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$343,115$240 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $120,000 on Dec 31, 2009

53 LILAC AVE

HAMDEN, CT 06517
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,427 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.
1938
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$343K
$317K low$369K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Dec 31, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,462 (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.$213,570 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,930
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$157,640
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$139,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$342,832

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.
7
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.0.10
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
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(2)

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
Ridge Hill SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.1 mi
H
Hamden High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi
M
Hamden Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Hamden School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06517These 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.78
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 100.68

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
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.14,534
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,380 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,030
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$119,400
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.49 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

53 Lilac 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 less than 74% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Hamden 06517
  • Older than 76% of homes in South Central Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Hamden 06517

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

This home
$153K$1M

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Hamden 06517.

How it measures up in Hamden 06517

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hamden 06517.

Estimated value$343,115
CheaperTypical $384,217Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$240
CheaperTypical $262Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,427 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,529 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 53 Lilac Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHamden 06517South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$343,11536% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24032% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,427 ft²42% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac7% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than193846% of homes24% of homes

About 53 Lilac Ave

How much is 53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT is $343,115 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $317,479 to $368,751. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT last sell?

53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT last sold on Dec 31, 2009 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT?

53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,427 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT built?

53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT?

53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT is assigned to Ridge Hill School (elementary), rated C-; Hamden High School (high), rated D+; Hamden Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Hamden School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT compare to other homes in Hamden 06517?

Among the 4,947 homes in Hamden 06517, it is worth more than 36% of them ($343,115 against a typical $384,217), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($240 against a typical $262), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,427 ft² against a typical 1,529 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1938 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 26% 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 53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 53 Lilac Ave, Hamden, CT was $11,462. The county assessed it at $213,570.

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