Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $520,000 on Jul 8, 2021
40 FIFTH ST
NORWALK, CT 06855
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,704 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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.$520,000 · Jul 8, 2021
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.$652,500
UNION HOME MORTGAGE · R · recorded Feb 27, 2024
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,938 (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.$457,670 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$262,080
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,590
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$457,670
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$320,369
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.45 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.70%
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.1 percent flood zone
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.Colonial
CountyWESTERN 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.1977
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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
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(2)
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
Marvin Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
Nathan Hale Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
Norwalk High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
District: Norwalk School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 06855These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.89
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.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.0%
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.10,199
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,355 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,282
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,140
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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%
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
40 Fifth 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.
- Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Western Connecticut County
- Older than 97% of homes in Western Connecticut County
How it measures up in Norwalk 06855
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norwalk 06855.
Living area1,704 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,666 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 51% of homes nearby
Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger
Bigger than 24% of homes nearby
Year built1890
OlderTypical 1947Newer
Newer than 6% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | East Norwalk | Norwalk 06855 | Western Connecticut County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 1,704 ft² | 60% of homes | 51% of homes | 41% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.14 ac | 16% of homes | 24% of homes | 7% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1890 | 4% of homes | 6% of homes | 3% of homes |
About 40 Fifth St
When did 40 Fifth St, Norwalk, CT last sell?
40 Fifth St, Norwalk, CT last sold on Jul 8, 2021 for $520,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 40 Fifth St, Norwalk, CT?
40 Fifth St, Norwalk, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,704 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.
When was 40 Fifth St, Norwalk, CT built?
40 Fifth St, Norwalk, CT was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.
What schools serve 40 Fifth St, Norwalk, CT?
40 Fifth St, Norwalk, CT is assigned to Marvin Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Nathan Hale Middle School (middle), rated C+; Norwalk High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Norwalk School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 40 Fifth St, Norwalk, CT compare to other homes in Norwalk 06855?
Among the 2,287 homes in Norwalk 06855, it is bigger than 51% of them (1,704 ft² against a typical 1,666 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1890 against a typical 1947). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 40 Fifth St, Norwalk, CT?
The 2025 property tax bill for 40 Fifth St, Norwalk, CT was $10,938. The county assessed it at $457,670.
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