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$398,492$182 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $245,000 on Sep 7, 2021

240 BENHAM ST

HAMDEN, CT 06514
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,191 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.
0.44 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
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.

Valuation

$398K
$362K low$435K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$245,000 · Sep 7, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,845 (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.$239,330 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,010
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$180,320
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$169,120
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$398,451

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.
60
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.Split Level
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.44
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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.In-Ground Pool

Transaction History(8)

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
Dunbar Hill SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.4 mi
H
Hamden High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Hamden Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Hamden School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06514These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.27,862
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,392 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,667
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,642
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

240 Benham St 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 81% of homes in Hamden 06514
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Hamden 06514
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Hamden 06514

What homes are worth in Hamden 06514

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

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$127K$565K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Hamden 06514.

How it measures up in Hamden 06514

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hamden 06514.

Estimated value$398,492
CheaperTypical $334,228Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$182
CheaperTypical $239Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area2,191 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,326 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.44 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 240 Benham St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHamden 06514South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$398,49281% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1828% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than2,191 ft²87% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.44 ac71% of homes63% of homes
Year builtnewer than196060% of homes50% of homes

About 240 Benham St

How much is 240 Benham St, Hamden, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 240 Benham St, Hamden, CT is $398,492 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $362,232 to $434,752. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 240 Benham St, Hamden, CT last sell?

240 Benham St, Hamden, CT last sold on Sep 7, 2021 for $245,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 240 Benham St, Hamden, CT?

240 Benham St, Hamden, CT has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,191 square feet of living space and a 0.44-acre lot.

When was 240 Benham St, Hamden, CT built?

240 Benham St, Hamden, CT was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 240 Benham St, Hamden, CT?

240 Benham St, Hamden, CT is assigned to Dunbar Hill School (elementary), rated D-; Hamden High School (high), rated D+; Hamden Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Hamden School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 240 Benham St, Hamden, CT compare to other homes in Hamden 06514?

Among the 7,923 homes in Hamden 06514, it is worth more than 81% of them ($398,492 against a typical $334,228), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($182 against a typical $239), it is bigger than 87% of them (2,191 ft² against a typical 1,326 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.44 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1960 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 41% 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 240 Benham St, Hamden, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 240 Benham St, Hamden, CT was $12,845. The county assessed it at $239,330.

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