OFFERS DUE BY 5:00 PM Tuesday 3/4! Nestled in the desirable East Rock Neighborhood, this gorgeous custom-built stucco colonial exudes charm and character at every turn. The house boasts incredible detailed trim work, moldings, and built-ins throughout, creating a timeless elegance. This Light and bright home has been meticulously maintained and updated and features; a fireplace in the living room, beautiful gleaming hardwood floors, a sunroom off the living room, a stunning dining room with custom built-in corner cabinets, a first floor bedroom, a full bath and an eat-in kitchen with Terrazzo flooring. The second floor landing, with a built-In window bench, leads you to 3 additional bedrooms. The spacious primary bedroom features a sitting room/den, a dressing area and access to the renovated second floor bath. Throughout the house you will find abundant and spacious closet space! Other additional features include: central air (second floor only), a security system, a cedar closet, a butlers pantry off the kitchen and beautiful mature plantings throughout the site! The private rear yard is a perfect retreat for relaxation, gardening and hosting family outings! Enjoy kayaking on the nearby Mill River! Improvements include: 2nd Floor AC (2023), A chimney liner (2023), Hot water heater (2015), painting exterior trim (2022) & interior painting. Walking distance to the Yale campus, downtown New Haven, Restaurants and all New Haven has to offer! Only Street parking!
Sold
$650,000
853 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06517
4beds
2,889sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
6,534 sqft lot
$541,600 Zestimate®
$225/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 29, 2025 at 05:15am
Listed by:
Buddy L. Degennaro,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Carissa Mastriano, RES.0805490
GRL & Realtors, LLC
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24077062

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bedroom Suite, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Study
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Sun room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Wired for Data
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Storage Space,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,889
- Total interior livable area: 2,889 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,889
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Lot
- Size: 6,534 sqft
- Features: Few Trees, Rolling Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 1128049
- Zoning: R4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Location
- Region: Hamden
Services availability

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