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$340,120$293 / 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 92How 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 $95,000 on Mar 5, 1997

494 HIGHLAND AVE

WATERBURY, CT 06708
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,161 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.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$340K
$313K low$368K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$95,000 · Mar 5, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,118 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$136,010 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,660
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$105,350
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$194,300

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.Ranch
CountyNAUGATUCK VALLEY
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.1979
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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(4)

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.

H
Kennedy High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
M
West Side Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
E
B. W. Tinker Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi

District: Waterbury School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06708These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,336
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,332 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,073
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,401
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.52 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 Highland 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 75% of homes in West End
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in West End
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in West End
  • Older than 71% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County

What homes are worth in Waterbury 06708

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

This home
$123K$493K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Waterbury 06708.

How it measures up in Waterbury 06708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterbury 06708.

Estimated value$340,120
CheaperTypical $316,643Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$293
CheaperTypical $234Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,161 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,330 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 494 Highland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest EndWaterbury 06708Naugatuck Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$340,12075% of homes63% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29383% of homes80% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,161 ft²26% of homes28% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac92% of homes78% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than195364% of homes40% of homes29% of homes

About 494 Highland Ave

How much is 494 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 494 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT is $340,120 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $312,618 to $367,622. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 494 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT last sell?

494 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT last sold on Mar 5, 1997 for $95,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 494 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT?

494 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,161 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 494 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT built?

494 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 494 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT?

494 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT is assigned to Kennedy High School (high), rated F; West Side Middle School (middle), rated D; B. W. Tinker Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Waterbury School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 494 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT compare to other homes in Waterbury 06708?

Among the 8,806 homes in Waterbury 06708, it is worth more than 63% of them ($340,120 against a typical $316,643), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($293 against a typical $234), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,161 ft² against a typical 1,330 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1953 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Naugatuck Valley County, it is worth more than 36% 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 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 494 Highland Ave, Waterbury, CT was $6,118. The county assessed it at $136,010.

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