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$494,178$370 / 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 94How 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

596 S ELM ST

WALLINGFORD, CT 06492
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,336 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.
2.02 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
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

$494K
$462K low$526K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,954 (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.$288,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$109,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$178,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$209,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$411,857

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.62
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
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.
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Raised Ranch
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.02
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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

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

H
Lyman Hall High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Dag Hammarskjold Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Evarts C. Stevens School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.7 mi

District: Wallingford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06492These 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.71
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.63

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
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.43,444
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,078 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,899
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$118,841
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

596 S Elm 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Wallingford 06492
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Newer than 81% of homes in South Central Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Wallingford 06492

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

This home
$157K$865K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Wallingford 06492.

How it measures up in Wallingford 06492

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Wallingford 06492.

Estimated value$494,178
CheaperTypical $448,971Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$370
CheaperTypical $296Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,336 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,444 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size2.02 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 596 S Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWallingford 06492South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$494,17862% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$37085% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than1,336 ft²42% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.02 ac94% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than198676% of homes81% of homes

About 596 S Elm St

How much is 596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT is $494,178 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $462,263 to $526,093. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT last sell?

596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT?

596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,336 square feet of living space and a 2.02-acre lot.

When was 596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT built?

596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT?

596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT is assigned to Lyman Hall High School (high), rated B-; Dag Hammarskjold Middle School (middle), rated B-; Evarts C. Stevens School (elementary). All sit in Wallingford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT compare to other homes in Wallingford 06492?

Among the 14,834 homes in Wallingford 06492, it is worth more than 62% of them ($494,178 against a typical $448,971), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($370 against a typical $296), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,336 ft² against a typical 1,444 ft²), its lot is bigger than 94% of them (2.02 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1986 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 63% 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 596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 596 S Elm St, Wallingford, CT was $6,954. The county assessed it at $288,300.

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