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$717,123$664 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $445,000 on Aug 9, 2021

23 MELROSE AVE

NORWALK, CT 06855
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,080 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$717K
$685K low$749K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$445,000 · Aug 9, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,513 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$351,340 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$166,580
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$184,760
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$351,340
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$670,444

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.Cape Cod
CountyWESTERN 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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Deck

Transaction History(4)

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
Marvin Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
M
Nathan Hale Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Norwalk High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Norwalk School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06855These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.0%
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.10,199
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,355 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,282
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,140
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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

23 Melrose 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in East Norwalk
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Norwalk 06855
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Western Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Norwalk 06855

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

This home
$210K$3.5M

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Norwalk 06855.

How it measures up in Norwalk 06855

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norwalk 06855.

Estimated value$717,123
CheaperTypical $804,989Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$664
CheaperTypical $521Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,676 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 23 Melrose Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast NorwalkNorwalk 06855Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$717,12352% of homes39% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$66490% of homes79% of homes81% of homes
Living areabigger than1,080 ft²17% of homes12% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac9% of homes15% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than194940% of homes52% of homes23% of homes

About 23 Melrose Ave

How much is 23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT is $717,123 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $685,420 to $748,826. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT last sell?

23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT last sold on Aug 9, 2021 for $445,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT?

23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,080 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT built?

23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT?

23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT is assigned to Marvin Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Nathan Hale Middle School (middle), rated C+; Norwalk High School (high), rated D. All sit in Norwalk School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT compare to other homes in Norwalk 06855?

Among the 2,287 homes in Norwalk 06855, it is worth more than 39% of them ($717,123 against a typical $804,989), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($664 against a typical $521), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,080 ft² against a typical 1,676 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1949 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 44% 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 23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 23 Melrose Ave, Norwalk, CT was $8,513. The county assessed it at $351,340.

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