1050 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517
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FOR SALE
2.25 ACRES

$1,795,000

Original price: $1,975,000
  • 5 Beds
  • 4.5 Baths
  • 5,345 sqft (on 2.25 acres)

1050 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517

Est. Mortgage $12,863/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1900
2.25 acre lot
$336/sqft
Garage

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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About this House

Perhaps the most beautiful house you will ever see! This exquisite estate type property is surrounded by 2.25 acres of mature landscaping and woodlands. The grand entry hall with a FP and double height ceiling has a graceful double staircase. A decorative arched entry archway leads to a spectacular living room with walls of glass, a FP, and a tasteful original fountain. The spacious music room has built-in bookcases and a large opening to a glorious sunroom that has almost floor to ceiling windows that offer views of the woods. Glass doored built-ins, a beamed ceiling, wood paneled walls, and FP make the library warm and inviting. A swoon worthy double dining room has raised paneling, another FP, wonderful walls of windows, and can accommodate a large group for entertaining. The charming kitchen has metal cabinetry, a showcase stove, fining area, and a wonderful pantry with glass door cabinets. The elegant primary suite has woodland views, a delightful window seat, abundant closet space, full bath, and two dressing areas. There are 4 additional good-sized bedrooms and 3 more baths on the second level, plus a lovely balcony overlooking the entry foyer. Anover-sized two car garage has a 2-bedroom guest apartment above it. You feel like you're deep in the country, yet you are minutes from Yale, Hamden Hall, St. Thomas' Day School, Foote School, Downtown New Haven, Whitneyville, and major highways. Can be sold with MLS #'s 24154254 & 24189606 (56 Blake Rd/1056 Whitney). Hamden is in year 2 of a 4 year tax phase in. Can be sold with MLS #'s 24154254 & 24189606 (56 Blake Rd/1056 Whitney)
Last check for updates: about 18 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Betsy Grauer, (203) 787-3434
Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc, (203) 787-3434
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24189601
Also Listed on Smart MLS.

Home Details for 1050 Whitney Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Other, Sun Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 5345 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Lower LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 3Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: French Doors

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltOther Structures: Guest HouseExterior: Sidewalk, Rain Gutters, Garden, LightingFoundation: WoodGardenNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Detached,Driveway,Paved
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 5345 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 73

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1130033

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,795,000Price Per Sqft: $336
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: HamdenCommunity: Spring Glen
School Information
Elementary School: Ridge HillJr High / Middle School: HamdenHigh School: Hamden

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 24189601

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 5345 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Library, Park, Private School(s), Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.25 Acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 24189601Attic: Walk-upAttribution Contact: (203) 787-3434Above Grade Unfinished Area: 5345

