1 Gilbert Avenue, New Haven, CT 06514
OFF MARKET

1 Gilbert Avenue
New Haven, CT 06514

  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,352 sqft

$486,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,411/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$486,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,411/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,352 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1860
Living Area
2,352 sqft
Price/Sqft
$207
Parking
Garage

Description

**Multiple offers, seller requests highest and best by 7pm on 3/16** This centrally located, legal two-family home in Hamden offers over 2300 sq ft of living space and features two units with four room layouts - living room, eat-in kitchen, 2 bedrooms and bath with tub/shower combo each. There is a bonus 3rd unit featuring a bi-level, 1 bedroom layout, with a separate gas and electric meter. This unit is ready for your imagination and renovation, and would need to be permitted in order to be used as a rental. Additional highlights include replacement windows, approximatley 10 year old roof, separate utilities with gas heat, a one-car garage, backyard space, and additional storage in the walk-up attic. Convenient location - close to public transportation and shops. Short drive to downtown New Haven, Yale University and YNHH, SCSU, Paier College of Art and Quinnipiac. Don't miss out on this excellent investment opportunity! The 3rd unit needs work. It is not a legal 3F, this unit would need town approval, would also make a great home office or guest space. As is sale.
1 Gilbert Avenue, New Haven, CT 06514 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,352 sqft multi-family built in 1860. It last sold for $380,000 on Apr 5, 2024 (1% above the $375,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2020 with an asking price of $1,250 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 23, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $486,900, with a rent estimate of $2,138/month.

Home Details for 1 Gilbert Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Unfinished,Dirt FloorNumber of Rooms: 10
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2352 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Water Heater, Water HeaterLaundry: None
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PorchFoundation: Brick/Mortar, StoneNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 5Parking: Detached,Paved,Off Street,Driveway,Private
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2352 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1860
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Units on different Floors
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Not Included in Sale: Tenant dishwasher 1st floorParcel Number: 1134458

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $375,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Mar 18 2024Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Hamden
School Information
Elementary School: Church StreetHigh School: Hamden

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2352 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Medical Facilities, Park, Playground, Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall
Other
Playground

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9147.6 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 24000225Attic: Storage, Floored, Walk-upAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2352

Additional Information

Medical FacilitiesParkPlaygroundNear Public TransportShopping/Mall
Last check for updates: 37 minutes ago
Listed by Sarah B. Luce-Del Prete, (203) 887-2295
Seabury Hill REALTORS, (203) 562-1220
Daniel Del Prete, (203) 231-0624
Seabury Hill REALTORS, (203) 562-1220
Bought with: Ana Pena, (203) 509-0390, William Raveis Real Estate, (203) 876-7507
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24000225

Price History for 1 Gilbert Avenue

DatePriceEventSource
04/05/2024$380,000Sold
Smart MLS #24000225
04/04/2024$375,000PendingSmart MLS #24000225
03/14/2024$375,000Listed For SaleSmart MLS #24000225
05/23/2020$1,250ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/01/2020$1,250Listed For RentAgent Provided

Market trends in Hamden

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$345K
$11.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$228
$7MoM
Available listings
214
22MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$14,439
Assessment$278,320
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1 Gilbert Avenue

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
46 Millis Street, New Haven, CT
0.37
Multi-Family Home
$440,000
08/28/25
5
2
2,304
78 Church Street, Hamden, CT
0.34
Multi-Family Home
$440,000
08/08/25
6
3
2,853
75 Concord Street, Hamden, CT
0.36
Multi-Family Home
$549,000
05/22/26
6
3
3,016
43 Helen Street, New Haven, CT
0.72
Multi-Family Home
$385,000
09/29/25
5
2.5
2,013
47 Beacon Street, Hamden, CT
0.44
Multi-Family Home
$555,000
08/14/25
7
3
3,076
25 Lexington Street, Hamden, CT
0.51
Multi-Family Home
$465,000
10/10/25
8
3
2,185
203 Helen Street, Hamden, CT
0.62
Multi-Family Home
$550,000
07/23/25
6
3
3,038
1492 Dixwell Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.45
Multi-Family Home
$580,000
10/09/25
6
4
2,960
98 Gorham Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.61
Multi-Family Home
$505,000
07/23/25
4
2
2,503

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What Locals Say about Hamden

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  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say it's quiet

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 30 % Say there are community events

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    "There are two churches at each end of the street. They serve meals to less fortunate people. They sell pumpkins, etc. to raise money. "
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    "Been in a nice quiet part of town for 6 months and everyone is friendly. Lots of dog owners and loving using the PATH"
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    "I self drive - do not typically use public transportation. It appears that many people use public transport though - buses are hardly ever full. "
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    "Easy commute to work at Yale, and was an easy commute for my child to go to Hamden High School, Hamden Middle School, and Church Street Schools. "
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