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$511,452$226 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $259,900 on Dec 31, 1990

5 SHORTELL DR

ANSONIA, CT 06401
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,268 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.
1.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$511K
$474K low$549K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$259,900 · Dec 31, 1990

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,534 (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.$263,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$56,420
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$207,480
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$263,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$184,730

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
CountyNAUGATUCK VALLEY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.34
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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(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.

E
Prendergast SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi

District: Ansonia School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06401These 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.148
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 100.69

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.19,793
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,088 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,317
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,812
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.51 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

5 Shortell 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.

  • Worth more than 93% of homes in Ansonia 06401
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Ansonia 06401
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Ansonia 06401
  • Among the largest lots in Ansonia 06401
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Ansonia 06401

What homes are worth in Ansonia 06401

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

This home
$216K$556K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Ansonia 06401.

How it measures up in Ansonia 06401

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ansonia 06401.

Estimated value$511,452
CheaperTypical $390,371Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$226
CheaperTypical $294Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area2,268 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,488 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size1.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 5 Shortell Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAnsonia 06401Naugatuck Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$511,45293% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22615% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than2,268 ft²81% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.34 acalmost all homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than198990% of homes81% of homes

About 5 Shortell Dr

How much is 5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT is $511,452 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $474,198 to $548,706. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT last sell?

5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT last sold on Dec 31, 1990 for $259,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT?

5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,268 square feet of living space and a 1.34-acre lot.

When was 5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT built?

5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT?

5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT is assigned to Prendergast School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Ansonia School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT compare to other homes in Ansonia 06401?

Among the 5,259 homes in Ansonia 06401, it is worth more than 93% of them ($511,452 against a typical $390,371), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($226 against a typical $294), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,268 ft² against a typical 1,488 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (1.34 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (1989 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Naugatuck Valley County, it is worth more than 74% 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 5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Shortell Dr, Ansonia, CT was $7,534. The county assessed it at $263,900.

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