261 Blake Road, Hamden, CT 06517
OFF MARKET

261 Blake Road
Hamden, CT 06517

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 3,233 sqft (on 0.33 acres)

$613,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,209/mo*
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$613,600

Trulia Estimate
as of May 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,209/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,233 sqft
(on 0.33 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Your Whitneyville oasis awaits! This 3/4 bed, 2.5 bath ranch style home is truly something special. As soon as you drive up to this corner lot, you will feel the charm and warmth. Don't miss the fully fenced in vegetable garden and the sprawling landscaping, lovingly designed by the current owner. To round out your outdoor haven, there is a large bluestone patio, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Upon entering the home, you are greeted by a bright & open living and dining space, adorned with a large fireplace, perfect for your cozy winter evenings. The eat-in kitchen has newer appliances and ample cabinet space. With expansive living space on the upper and lower levels, and a designated office with private entrance, your options for live/work/play at 261 Blake Road are endless. Each bedroom has plenty of storage with large closets and unique built-ins. The home features many recent updates including a new primary bathroom with glass walk-in shower, a renovated lower-level half bathroom, custom closets in the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms and refinished hardwood floors. The central air system is under 5 years old and there are newer baseboards (2021) throughout the entire home. The oversized attached 2 car garage is one of the many bonuses you will find, allowing for spacious work or storage space. Set among the other stunning homes of this Whitneyville neighborhood, you are walking distance to nearby parks, restaurants and shops and just minutes to Yale and Downtown New Haven.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from October 01, 2024

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 261 Blake Road

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3233 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Lower LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1953 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 1280 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1129510

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $424,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jun 10 2024Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Hamden
School Information
Elementary School: Per Board of EdHigh School: Per Board of Ed

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3233 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.33 acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 24023426Attic: Access Via HatchAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1953
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Maddy Ceruti, (860) 578-8648
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop., (860) 633-3674
Bought with: Jennifer M. D'Amato, (203) 605-7865, Seabury Hill REALTORS, (203) 562-1220
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24023426

Price History for 261 Blake Road

DatePriceEventSource
06/28/2024$520,000Sold
Smart MLS #24023426
06/12/2024$424,900PendingSmart MLS #24023426
06/11/2024$424,900ContingentBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties #24023426
06/07/2024$424,900Listed For SaleSmart MLS #24023426
05/14/2021$359,000Sold
Smart MLS #170377550
09/09/2019$284,500Sold
Smart MLS #170209709
06/25/2019$299,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
02/15/2019$2,500ListingRemovedAgent Provided
02/06/2019$299,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/07/2019$299,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/28/2018$2,500Listed For RentAgent Provided
11/16/2018$299,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/02/2018$299,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/05/2018$393,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/06/2018$400,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/13/2018$450,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/02/2018$465,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/13/2015$2,300ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/30/2015$2,300Listed For RentAgent Provided
12/24/2014$2,200ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/18/2014$2,200Listed For RentAgent Provided
12/17/2014$375,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/20/2014$375,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
11/14/2011$389,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
06/14/2011$389,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/13/2006$385,000Sold
N/A
09/10/2002$257,000Sold
N/A
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$18,496
Assessment$356,510
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 261 Blake Road

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
297 Blake Circle, Hamden, CT
0.12
Single-Family Home
$575,000
05/19/25
4
4
3,340
22 Bryden Terrace, Hamden, CT
0.27
Single-Family Home
$450,000
09/10/25
3
2
2,544
185 Blake Road, Hamden, CT
0.14
Single-Family Home
$875,000
07/25/25
4
4
3,797
90 Heloise Street, Hamden, CT
0.25
Single-Family Home
$625,000
03/06/26
5
2.5
3,093
90 Augur Street, Hamden, CT
0.37
Single-Family Home
$410,000
05/28/25
3
1.5
2,262
131 Bryden Terrace, Hamden, CT
0.20
Single-Family Home
$293,122
07/07/25
3
2
1,152
209 Augur Street, Hamden, CT
0.14
Single-Family Home
$385,000
05/08/26
3
1.5
1,296
32 Barraclough Avenue, Hamden, CT
0.18
Single-Family Home
$265,000
12/19/25
3
1.5
1,460
855 Prospect Street, Hamden, CT
0.44
Single-Family Home
$550,000
02/27/26
5
3
2,646

Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Hamden

At least 358 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

  • 63 % 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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  • 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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    "Great access to public transport and very quiet areas. Everything is closed by like gym, groceries store. Very peaceful "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "We’re near the border with New Haven and downtown is not too far but there’s great and easy access to highways though you’d need a car. "
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    "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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    "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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    "Nice and quiet with minimal traffic. Drive 1.5miles and have all necessary stores to shop, eat, etc."
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    "Mix neighborhood with one family homes and multi-family homes. You may see foxes and coyotes in the area."
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261 Blake Road, Hamden, CT 06517 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,233 sqft single-family home built in 1950. This property is not currently available for sale. 261 Blake Road was last sold on Jun 28, 2024 for $520,000 (22% higher than the asking price of $424,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 261 Blake Road is $613,600.