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$408,216$233 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $264,900 on Aug 20, 2018

253 NICHOLSON ST

NEWINGTON, CT 06111
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,754 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.
0.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
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

$408K
$383K low$433K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$264,900 · Aug 20, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,131 (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.$178,370 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,330
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$121,040
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$178,480
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$124,859

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
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.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
20
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
CountyCAPITOL
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.1991
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.49
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
John Paterson SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.6 mi
M
John Wallace Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Newington High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Newington School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06111These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
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.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,056
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,308 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,508
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$119,570
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.50 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.56%

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How this home compares

253 Nicholson 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 68% of homes in Newington 06111
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Newington 06111
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Newington 06111
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Newington 06111

What homes are worth in Newington 06111

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

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$182K$663K

This home is worth more than 68% of homes in Newington 06111.

How it measures up in Newington 06111

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Newington 06111.

Estimated value$408,216
CheaperTypical $370,998Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$233
CheaperTypical $262Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,754 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,372 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 253 Nicholson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNewington 06111Capitol County
Estimated valuepricier than$408,21668% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23326% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,754 ft²78% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac91% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than195939% of homes42% of homes

About 253 Nicholson St

How much is 253 Nicholson St, Newington, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 253 Nicholson St, Newington, CT is $408,216 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $383,212 to $433,220. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 253 Nicholson St, Newington, CT last sell?

253 Nicholson St, Newington, CT last sold on Aug 20, 2018 for $264,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 253 Nicholson St, Newington, CT?

253 Nicholson St, Newington, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,754 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 253 Nicholson St, Newington, CT built?

253 Nicholson St, Newington, CT was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 253 Nicholson St, Newington, CT?

253 Nicholson St, Newington, CT is assigned to John Paterson School (elementary), rated C; John Wallace Middle School (middle), rated B-; Newington High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Newington School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 253 Nicholson St, Newington, CT compare to other homes in Newington 06111?

Among the 11,322 homes in Newington 06111, it is worth more than 68% of them ($408,216 against a typical $370,998), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($233 against a typical $262), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,754 ft² against a typical 1,372 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.49 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1959 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Capitol County, it is worth more than 54% 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 Nicholson St, Newington, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 253 Nicholson St, Newington, CT was $7,131. The county assessed it at $178,370.

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