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$707,390$217 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $378,000 on Aug 1, 2019

494 ELLSWORTH AVE

NEW HAVEN, CT 06511
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,254 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$707K
$642K low$773K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$378,000 · Aug 1, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,561 (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.$289,310 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$49,140
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$240,170
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$289,310
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$648,823

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
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.
96
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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(3)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
James Hillhouse High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Beecher SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 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

494 Ellsworth 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 more than 97% of homes in Beaver Hills
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in New Haven 06511
  • Older than 89% of homes in South Central Connecticut County

What homes are worth in New Haven 06511

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$141K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in New Haven 06511.

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.

Estimated value$707,390
CheaperTypical $382,072Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $241Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area3,254 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,293 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 494 Ellsworth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBeaver HillsNew Haven 06511South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$707,39097% of homes81% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21746% of homes37% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than3,254 ft²84% of homes76% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac94% of homes96% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than191219% of homes53% of homes11% of homes

About 494 Ellsworth Ave

How much is 494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT is $707,390 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $642,029 to $772,751. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT last sell?

494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT last sold on Aug 1, 2019 for $378,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT?

494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,254 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT built?

494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT?

494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT is assigned to James Hillhouse High School (high), rated F; Beecher School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in New Haven School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT compare to other homes in New Haven 06511?

Among the 6,912 homes in New Haven 06511, it is worth more than 81% of them ($707,390 against a typical $382,072), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($217 against a typical $241), it is bigger than 76% of them (3,254 ft² against a typical 2,293 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1912 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 86% 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 494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 494 Ellsworth Ave, New Haven, CT was $11,561. The county assessed it at $289,310.

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