Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $275,000 on Mar 13, 2024
259 RUSSO AVE
EAST HAVEN, CT 06513
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,355 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Mar 13, 2024
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$220,000
COMMUNITY SAVINGS BANK · P · recorded Mar 13, 2024
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,977 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$148,820 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,810
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$108,010
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$148,820
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$104,174
Climate Risk
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.43 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.Duplex (2 Units, Any Combination)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountySOUTH CENTRAL 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.1999
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.In-Ground Pool
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.Foreclosure Filings(1)
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EHM
Deer Run Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.6 mi
East Haven High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
Joseph Melillo Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
District: East Haven School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 06513These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.120
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62
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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,531
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,689 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,010
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,381
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No
Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.
How this home compares
259 Russo 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.
- Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in New Haven 06513
- Older than 66% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
How it measures up in New Haven 06513
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Haven 06513.
Living area1,355 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,294 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 54% of homes nearby
Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger
Bigger than 72% of homes nearby
Year built1950
OlderTypical 1960Newer
Newer than 41% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | New Haven 06513 | South Central Connecticut County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,355 ft² | 54% of homes | 39% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.28 ac | 72% of homes | 48% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1950 | 41% of homes | 34% of homes |
About 259 Russo Ave
When did 259 Russo Ave, East Haven, CT last sell?
259 Russo Ave, East Haven, CT last sold on Mar 13, 2024 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 259 Russo Ave, East Haven, CT?
259 Russo Ave, East Haven, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,355 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.
When was 259 Russo Ave, East Haven, CT built?
259 Russo Ave, East Haven, CT was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 259 Russo Ave, East Haven, CT?
259 Russo Ave, East Haven, CT is assigned to Deer Run Elementary School (elementary); East Haven High School (high), rated D; Joseph Melillo Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in East Haven School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 259 Russo Ave, East Haven, CT compare to other homes in New Haven 06513?
Among the 7,601 homes in New Haven 06513, it is bigger than 54% of them (1,355 ft² against a typical 1,294 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1950 against a typical 1960). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 259 Russo Ave, East Haven, CT?
The 2025 property tax bill for 259 Russo Ave, East Haven, CT was $4,977. The county assessed it at $148,820.
Closest homes
- 76 Brennan St$299K105 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,008 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 267 Russo Ave$315K115 ft · 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,200 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 254 Russo Ave$369K179 ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 936 ft² · Sold $217K · Aug 2019
- 82 Brennan St$320K191 ft · 2 bd · 1 ba · 972 ft² · Sold $129K · Nov 1990
- 258 Russo Ave180 ft · 5 bd · 3 ba · 2,306 ft² · Sold $487K · Sep 2023
- 249 Russo Ave178 ft · 5 bd · 2 ba · 2,124 ft² · Sold $400K · Jun 2023
- 48 Brennan St$356K244 ft · 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,224 ft² · Sold $135K · Nov 2019
- 275 Russo Ave$316K205 ft · 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,160 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
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