Residential - Vacant LandResidential
279 HEMLOCK DR
ORANGE, CT 06477
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,643 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.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
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.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,401 (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.$185,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$185,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$305,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$265,143
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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
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.
97
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
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.Residential - Vacant Land
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
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
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.
EMH
Peck Place SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–6 · 0.6 mi
Amity Middle School OrangeA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.5 mi
Amity Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 mi
District: Regional High School District 05
Neighborhood · ZIP 06477These 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.49
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.13,889
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.806 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$148,135
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$164,526
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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
279 Hemlock 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.
- Smaller than 72% of homes in Orange 06477
- Has a bigger lot than 79% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
How it measures up in Orange 06477
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orange 06477.
Living area1,643 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,963 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 28% of homes nearby
Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger
Bigger than 42% of homes nearby
Year built1958
OlderTypical 1962Newer
Newer than 38% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Orange 06477 | South Central Connecticut County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,643 ft² | 28% of homes | 56% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.92 ac | 42% of homes | 79% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1958 | 38% of homes | 47% of homes |
About 279 Hemlock Dr
When did 279 Hemlock Dr, Orange, CT last sell?
279 Hemlock Dr, Orange, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 279 Hemlock Dr, Orange, CT?
279 Hemlock Dr, Orange, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,643 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.
When was 279 Hemlock Dr, Orange, CT built?
279 Hemlock Dr, Orange, CT was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 279 Hemlock Dr, Orange, CT?
279 Hemlock Dr, Orange, CT is assigned to Peck Place School (elementary), rated A; Amity Middle School Orange (middle), rated A; Amity Regional High School (high), rated A. All sit in Regional High School District 05. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 279 Hemlock Dr, Orange, CT compare to other homes in Orange 06477?
Among the 5,028 homes in Orange 06477, it is bigger than 28% of them (1,643 ft² against a typical 1,963 ft²), its lot is bigger than 42% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1958 against a typical 1962). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 279 Hemlock Dr, Orange, CT?
The 2025 property tax bill for 279 Hemlock Dr, Orange, CT was $5,401. The county assessed it at $185,600.
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