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$343,824$240 / 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 93How 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 $120,900 on Dec 1, 1999

255 GORHAM AVE

HAMDEN, CT 06514
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,435 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$344K
$318K low$369K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,900 · Dec 1, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,418 (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.$194,110 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,550
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$154,560
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$120,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$301,467

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
97
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
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Steam
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

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
Helen Street SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.1 mi
H
Hamden High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Hamden Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.6 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

255 Gorham 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 less than 73% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Hamden 06514
  • Older than 92% 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
$131K$556K

This home is worth more than 56% 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$343,824
CheaperTypical $334,462Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$240
CheaperTypical $239Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,435 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,330 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 255 Gorham Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHamden 06514South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$343,82456% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24051% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,435 ft²58% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac8% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than19258% of homes18% of homes

About 255 Gorham Ave

How much is 255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT is $343,824 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $318,361 to $369,287. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT last sell?

255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT last sold on Dec 1, 1999 for $120,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT?

255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,435 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT built?

255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT?

255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT is assigned to Helen Street 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 255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT compare to other homes in Hamden 06514?

Among the 7,923 homes in Hamden 06514, it is worth more than 56% of them ($343,824 against a typical $334,462), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($240 against a typical $239), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,435 ft² against a typical 1,330 ft²), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1925 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 27% 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 255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 255 Gorham Ave, Hamden, CT was $10,418. The county assessed it at $194,110.

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