Rare opportunity to own a magnificent 5594 SQ FT brick colonial overlooking Lake Whitney sited on a picturesque .79 acre lot with mature landscaping, circular driveway, and stone patio. Located on a quiet section of Hartford Turnpike, 1 of only 5 homes with direct views of the Lake. A serene setting, yet conveniently located and a short drive to Downtown New Haven, Yale and Quinnipiac University. There is a gracious foyer for welcoming guests with a spacious half bath and large coat closet. Incredible sunken light filled formal living room with exposed wood beams and wood burning fireplace. The main level of the home offers a large formal living room, a den or office with an architecturally pleasing arched ceiling, and a remodeled kitchen with granite countertops, double ovens and updated appliances. A tiled sunroom is located off of the kitchen which leads to an indoor pavilion with a 20 x 40 ft pool. The pool pavilion has arched wood ceilings with potential to be remodeled into an in-law, library, play space, or family room. The second floor features a sun-drenched primary suite with a private bathroom and glorious views of Lake Whitney. Four additional bedrooms, two full baths, and an office complete the second floor. The third floor has one additional bedroom and bath, plus a kitchenette and bonus room - perfect for artist studio, rec room or guest/au pair quarters. Don’t miss out on this distinctive home in a prime location!
Sold for $640,000 on 10/20/23
$640,000
50 Hartford Turnpike, Hamden, CT 06517
6beds
5,594sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
0.79 Acres Lot
$1,555,500 Zestimate®
$114/sqft
$7,832 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 20, 2023 at 07:06pm
Listed by:
John Hill,
Seabury Hill REALTORS
Bought with:
Robert Philopena, RES.0810172
eXp Realty
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170585150

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 7
- Full bathrooms: 5
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 433.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 27.1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 391.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.8 x 20.8
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198.12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.7 x 15.6
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 204.14 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.3 x 11.8
Bedroom
- Level: Other
- Area: 192.21 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.9 x 14.9
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 180.55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 15.7
Den
- Level: Upper
- Area: 89.54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7.4 x 12.1
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 277.89 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.7 x 15.7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 376.2 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.5 x 22.8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 491.31 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.9 x 30.9
Loft
- Level: Other
- Area: 571.9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 30.1
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 287.73 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.9 x 20.7
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 216.45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 19.5
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 1333.87 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 44.3 x 30.11
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 181.93 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.3 x 16.1
Heating
- Baseboard, Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, Mud Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Storage Space
- Attic: Walk-up,Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,594
- Total interior livable area: 5,594 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,594
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Private, Circular Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Garden, Rain Gutters, Lighting
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Indoor
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 0.79 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1130128
- Zoning: T1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Stucco
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall
Location
- Region: Hamden
- Subdivision: Whitneyville
Services availability

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