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$452,020$207 / 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 94How 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 $450,000 on Jul 21, 2026

253 BRAESIDE DR

HAMDEN, CT 06514
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,188 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.
0.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$452K
$424K low$480K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$450,000 · Jul 21, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$13,520 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$260,610 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$200,410
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$173,040
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,427

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.48
39
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.
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.Raised Ranch
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.48
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
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(3)

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.

M
Hamden Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.5 mi
E
Bear Path SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
H
Hamden High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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

253 Braeside Dr 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 90% of homes in Hamden 06514
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Hamden 06514
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Hamden 06514
  • Newer than 69% 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.

This home
$125K$581K

This home is worth more than 90% 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$452,020
CheaperTypical $332,008Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$207
CheaperTypical $242Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area2,188 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,328 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size0.48 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 253 Braeside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHamden 06514South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$452,02090% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20719% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than2,188 ft²88% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.48 ac78% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than197069% of homes63% of homes

About 253 Braeside Dr

How much is 253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT is $452,020 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $423,911 to $480,129. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT last sell?

253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT last sold on Jul 21, 2026 for $450,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT?

253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,188 square feet of living space and a 0.48-acre lot.

When was 253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT built?

253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT?

253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT is assigned to Hamden Middle School (middle), rated C+; Bear Path School (elementary), rated C; Hamden High School (high), rated C. All sit in Hamden School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT compare to other homes in Hamden 06514?

Among the 7,923 homes in Hamden 06514, it is worth more than 90% of them ($452,020 against a typical $332,008), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($207 against a typical $242), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,188 ft² against a typical 1,328 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.48 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1970 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 55% 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 253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 253 Braeside Dr, Hamden, CT was $13,520. The county assessed it at $260,610.

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