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Sold for $650,000
  • $650,000

    853 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517

    4beds
    2,889sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1920
    6,534 Square Feet Lot
    $616,200 Zestimate®
    $225/sqft
    $3,767 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $616,200

    $579,000 - $659,000

    $3,767/mo

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    What's special

    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!

    Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 29, 2025 at 05:15am

    Listed by:

    Buddy L. Degennaro 203-710-2548,

    Coldwell Banker Realty 203-389-0015

    Bought with:

    Carissa Mastriano, RES.0805490

    GRL & Realtors, LLC

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24077062MLS Logo

    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

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/28/2025Sold$650,000+23.8%$225/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24077062 Report a problem
    3/14/2025Pending sale$524,900$182/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24077062 Report a problem
    2/28/2025Listed for sale$524,900+81%$182/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24077062 Report a problem
    1/2/2008Sold$290,000$100/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #N263672 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$14,802 +36%$285,320 +45.8%
    2024$10,884 -1%$195,720 +0.3%
    2023$10,999 +1.6%$195,090

    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 06517

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • High: Hamden

    Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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