Additional Information

LibraryParkPrivate School(s)Near Public TransportShopping/Mall

Around this home

What Locals Say about Hamden

At least 359 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Myllopeds
    "Hamden is a very busy comercial place ,we have all kind of stores all around the city, police protection is very noticeable ,24 /7 every day,we have beautiful parks for the children,we love Hamden ."
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  • Luna Najera
    "It’s a dog friendly neighborhood. Many dogs and their humans can be seen walking the streets. People usually clean after them, though sometimes not."
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  • Aidanmaxx42
    "Lots of sidewalks and street lights, however crime at night is a problem especially if you are a woman."
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  • Winsher Taina Desir
    "Great access to public transport and very quiet areas. Everything is closed by like gym, groceries store. Very peaceful "
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  • Domoniqueroberts1985
    "It’s quiet and friendly people a loud of stores around a lot of dogs a lot of restaurants around also "
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  • Jaime Del gallego
    "There are many families around here and activities for kids. You should have a car because is not easy get a bus "
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  • Domoniqueroberts1985
    "It’s quite everyone stays to themselves I’m close to a lot of stores the bus line is right here it’s a lot of restaurants also"
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  • Jim Blanchard
    "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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  • Gdmd4b6ct5
    "We have no community events only thing that makes the neighborhood special is peace and friendly neighbors "
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  • Pamforsythe46
    "Great family friendly neighborhood. Parks close by. Schools are close as well. Well maintained properties. G close to highways and shopping centers."
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  • Kramnni
    "There is easy access to highways and the traffic is usually manageable. Traffic on the side roads is usually very light so it’s easy to get to highways."
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  • Coreyagordon
    ""Hamden" is a very beautiful, family oriented sleepy town. Everyone is neighborly. The neighborhoods are safe and very quiet. "
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  • David M.
    "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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  • Yomiakanji
    "I don’t really care. People can walk their dogs only on a leash and pick up door waster after their dogs. "
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  • Yomiakanji
    "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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  • Nyiesha B.
    "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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  • Charmiemsmith
    "Food truck festival twice a year, free concert series, cultural awareness calendar of events have made this an open safe space "
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  • Brianna S.
    "concerts, farmer markets and Christmas tree selling. the library is a community hub. it's family friendly. everyone knows you and you feel safe. It is also private and the neighbors are always willing to help and pitch in. It's beautiful and quiet. There are birds, deer and other wildlife. "
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  • Brandon M.
    "there are many families in Hamden they make me feel very welcomed in the areas I just love the environment of the people"
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  • Manuel S. C.
    "Block party, food festivals, kids games and adults soccer league games, every summer the city have town festivals that most of Hamden natives participate "
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  • Manuel S. C.
    "They like living in Hamden, lots of area to walk the dogs, a beautiful dog park off Skiff Avenue. The other dog lovers like myself enjoys walking our dog on sidewalks "
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  • Alicenewton151
    "Concerts in movie night cookouts meet your neighborIt’s a real good neighborhood you live in very safe environment easy to walk up to Hamden Plaza I love it"
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  • Manuel S. C.
    "Block party for Kidd’s, the fair hosted by city hall, all different sports played by different age group "
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  • Clairfink
    "professionals live here, we are rural but close enough to everything. Plus, there are horses, cows, and chickns here."
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  • Vinnythetaper
    "people walk their dogs car drive to fast on are streets all the time daybor night on a one way street "
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  • Stephen W.
    "People are often walking dogs in the area. Very pet friendly. Lots of walking routes. People are good about cleaning up as well."
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  • Clairfink
    "I have lived here for 3 decades. Our neighborhood is unique in that we are all professionals, looking out for each other."
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  • Stephen W.
    "Good diverse neighborhood that’s affordable and close to New Haven. Schools need to be redistricted to benefit all"
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  • Nairobi O.
    "Not a nice neighborhood package store in front people that don’t live in area park in front and sit in front to drink"
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  • Armando H.
    "Dog owners like to let their dogs explore and adventure. There’s plenty of space to do so in Hamden. Properties up here are big and can accommodate the desire to exist in nature while maintaining a relationship to modern amenities."
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  • k. a.
    "grew up here and raising my family here too. decent schools but good proximity to everything and everywhere"
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  • Hol C.
    "Great, well kept neighborhood. My wife and I love it here. Lots of younger families moving in. Up and coming! "
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  • Anthony H.
    "Quiet neighborhood with an easy walk to the park. Grocery, pharmacy and corner store in walking distance. Clean neighborhood and great lan care."
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  • Leyendaharley
    "Sleeping Giant Park is beautiful, friendly people, close to lots of amenities, Farmington canal trail, dog friendly"
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  • AmariMomma
    "my neighborhood is 50/50 , traffic is high, neighbors are nosey but for some strange reason it's quite.. I would stay here but im too far from everything ... "
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  • Mary E.
    "Quick access to rt10 to 91 to 95s to city of New Haven for cultural purposes, interesting historical places, Yale arts, repertory theatre, long wharf theatre an Schubert theatre!"
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  • Mary E.
    "Only been here a short time, but all of the people I’ve met while shopping or frequenting gas stations, restaurants, post office personnel have been lovely, and go out of their way to be helpful and informative and friendly "
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  • Ccristinaperezz
    "Great area to settle down with kids. Safe to an extent. Would definitely recommend to live. Great schools and restaurants to drive to. "
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  • Jiasalvatore
    "Nice and quiet with minimal traffic. Drive 1.5miles and have all necessary stores to shop, eat, etc."
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  • Cherronjordan
    "Mix neighborhood with one family homes and multi-family homes. You may see foxes and coyotes in the area."
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Market trends in Hamden

