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$419,223$222 / 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 94How 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 $215,000 on Jul 2, 2014

518 PRESTON AVE

MERIDEN, CT 06450
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,890 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.
0.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$419K
$394K low$444K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$215,000 · Jul 2, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,380 (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.$159,110 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,160
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$103,950
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$227,300

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
97
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.Cape Cod
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.37
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
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, Attached
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(8)

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
Nathan Hale SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Francis T. Maloney High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Washington Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Meriden School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06450These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.35,073
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,402 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,956
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,990
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

518 Preston 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 86% of homes in Meriden 06450
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Meriden 06450
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Meriden 06450
  • Older than 71% of homes in Meriden 06450

What homes are worth in Meriden 06450

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

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$103K$516K

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Meriden 06450.

How it measures up in Meriden 06450

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Meriden 06450.

Estimated value$419,223
CheaperTypical $322,870Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$222
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,890 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,385 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 518 Preston Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeriden 06450South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$419,22386% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22246% of homes16% of homes
Living areabigger than1,890 ft²77% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.37 ac70% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than194929% of homes32% of homes

About 518 Preston Ave

How much is 518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT is $419,223 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $394,229 to $444,217. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT last sell?

518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT last sold on Jul 2, 2014 for $215,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT?

518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,890 square feet of living space and a 0.37-acre lot.

When was 518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT built?

518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT was built in 1949, making it 77 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT?

518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT is assigned to Nathan Hale School (elementary), rated A; Francis T. Maloney High School (high), rated C-; Washington Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Meriden School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT compare to other homes in Meriden 06450?

Among the 10,576 homes in Meriden 06450, it is worth more than 86% of them ($419,223 against a typical $322,870), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($222 against a typical $227), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,890 ft² against a typical 1,385 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.37 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1949 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 46% 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 518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 518 Preston Ave, Meriden, CT was $6,380. The county assessed it at $159,110.

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