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FOR SALE

56 Dessa Drive
Hamden, CT 06517

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,248 sqft

$449,000

Est. Mortgage $3,173/mo*

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$449,000

Est. Mortgage $3,173/mo*

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3 Beds

1.5 Baths

1,248 sqft

Home Highlights

Parking

1 Car Garage

Outdoor

Patio

Climate Control

Heating & Cooling

Price/Sqft

$360

Listed

85 days ago

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 56 Dessa Drive.
Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

About this House

Beautifully maintained and upgraded 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch in desirable Spring Glen. Located on the sunny side of the street, this home offers excellent natural light and a quality, durable 1960 steel-beam construction. Hardwood floors and 5-inch crown molding throughout add more charm. The bright Living room features a fieldstone fireplace with a wood-burning stove insert, a raised hearth, and a detailed built-in mantle. The Dining room off the living area is ideal for gatherings. The Eat-in kitchen opens to a private fenced backyard with an oversized patio, Kloter Farms shed, and a 6-foot white vinyl fence with solar lighting, perfect for outdoor entertaining. The primary bedroom has double custom closets and a half bath. Two additional bedrooms share a full hall bath, easily accessible and convenient. Additional features include: 8' x 12' office or flex room. Walk-up attic for easy storage. Full basement with hatchway. Wired for generator hookup. Six-zone sprinkler system, 1 car garage, and an easy 2-car driveway. Quiet, walkable neighborhood, close to restaurants, shops, banks, schools, worship, and parks. Bassett Field and the dog park are just up the hill. New Furnace (12/16/25), water heater 8 years old, roof 11 years old. Property being sold "as is".

Home Details for 56 Dessa Drive

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Full,Unfinished,Heated,Storage Space,Hatchway Access,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1248 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Lower LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling Heating: Hot Water,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: InsertHas a Fireplace

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioFencing: FullOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: Sidewalk, Rain Gutters, Lighting, Underground SprinklerFoundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Attached,Paved,Off Street,Driveway,Asphalt
Frontage Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1248 Square Feet

Days on Market
Days on Market: 85

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building Construction Materials: Shingle SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information Parcel Number: 1135763

Price & Status
Price List Price: $449,000Price Per Sqft: $360
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status
MLS Status: Active

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

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 24148670

Building
Building Area Building Area: 1248 Square Feet

Community
Community Features: Near Public Transport, Park, Playground, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities, Tennis Court(s)
Other Playground

HOA
No HOA

Lot Information
Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Energy
Energy Efficiency Features: Insulation

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 24148670Attic: Storage, Walk-upAttribution Contact: (203) 200-0288Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1248

Additional Information
Near Public TransportParkPlaygroundPrivate School(s)Public Rec FacilitiesTennis Court(s)

Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago

Listing courtesy of Marybeth Keating, (203) 200-0288

Keating Real Estate, LLC, (203) 200-0288

Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24148670

Also Listed on Smart MLS.

Market trends in Hamden

Last updated June 2026

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

Price History for 56 Dessa Drive

Date	Price	Event	Source
05/11/2026	$449,000	Listed For Sale	Smart MLS #24148670

01/30/2026	$2,995	ListingRemoved	Zillow Rentals

01/01/2026	$449,000	ListingRemoved	Smart MLS #24132496

12/21/2025	$449,000	PriceChange	Smart MLS #24132496
Price Change $446,005 (14,892%)
11/28/2025	$2,995	Listed For Rent	Zillow Rentals

10/13/2025	$425,000	Listed For Sale	Smart MLS #24132496

09/01/2015	$289,000	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

07/30/2015	$289,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $9,000 (-3%)
07/16/2015	$298,000	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $1,900 (-1%)
06/18/2015	$299,900	PriceChange	Agent Provided
Price Change $19,100 (-6%)
05/23/2015	$319,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

10/15/2009	$200,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 10/15/2009 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
12/30/2003	$210,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 12/30/2003 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
01/13/1998	$139,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 01/13/1998 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
03/09/1992	$151,000	Sold	N/A
Recording Date 03/09/1992 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A

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91 Gillies Road, Hamden, CT	0.08	Single-Family Home	$449,000	10/10/25	3	1.5	1,682
1590 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT	0.15	Single-Family Home	$347,000	08/25/25	4	1.5	1,820
41 Barrett Street, Hamden, CT	0.09	Single-Family Home	$352,500	06/26/26	3	2	1,111
65 Ford Street, Hamden, CT	0.22	Single-Family Home	$387,000	07/31/26	3	1.5	1,183
95 Carmalt Road, Hamden, CT	0.21	Single-Family Home	$520,000	05/29/26	3	1.5	1,932
35 Barrett Street, Hamden, CT	0.10	Single-Family Home	$375,000	05/05/26	4	1.5	1,092
50 Haverford Street, Hamden, CT	0.27	Single-Family Home	$450,000	06/16/26	3	2	2,066
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Assigned Schools

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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
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LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Marybeth Keating, Keating Real Estate, LLC, (203) 200-0288

Agent Phone: (203) 200-0288

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56 Dessa Drive, Hamden, CT 06517 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,248 sqft single-family home built in 1960. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Smart MLS on May 11, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 24148670.

56 Dessa Drive Hamden, CT 06517

$449,000

$449,000

Home Highlights

Local Information

About this House

Home Details for 56 Dessa Drive

Interior Features

Exterior Features

Days on Market

Property Information

Price & Status

Active Status

Location

Agent Information

Building

Community

HOA

Lot Information

Energy

Miscellaneous

Additional Information

Market trends in Hamden

Price History for 56 Dessa Drive

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Property Tax and Assessment

Comparable Sales for 56 Dessa Drive

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Assigned Schools

What Locals Say about Hamden

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56 Dessa Drive
Hamden, CT 06517