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$681,695$318 / 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 90How 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 $270,000 on Jan 15, 2009

56 RUSSELL AVE

ORANGE, CT 06477
4
Beds
2
Baths
2,145 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.
1.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$682K
$612K low$752K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Jan 15, 2009
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.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
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.107%
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.$425,000
FREEMONT INVESTMENT & LOAN · recorded Oct 25, 2006
2nd 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.$269,000
WEBSTER BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,395 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$288,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$178,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$110,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$288,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$201,950

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.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
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.Ranch
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.36
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(7)

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(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Race Brook SchoolA
Elementary · Grades 1–6 · 0.4 mi
M
Amity Middle School OrangeA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Amity Regional High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 mi

District: Orange School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06477These 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.49
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.70

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.13,889
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.806 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$148,135
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$164,526
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

56 Russell 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 83% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Bigger than 76% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Orange 06477

What homes are worth in Orange 06477

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

This home
$413K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Orange 06477.

How it measures up in Orange 06477

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Orange 06477.

Estimated value$681,695
CheaperTypical $658,082Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$318
CheaperTypical $331Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area2,145 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,973 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size1.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 56 Russell Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOrange 06477South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$681,69557% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31840% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than2,145 ft²59% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.36 ac85% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than195528% of homes42% of homes

About 56 Russell Ave

How much is 56 Russell Ave, Orange, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 56 Russell Ave, Orange, CT is $681,695 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $611,851 to $751,539. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 56 Russell Ave, Orange, CT last sell?

56 Russell Ave, Orange, CT last sold on Jan 15, 2009 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 56 Russell Ave, Orange, CT?

56 Russell Ave, Orange, CT has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,145 square feet of living space and a 1.36-acre lot.

When was 56 Russell Ave, Orange, CT built?

56 Russell Ave, Orange, CT was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 56 Russell Ave, Orange, CT?

56 Russell Ave, Orange, CT is assigned to Race Brook School (elementary), rated A; Amity Middle School Orange (middle), rated A; Amity Regional High School (high), rated A. All sit in Orange School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 56 Russell Ave, Orange, CT compare to other homes in Orange 06477?

Among the 5,028 homes in Orange 06477, it is worth more than 57% of them ($681,695 against a typical $658,082), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($318 against a typical $331), it is bigger than 59% of them (2,145 ft² against a typical 1,973 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (1.36 ac against a typical 0.93 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1955 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 83% 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 Russell Ave, Orange, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 56 Russell Ave, Orange, CT was $8,395. The county assessed it at $288,500.

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