261 Thornton St, Hamden, CT 06517
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OFF MARKET

$566,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,160 sqft

261 Thornton St, Hamden, CT 06517

Est. Refi. Payment $4,002/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 27, 2017 for $262,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$566K
Since last month
Decreased$9K (-1.6%)
Since last year
Increased$27K (+5%)
Since last sale
Increased$305K (+116.2%)
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 +86% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$567K
July 2026$576K
June 2026$588K
May 2026$579K
April 2026$567K
March 2026$548K
February 2026$533K
January 2026$536K
2025
2024
2023
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
38 Elgin Street, Hamden, CT
0.06
Single-Family Home
$420,000
12/17/25
3
1.5
1,648
109 Woodlawn Street, Hamden, CT
0.26
Single-Family Home
$495,000
10/17/25
4
2
1,586
108 Woodlawn Street, Hamden, CT
0.27
Single-Family Home
$388,000
11/14/25
3
2.5
2,941
15 Ingram Street, Hamden, CT
0.24
Single-Family Home
$533,500
06/05/26
4
2
2,064
146 Filbert Street, Hamden, CT
0.17
Single-Family Home
$510,000
08/13/26
3
2
2,391
23 Elihu Street, Hamden, CT
0.44
Single-Family Home
$510,000
05/15/26
4
2
2,220
1720 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT
0.47
Single-Family Home
$440,000
08/25/26
4
1.5
2,264
18 Ingram Street, Hamden, CT
0.24
Single-Family Home
$415,000
02/02/26
3
2
2,064
73 Woodlawn Street, Hamden, CT
0.33
Single-Family Home
$531,000
05/28/26
3
1.5
1,881
54 Thornton Street, Hamden, CT
0.37
Single-Family Home
$551,000
07/24/26
4
1.5
2,223

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
270 Thornton Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.03
$427,700
3
1.5
1,608
Off Market
294 Thornton Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.05
$412,500
3
1.5
1,541
Off Market
273 Thornton Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.05
$433,400
3
2
1,328
Off Market
38 Elgin Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.06
$420,000
3
1.5
1,648
Recently Sold
30 Elgin Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.08
$484,800
3
2.5
1,650
Off Market
20 Elgin Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.09
$535,900
3
1.5
1,739
Off Market
315 Thornton Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.10
$561,300
3
2.5
1,738
Off Market
51 Greenway Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.12
$560,700
3
1.5
2,138
Off Market
41 Greenway Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.13
$425,000
3
1.5
1,932
For Sale
83 Greenway Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.14
$548,300
4
1.5
2,189
Off Market
191 Thornton Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.13
$556,600
3
1.5
1,828
Off Market
111 Greenway Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.16
$558,000
3
2
1,950
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1958
2,160 sqft
$262/sqft
Garage

About this House

Wonderful 4 bedroom 2.5 Spring Glen colonial with refinished hardwood floors and many freshly painted rooms. Located on the quiet end of Thornton Street near Johnson's Pond and backs up to Water Company property. First floor includes large LR with FP, DR with sliders to screened porch, kitchen with tile floor, granite counters and glass tile backsplash. Also included on the first floor is a large family room with built-in cabinet and bookcases as well as a laundry area and half bath. The second floor has four generous size bedrooms and full bath. The MB has a private bath and large walk-in closet. The finished lower level adds additional living space / family room. Enjoy the outdoors from the back deck and screened porch during the warmer months. Many updates include, refinished hardwood floors, newer roof, vinyl siding, central air and thermopane windows. Walk to the Farmington Canal, shopping, Hamden HS and Spring Glen School. Close to Yale, QU, hospitals and more.
261 Thornton St, Hamden, CT 06517 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,160 sqft single-family home built in 1958. It last sold for $262,000 on Dec 27, 2017. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $566,000, with a rent estimate of $3,620/month.

Home Details for 261 Thornton St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Master Bath
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: VinylLawnPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9147 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 27, 2017
Source: Smart MLS #N10221687
Sold
$262,000
Oct 31, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$266,900
Price decreased by 2%
Aug 25, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$272,000
Price decreased by 0%
Aug 11, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$273,000
Price decreased by 0%
Jul 29, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$274,000
Price decreased by 0%

Market trends in Hamden

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$366K
$21.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
Price per sq ft
$233
$6MoM
Available listings
213
2MoM

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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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Frequently asked questions about 261 Thornton St

  • What is 261 Thornton St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 261 Thornton St in Hamden, CT is $566,000.
  • What is the price history for 261 Thornton St?
    261 Thornton St in Hamden, CT last sold for $262,000 in December 2017.
  • Is Hamden a buyer's or seller's market?
    Hamden is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Hamden?
    The median sale price in Hamden is $366K. That is up $21.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 261 Thornton St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 261 Thornton St in Hamden, CT has air conditioning.
  • Does 261 Thornton St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 261 Thornton St in Hamden, CT has in-unit laundry.

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