The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 06450 sells for about $337,000, or $221 per square foot.
Prices are up +11.83% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 38 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,355 a month.
ZIP 06450 — Meriden
The housing market in 06450 is currently experiencing strong demand with a median listing price of $337,000, reflecting an 11.83% year-over-year increase. The market is characterized as a seller's market with homes selling near the asking price, driven by limited inventory and competitive buyer interest.
This ZIP is well-suited for commuters seeking central access to major Connecticut cities, as well as families and first-time buyers looking for relatively accessible entry points into the regional housing market.
Median prices moved up 11.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 38 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 102% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.5% · poverty 13.1% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 06450, New Haven County, CT
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Public schools in Meriden are generally characterized by moderate performance metrics within the Meriden Public Schools district.
The area is subject to standard New England climate risks, including seasonal storm activity and potential flood risks in low-lying areas near the Quinnipiac River.
Meriden serves as a central hub in Connecticut with ongoing efforts to revitalize its downtown area and leverage its position along major transit corridors.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Connecticut) — Municipal Real Property Tax Assessment & Mill Rate Mechanics: Under C.G.S. § 12-62a, all taxable real property is assessed uniformly at a mandatory 70% assessment ratio of its fair market value (FMV). Real property tax is computed annually using the formula: Assessed Value = Fair Market Value × 0.
Located centrally in Connecticut, the ZIP offers access to I-91 and I-691, providing regional connectivity to Hartford and New Haven employment centers.
The area features significant green space including Hubbard Park, which offers extensive trails and scenic views, alongside local shopping and dining options.
The rental market is active with a median rent of $1,700, reflecting steady demand and limited vacancy pressure in the central Connecticut region.
The local economy is supported by a mix of manufacturing, healthcare, and retail sectors, benefiting from its strategic location between Hartford and New Haven.
The area is served by major highway corridors including I-91 and I-691, with public transit options provided by local bus services.
Ongoing municipal planning focuses on downtown revitalization and infrastructure improvements to support mixed-use development.
Parcels are subject to the Meriden Public Schools district and standard municipal utility and fire district assessments.
Property insurance premiums in the region are influenced by standard New England weather patterns and proximity to flood-prone areas.
Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau and UnitedStatesZipCodes.org.
A large municipal park featuring hiking trails, a pond, and scenic views of the Hanging Hills.
Provides natural scenery and recreational opportunities throughout the city.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.