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$380K
$14.08KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.5%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$232
$1MoM
Available listings
203
10MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.66M
Since last month
$100 (0%)
Since last year
Decreased$340K (-17%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +118% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.66M
August 2026$1.66M
July 2026$1.69M
June 2026$1.81M
May 2026$1.84M
April 2026$1.86M
March 2026$2M
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
64 Blake Road, Hamden, CT
0.06
Single-Family Home
$888,888
12/18/25
6
3.5
3,454
126 Hartford Turnpike, Hamden, CT
0.41
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$1,000,000
06/25/26
4
3.5
2,225
90 Heloise Street, Hamden, CT
0.23
Single-Family Home
$625,000
03/06/26
5
2.5
3,093
855 Prospect Street, Hamden, CT
0.42
Single-Family Home
$550,000
02/27/26
4
3
2,646
6 Prospect Court, Hamden, CT
0.47
Single-Family Home
$1,950,000
02/06/26
6
7
8,430
57 Mill Rock Road, Hamden, CT
0.13
Single-Family Home
$710,000
07/21/26
3
3
1,953
128 Blake Road, Hamden, CT
0.17
Single-Family Home
$691,500
05/29/26
3
2
2,270
43 Mulberry Hill, Hamden, CT
0.57
Single-Family Home
$695,000
01/23/26
3
3.5
3,844
15 Edgehill Road, New Haven, CT
0.73
Single-Family Home
$2,250,000
05/29/26
6
5.5
5,672
14 Giles Street, Hamden, CT
0.32
Single-Family Home
$550,000
08/11/26
3
2.5
2,140

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1056 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517
0.03
$1,055,000
6
4.5
4,485
For Sale
1070 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517
0.08
$755,300
8
3
4,816
Off Market
56 Blake Road, Hamden, CT 06517
0.04
$150,000
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-
-
For Sale
64 Blake Road, Hamden, CT 06517
0.06
$888,888
6
3.5
3,454
Recently Sold
10 Deepwood Drive, Hamden, CT 06517
0.08
$860,500
4
2.5
2,728
Off Market
82 Blake Road, Hamden, CT 06517
0.09
$759,600
6
3.5
3,115
Off Market
21 Morris Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.12
$445,000
3
2.5
1,665
For Sale
58 Hall Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.15
$524,500
4
2.5
1,810
Off Market
57 Mill Rock Road, Hamden, CT 06517
0.13
$710,000
3
3
1,953
Recently Sold
52 Morris Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.18
$546,700
3
1.5
1,812
Off Market
59 Morris Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.19
$617,400
6
2
2,898
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 7, 2026
Source: Smart MLS #24189601
PriceChange
$1,795,000
Price decreased by 9%
Mar 23, 2026
Source: Smart MLS #24154259
Listed For Sale
$1,975,000

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Betsy Grauer, Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc, (203) 787-3434
Agent Phone: (203) 787-3434
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Frequently asked questions about 1050 Whitney Avenue

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1050 Whitney Avenue?
    Based on a $1,795,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1050 Whitney Avenue in Hamden, CT is approximately $13,063 (about $9,802 principal & interest, $3,186 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1050 Whitney Avenue compare to homes in Hamden?
    1050 Whitney Avenue in Hamden, CT is listed at $1,795,000, about 372% above the $380K median sale price in Hamden.
  • What do residents say about Hamden?
    Residents describe Hamden, CT as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Hamden, CT.
  • What are the closest schools to 1050 Whitney Avenue?
    The closest schools to 1050 Whitney Avenue in Hamden, CT are Hamden High School (rated 4/10), Hamden Middle School (rated 5/10), Ridge Hill School (Pre-K/Elementary, rated 5/10).
  • Does 1050 Whitney Avenue have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1050 Whitney Avenue in Hamden, CT has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 1050 Whitney Avenue?
    The lot at 1050 Whitney Avenue in Hamden, CT is about 2.3 acres.
1050 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 5,345 sqft single-family home built in 1900. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Smart MLS on Jul 7, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 24189601.