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$248,536$97 / 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 $52,000 on Nov 26, 2012

55 WATER ST

MERIDEN, CT 06451
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,560 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
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

$249K
$231K low$266K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$52,000 · Nov 26, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,069 (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.$160,090 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,130
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$134,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$228,700

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.52
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
59
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.25 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.Colonial
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.Radiant
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(5)

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
John Barry SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Lincoln Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Orville H. Platt High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Meriden School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06451These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
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.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,237
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,428 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,547
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,647
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

55 Water 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 92% of homes in Meriden 06451
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Meriden 06451
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Meriden 06451
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Meriden 06451

What homes are worth in Meriden 06451

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

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$198K$620K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Meriden 06451.

How it measures up in Meriden 06451

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Meriden 06451.

Estimated value$248,536
CheaperTypical $334,540Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$97
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,560 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,528 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 55 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeriden 06451South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$248,5368% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$97almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,560 ft²89% of homes85% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac20% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than195858% of homes47% of homes

About 55 Water St

How much is 55 Water St, Meriden, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 55 Water St, Meriden, CT is $248,536 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $230,794 to $266,278. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 55 Water St, Meriden, CT last sell?

55 Water St, Meriden, CT last sold on Nov 26, 2012 for $52,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 55 Water St, Meriden, CT?

55 Water St, Meriden, CT has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,560 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 55 Water St, Meriden, CT built?

55 Water St, Meriden, CT was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 55 Water St, Meriden, CT?

55 Water St, Meriden, CT is assigned to John Barry School (elementary), rated B+; Lincoln Middle School (middle), rated C; Orville H. Platt High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Meriden School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 55 Water St, Meriden, CT compare to other homes in Meriden 06451?

Among the 6,687 homes in Meriden 06451, it is worth more than 8% of them ($248,536 against a typical $334,540), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($97 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 89% of them (2,560 ft² against a typical 1,528 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1958 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 8% 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 55 Water St, Meriden, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 55 Water St, Meriden, CT was $6,069. The county assessed it at $160,090.

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