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$211,702$272 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $63,000 on Aug 9, 2018

54 MERRILL ST

WATERBURY, CT 06708
1
Beds
1
Baths
778 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$212K
$197K low$227K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$63,000 · Aug 9, 2018
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$157,702
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$126,162
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.25%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$54,000
PRINCIPAL RESIDENTIAL MTG INC · recorded Jul 23, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,166 (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.$92,610 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$76,160
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$64,827

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.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.1977
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
West Side Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Kennedy High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
E
Driggs Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

54 Merrill St 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 95% of homes in Naugatuck Valley County
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in West End
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Waterbury 06708
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in West End
  • Older than 73% 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$507K

This home is worth more than 10% 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$211,702
CheaperTypical $325,294Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$272
CheaperTypical $245Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area778 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,330 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 54 Merrill St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest EndWaterbury 06708Naugatuck Valley County
Estimated valuepricier than$211,7029% of homes10% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27272% of homes68% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than778 ft²3% of homes2% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac78% of homes60% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than195160% of homes36% of homes27% of homes

About 54 Merrill St

How much is 54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT is $211,702 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $196,614 to $226,790. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT last sell?

54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT last sold on Aug 9, 2018 for $63,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT?

54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 778 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT built?

54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT?

54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT is assigned to West Side Middle School (middle), rated C-; Kennedy High School (high), rated D-; Driggs 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 54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT compare to other homes in Waterbury 06708?

Among the 8,807 homes in Waterbury 06708, it is worth more than 10% of them ($211,702 against a typical $325,294), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($272 against a typical $245), it is bigger than 2% of them (778 ft² against a typical 1,330 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1951 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Naugatuck Valley County, it is worth more than 5% 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 54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 54 Merrill St, Waterbury, CT was $4,166. The county assessed it at $92,610.

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