39 Thornton St, Hamden, CT 06517
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$530,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 7, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,250 sqft

39 Thornton St, Hamden, CT 06517

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,250 sqft
$424/sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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About this House

Rare rental available in the heart of Spring Glen! 1st floor apartment of a two family home with lots of charm. An abundance of natural sunlight and beautifully maintained! Stunning woodwork throughout and hardwood floors. This lovely apartment has 2 bedrooms (with possible 3rd), one full bathroom, a formal living room and formal dining room. Also offering a side room; perfect for a home office. Laundry hook-up in the basement. Perfectly convenient for a Quinnipiac or Yale University faculty as it is on the Yale bus line, direct into New Haven and centrally located in Hamden. Located walking distance to bus routes, restaurants, worship and schools. Steps to Best Video Coffee and Cultural Center; if you haven't been...check it out! Live music, coffee and so many community events. Sit out on your own back deck and listen to live music and the neighborhood sounds. Great walking neighborhood and family community! Available in September 2025. Security deposit required.

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39 Thornton St, Hamden, CT 06517 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,250 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $290,000 on Jul 23, 2020 (11,054% above the $2,600 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2025 with an asking price of $2,600 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 14, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $530,000, with a rent estimate of $2,585/month.

Home Details for 39 Thornton St

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 39 Thornton St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1822 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT
0.10
Single-Family Home
$350,000
08/12/26
1
1
1,451 sqft
114 Thornton St, Hamden, CT
0.14
Single-Family Home
$350,000
06/16/26
3
2
1,318 sqft
7 Collett St, North Haven, CT
0.42
Single-Family Home
$325,000
12/16/25
2
1
1,588 sqft
28 Thornton Street, Hamden, CT
0.04
Single-Family Home
$437,500
07/20/26
3
1.5
1,533 sqft
101 Bedford Avenue, Hamden, CT
0.04
Single-Family Home
$475,000
05/01/26
3
1.5
1,627 sqft
184 Greenway Street, Hamden, CT
0.45
Single-Family Home
$365,000
05/15/26
3
1
1,329 sqft
48 Bedford Avenue, Hamden, CT
0.13
Single-Family Home
$443,000
06/22/26
3
1.5
1,908 sqft
84 Hartley Street, North Haven, CT
0.55
Single-Family Home
$405,000
10/29/25
2
1
1,546 sqft
34 Norris Street, Hamden, CT
0.04
Single-Family Home
$475,000
07/06/26
4
1.5
1,895 sqft
15 Collett St, North Haven, CT
0.42
Single-Family Home
$460,000
07/06/26
3
1
1,464 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Hamden

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,585/mo
Average rent
$2.18K
Available listings
210
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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

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  • 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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    "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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 14, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,600
Jun 25, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,600
May 25, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
May 23, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$2,600
Feb 9, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 39 Thornton St

  • What is 39 Thornton St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 39 Thornton St in Hamden, CT is $530,000.
  • What is the price history for 39 Thornton St?
    39 Thornton St in Hamden, CT last sold for $290,000 in July 2020.
  • 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 39 Thornton St have parking?
    Yes, 39 Thornton St in Hamden, CT has on-site parking.

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