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$345,174$249 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $75,000 on Nov 18, 2020

493 RUSSELL ST

NEW HAVEN, CT 06513
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,386 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.
0.86 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$345K
$326K low$365K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,000 · Nov 18, 2020
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.$345,174
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$276,139

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,401 (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.$162,470 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,710
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$116,760
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$162,470
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$113,729

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
93
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.Cape Cod
CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.86
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Ross Woodward Classical Studies SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Wilbur Cross High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: New Haven School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06513These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.120
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.95%
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.21%
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.35,531
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,689 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,010
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,381
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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.No

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

493 Russell 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 more than 77% of homes in Fair Haven Heights
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in South Central Connecticut County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Fair Haven Heights
  • Older than 66% of homes in South Central Connecticut County

What homes are worth in New Haven 06513

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

This home
$89K$541K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in New Haven 06513.

How it measures up in New Haven 06513

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in New Haven 06513.

Estimated value$345,174
CheaperTypical $300,590Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$249
CheaperTypical $233Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area1,386 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,294 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.86 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1960Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 493 Russell St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFair Haven HeightsNew Haven 06513South Central Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$345,17477% of homes66% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24964% of homes57% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,386 ft²59% of homes56% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.86 ac98% of homes97% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than195043% of homes40% of homes34% of homes

About 493 Russell St

How much is 493 Russell St, New Haven, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 493 Russell St, New Haven, CT is $345,174 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $325,822 to $364,526. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 493 Russell St, New Haven, CT last sell?

493 Russell St, New Haven, CT last sold on Nov 18, 2020 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 493 Russell St, New Haven, CT?

493 Russell St, New Haven, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,386 square feet of living space and a 0.86-acre lot.

When was 493 Russell St, New Haven, CT built?

493 Russell St, New Haven, CT was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 493 Russell St, New Haven, CT?

493 Russell St, New Haven, CT is assigned to Ross Woodward Classical Studies School (elementary), rated D; Wilbur Cross High School (high), rated F. All sit in New Haven School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 493 Russell St, New Haven, CT compare to other homes in New Haven 06513?

Among the 7,601 homes in New Haven 06513, it is worth more than 66% of them ($345,174 against a typical $300,590), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($249 against a typical $233), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,386 ft² against a typical 1,294 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (0.86 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1950 against a typical 1960). Measured against all of South Central Connecticut County, it is worth more than 25% 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 493 Russell St, New Haven, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 493 Russell St, New Haven, CT was $6,401. The county assessed it at $162,470.

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