509,000

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
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.
96
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.Ranch
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.81
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
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

Transaction History(5)

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
Race Brook SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–6 · 0.5 mi
M
Amity Middle School OrangeA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Amity Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 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

159 Russell Ave 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 South Central Connecticut County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Orange 06477
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Orange 06477
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in South Central Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Orange 06477

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

This home
$387K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 59% 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$659,066
CheaperTypical $628,696Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$399
CheaperTypical $319Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,652 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,973 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.81 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 159 Russell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrange 06477South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$659,06659% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39991% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,652 ft²29% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.81 ac32% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than196150% of homes52% of homes

About 159 Russell Ave

How much is 159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT is $659,066 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $624,951 to $693,181. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT last sell?

159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT last sold on Sep 11, 2017 for $400,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT?

159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,652 square feet of living space and a 0.81-acre lot.

When was 159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT built?

159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT?

159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT is assigned to Race Brook School (elementary), rated A; Amity Middle School Orange (middle), 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 159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT compare to other homes in Orange 06477?

Among the 5,028 homes in Orange 06477, it is worth more than 59% of them ($659,066 against a typical $628,696), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($399 against a typical $319), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,652 ft² against a typical 1,973 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.81 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 50% of them (1961 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut 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 159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Russell Ave, Orange, CT was $10,368. The county assessed it at $356,300.

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