56 Gordon Street, Hamden, CT 06517
OFF MARKET

56 Gordon Street
Hamden, CT 06517

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,521 sqft

$530,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,675/mo*
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$530,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,675/mo*
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3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,521 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Fabulous Spring Glen Colonial! Nestled on a quiet street in the heart of Spring Glen, this wonderful home faces water company land and is surrounded by nature. An open front porch leads to an entry foyer and a large front-to-back Living Room with fireplace and built-ins. The open floor plan continues through the Dining Room and updated Kitchen with granite countertops. An oversized, bright Sunroom/Family Room makes is the perfect office, playroom, or den. Upstairs, you'll find three generous Bedrooms plus a large, updated Full Bathroom. The walk-up, finished third floor is a terrific bonus room and adds an additional 250+ square feet of usable space; it is currently being used as a guest Bedroom and home gym. Outside, the lovely yard is a private oasis featuring patio, inground gunite heated pool, hot tub, and wooden pool deck; the deep, level lot offers tons of room for playing, gardening, and entertaining. Amenities include: natural gas heat and hot water, electric car plug-in, Nest thermostat, many thermopane windows, attached garage, and storage shed. This home sits only half a block from Lake Whitney and is a short walk to bus line, shops, and restaurants. Minutes to Yale & Downtown. A rare find in an ideal location! ***HIGHEST & BEST OFFERS DUE 5/1/2023 by 1pm.***
56 Gordon Street, Hamden, CT 06517 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,521 sqft single-family home built in 1935. It last sold for $470,000 on Jun 30, 2023 (22% above the $385,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $530,700, with a rent estimate of $3,738/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio, Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 56 Gordon Street

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Garage AccessNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Loft
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1521 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Lower LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator,Steam,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Spa: HeatedHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Storm Window(s), Thermopane WindowsDoor: Storm Door(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck, PatioFencing: FullOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: Rain Gutters, SidewalkFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, StoneHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached,Private,Asphalt
Pool
Pool: In Ground, Heated, GunitePool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1521 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1935
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: 1135542

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $385,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue May 02 2023Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1521 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Basketball Court, Golf, Library, Park, Playground, Private School(s), Near Public Transport
Other
Playground

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9147.6 sqft

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Doors, Windows

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 170564189Attic: Walk-up, FinishedAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1521

Additional Information

Basketball CourtGolfLibraryParkPlaygroundPrivate School(s)Near Public Transport
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Jill Nathanson-Zaengel, (203) 687-8277
Press/Cuozzo Realtors, (203) 288-1900
Bought with: John Hill, (203) 675-3942, Seabury Hill REALTORS, (203) 562-1220
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#170564189

Price History for 56 Gordon Street

DatePriceEventSource
06/30/2023$470,000Sold
Smart MLS #170564189
05/02/2023$385,000ContingentSmart MLS #170564189
04/28/2023$385,000Listed For SaleSmart MLS #170564189
06/02/2021$385,000Sold
Smart MLS #170390208
05/24/2006$315,000Sold
Smart MLS #M9093926
06/01/1998$148,000Sold
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Market trends in Hamden

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$333K
$7.42KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$220
$8MoM
Available listings
192
9MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$14,327
Assessment$276,150
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 56 Gordon Street

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1590 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT
0.11
Single-Family Home
$347,000
08/25/25
4
1.5
1,820
1558 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT
0.10
Single-Family Home
$470,000
07/10/25
4
2
1,935
15 Edgemere Road, Hamden, CT
0.24
Single-Family Home
$417,000
07/15/25
3
1.5
1,745
184 Greenway Street, Hamden, CT
0.28
Single-Family Home
$365,000
05/15/26
3
1
1,329
91 Gillies Road, Hamden, CT
0.30
Single-Family Home
$449,000
10/10/25
3
1.5
1,682
37 Park Avenue, Hamden, CT
0.11
Single-Family Home
$390,000
07/31/25
3
2
1,690
50 Haverford Street, Hamden, CT
0.36
Single-Family Home
$450,000
06/16/26
3
2
2,066
140 Hawthorne Avenue, Hamden, CT
0.24
Single-Family Home
$385,000
08/14/25
3
1.5
1,636
73 Woodlawn Street, Hamden, CT
0.37
Single-Family Home
$531,000
05/28/26
3
1.5
1,881
49 Central Avenue, Hamden, CT
0.15
Single-Family Home
$375,000
07/02/26
3
1.5
1,456

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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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    "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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