Fall in love with this Charming Storybook Craftsman Cottage! In restoring this home, the owner has kept the integrity and charm of yesteryear, preserving the details, yet modernizing it for today's easy living. Set in a lovely walking community, it is within close proximity to shops, restaurants, etc. This 1920 traditional home features a chef's kitchen with Viking gas range, stainless steel, hood, refrigerator, built-in spice rack and pantry; the elegant formal dining room includes built-in cabinets and a crystal chandelier; the spacious formal living room is a delightful place for entertaining and features a wood burning fireplace completes the main level of the home. The upper level is comprised of the spacious primary bedroom with window seat, two guest bedrooms and a full bathroom. Enjoy the gleaming hardwood floors and 9' ceilings throughout the home. A private, fully fenced backyard with oversized deck, and spacious front porch complete this beautiful home. A few special mentions, freshly painted, the gas furnace is 3 years old, roof, approximately 12 years old, and the original magnificent clawfoot tub is still in place upstairs!! If your desire is to own a home with distinction, flair, and charm, this is it folks!
Sold for $310,000 on 12/27/22
$310,000
56 Ralston Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517
3beds
1,403sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$381,100 Zestimate®
$221/sqft
$2,732 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: December 28, 2022 at 07:40am
Listed by:
Kathleen E. Hoyt,
William Raveis Real Estate
Bought with:
Douglas Ledewitz, REB.0759199
Pulse Realty LLC
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170512784

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Bookcases, Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Concrete,Storage Space
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,403
- Total interior livable area: 1,403 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,403
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
Lot
- Size: 5,662 sqft
- Features: Dry, Cleared, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1132526
- Zoning: R4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block, Masonry
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors, Windows
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Golf, Health Club, Lake, Library, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall
Location
- Region: Hamden
- Subdivision: Whitneyville
Services availability

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