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$968,415$433 / 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 82How 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

21 HOWARD AVE

BRANFORD, CT 06405
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,235 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.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$968K
$789K low$1.1M high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,596 (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.$588,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$338,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$250,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$344,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$840,857

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.41
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
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.1989
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
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.

H
Branford High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
E
Mary R. Tisko Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 2.3 mi
M
Francis Walsh Intermediate SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.6 mi

District: Branford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06405These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.119
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
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.27,129
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,012 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,924
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,628
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

21 Howard 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 95% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Branford 06405
  • Has a smaller lot than 72% of homes in Branford 06405
  • Older than 88% of homes in Branford 06405

What homes are worth in Branford 06405

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

This home
$189K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Branford 06405.

How it measures up in Branford 06405

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Branford 06405.

Estimated value$968,415
CheaperTypical $488,233Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$433
CheaperTypical $321Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area2,235 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,464 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 21 Howard Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBranford 06405South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$968,41591% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$43383% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than2,235 ft²80% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac28% of homes36% of homes
Year builtnewer than192012% of homes16% of homes

About 21 Howard Ave

How much is 21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT is $968,415 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $789,293 to $1,147,538. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT last sell?

21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT?

21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT has 2 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,235 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT built?

21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT?

21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT is assigned to Branford High School (high), rated B-; Mary R. Tisko Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Francis Walsh Intermediate School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Branford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT compare to other homes in Branford 06405?

Among the 11,447 homes in Branford 06405, it is worth more than 91% of them ($968,415 against a typical $488,233), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($433 against a typical $321), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,235 ft² against a typical 1,464 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1920 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 95% 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 21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21 Howard Ave, Branford, CT was $12,596. The county assessed it at $588,600.

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