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$576,788$159 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $170,000 on May 2, 1996

85 BUTTERNUT DR

MERIDEN, CT 06450
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,619 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.
0.89 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$577K
$517K low$637K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$170,000 · May 2, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,939 (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.$272,790 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$77,140
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$190,953

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.50
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
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.8 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.1 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.89
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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
Nathan Hale SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Washington Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Francis T. Maloney High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Meriden School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06450These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.111
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.15%
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.35,073
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,402 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,956
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,990
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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%

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How this home compares

85 Butternut Dr 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Meriden 06450
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Among the largest homes in Meriden 06450
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Meriden 06450

What homes are worth in Meriden 06450

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

This home
$105K$517K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Meriden 06450.

How it measures up in Meriden 06450

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Meriden 06450.

Estimated value$576,788
CheaperTypical $322,896Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $227Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area3,619 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,390 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.89 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 85 Butternut Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMeriden 06450South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$576,788almost all homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1599% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than3,619 ft²almost all homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.89 ac95% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than196048% of homes50% of homes

About 85 Butternut Dr

How much is 85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT is $576,788 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $516,996 to $636,580. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT last sell?

85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT last sold on May 2, 1996 for $170,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT?

85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,619 square feet of living space and a 0.89-acre lot.

When was 85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT built?

85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT?

85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT is assigned to Nathan Hale School (elementary), rated A; Washington Middle School (middle), rated C-; Francis T. Maloney 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 85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT compare to other homes in Meriden 06450?

Among the 10,576 homes in Meriden 06450, it is worth more than almost all of them ($576,788 against a typical $322,896), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($159 against a typical $227), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,619 ft² against a typical 1,390 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (0.89 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1960 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 75% 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 85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT?

The 2024 property tax bill for 85 Butternut Dr, Meriden, CT was $10,939. The county assessed it at $272,790.

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