Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)Residential
Last sold for $139,000 on Oct 31, 2002
40 MECHANIC ST
NEW HAVEN, CT 06511
5
Beds
3
Baths
3,318 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
14
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.$139,000 · Oct 31, 2002
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,710 (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.$297,220 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$125,580
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$171,640
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$297,220
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$424,600
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.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.45%
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.Triplex (3 Units, Any Combination)
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
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.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
EH
East Rock Community & Cultural Studies Magnet SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.1 mi
Wilbur Cross High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
District: New Haven School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 06511These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.117
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
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.55,979
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,955 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,497
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$93,046
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%
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How this home compares
40 Mechanic 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.
- Bigger than 94% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
- Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
- Older than 92% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
How it measures up in New Haven 06511
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Haven 06511.
Living area3,318 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,305 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 78% of homes nearby
Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger
Bigger than 30% of homes nearby
Year built1900
OlderTypical 1910Newer
Newer than 43% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | East Rock | New Haven 06511 | South Central Connecticut County |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 3,318 ft² | 71% of homes | 78% of homes | 94% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.1 ac | 30% of homes | 30% of homes | 7% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1900 | 58% of homes | 43% of homes | 8% of homes |
About 40 Mechanic St
When did 40 Mechanic St, New Haven, CT last sell?
40 Mechanic St, New Haven, CT last sold on Oct 31, 2002 for $139,000, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 40 Mechanic St, New Haven, CT?
40 Mechanic St, New Haven, CT has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,318 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.
When was 40 Mechanic St, New Haven, CT built?
40 Mechanic St, New Haven, CT was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 3 stories.
What schools serve 40 Mechanic St, New Haven, CT?
40 Mechanic St, New Haven, CT is assigned to East Rock Community & Cultural Studies Magnet School (elementary), rated D+; Wilbur Cross High School (high), rated F. All sit in New Haven School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 40 Mechanic St, New Haven, CT compare to other homes in New Haven 06511?
Among the 6,912 homes in New Haven 06511, it is bigger than 78% of them (3,318 ft² against a typical 2,305 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1900 against a typical 1910). 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 Mechanic St, New Haven, CT?
The 2025 property tax bill for 40 Mechanic St, New Haven, CT was $11,710. The county assessed it at $297,220.
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