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$324,608$149 / 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 $198,600 on Aug 18, 2008

56 MERRITT ST

HAMDEN, CT 06517
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,179 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.
0.72 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1916
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.

Valuation

$325K
$303K low$347K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$198,600 · Aug 18, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,932 (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.$222,320 (2026)
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.$167,160
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$140,280
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$371,927

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.59
96
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.
95
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.84 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.92%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.72
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(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 · 0.8 mi
H
Hamden High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Hamden Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.2 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

56 Merritt 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 78% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Hamden 06517
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Hamden 06517
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Hamden 06517
  • Older than 95% of homes in Hamden 06517

What homes are worth in Hamden 06517

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

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$152K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 28% 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$324,608
CheaperTypical $384,525Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$149
CheaperTypical $262Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,179 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,522 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.72 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1916
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 56 Merritt St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHamden 06517South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$324,60828% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$149almost no homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than2,179 ft²82% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.72 ac98% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than19165% of homes12% of homes

About 56 Merritt St

How much is 56 Merritt St, Hamden, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 56 Merritt St, Hamden, CT is $324,608 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $302,522 to $346,694. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 56 Merritt St, Hamden, CT last sell?

56 Merritt St, Hamden, CT last sold on Aug 18, 2008 for $198,600, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 56 Merritt St, Hamden, CT?

56 Merritt St, Hamden, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,179 square feet of living space and a 0.72-acre lot.

When was 56 Merritt St, Hamden, CT built?

56 Merritt St, Hamden, CT was built in 1916, making it 110 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 56 Merritt St, Hamden, CT?

56 Merritt St, 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 56 Merritt St, Hamden, CT compare to other homes in Hamden 06517?

Among the 4,947 homes in Hamden 06517, it is worth more than 28% of them ($324,608 against a typical $384,525), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($149 against a typical $262), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,179 ft² against a typical 1,522 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (0.72 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1916 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 22% 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 56 Merritt St, Hamden, CT?

The 2026 property tax bill for 56 Merritt St, Hamden, CT was $11,932. The county assessed it at $222,320.

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