Hamden Town property record for 196 Colony St, Hamden, CT 06518
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,470 sqft · built 1941 |
| Lot Size | 0.32 acres (13,939 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $226,900 (Mar 2004) |
| Tax Bill | $11,350 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Feb 2018 Mortgage Feb 2021 Transfer |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | HAMD M:2728 B:119 L:00-0000 |
| Primary APN | HAMD M:2728 B:119 L:00-0000 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Total Rooms | 7 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,470 sqft Living Area |
| Gross Area | 2,931 sqft |
| 1st Floor Area | 675 sqft |
| Basement Area | 675 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 675 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1941 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1941 |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Roof Material | Asphalt |
| Lot Area | 13,939 sqft (0.32 acres) |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Deck Area | Deck Area |
| Heating System | Hot Water |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Street Address | 196 COLONY ST |
|---|---|
| City | HAMDEN |
| State | CT |
| Zip | 06518-3303 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | R4 |
| Legal Block | 119 |
| Legal Lot Number | 0000 |
| Jurisdiction | HAMDEN CT |
| Township / Civil Division | HAMDEN |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1002 |
| Census Tract | 166003 |
196 Colony St is owned and occupied by two individuals who acquired it in January 2021.
Source: Hamden Town records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 196 COLONY ST, HAMDEN, CT 06518-3303 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Et Al (and Others) |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Feb 28, 2018 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage NORCOM MORTGAGE |
| Feb 11, 2021 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer Quitclaim |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Mar 11, 2004 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Mar 11, 2004 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Mar 29, 2001 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 2683 / 128 |
| Last Transfer Date | Jan 20, 2021 |
| Transfer Doc | 5407-985 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | HAMDEN CT |
| Property Address | 196 COLONY ST, HAMDEN, CT 06518-3303 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 25, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 4493-162 |
|---|---|
| Date | Feb 28, 2018 |
| Book Page | 4493/162 |
| Name | NORCOM MORTGAGE |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Feb 1, 2048 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MERIDEN CT |
| Recording Date | Feb 11, 2021 |
| Property Address | 196 COLONY ST, HAMDEN, CT 06518-3303 |
| Document Number | 5407-985 |
| Book / Page | 5407 / 985 |
| Instrument Date | Jan 20, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2021001084 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | May 21, 2021 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Investor | Possibly a Property Investor |
The 2026 property tax bill for 196 Colony St was $11,350.
Source: Hamden Town assessment roll, as of September 25, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Connecticut |
| County Subdivision | Hamden Town |
| Unified School District | Hamden School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $11,350.00 | $211,470 (-) Land $66,430 Building $145,040 | $344,071 (+132.43%) |
| 2025 | $211,470 (+39.86%) Land $66,430 Building $145,040 | $148,029 Land $46,501 Building $101,528 | |
| 2024 | $10,971.00 (+30.48%) | $151,200 (+3.35%) Land $45,850 Building $105,350 | |
| 2023 | $8,408.00 | $146,300 Land $45,850 Building $100,450 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 196 Colony St in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective January 25, 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 196 Colony St is low, with a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · above 55% of Connecticut |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | REGIONAL WATER AUTHORITY serves 418,900 people · EPA ID CT0930011 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Jun 2024 |
| Lead | Under 1 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 368 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Frontier Fiber | 7,000 / 7,000 |
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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