850 Prospect Street, Hamden, CT 06517
OFF MARKET

850 Prospect Street
Hamden, CT 06517

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,800 sqft (on 0.40 acres)

$939,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,559/mo*
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$939,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,559/mo*
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4 Beds
3 Baths
2,800 sqft
(on 0.40 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1955
Lot Size
0.4 acres
Living Area
2,800 sqft
Price/Sqft
$336
Parking
2 Car Garage

About this House

This stately brick Georgian colonial in the Prospect Hill neighborhood is in close proximity to Yale and Town. The circular driveway leads to a charming entry door with leaded glass sidelights. The spacious living room has a large picture window, a fireplace and HW floor. It is fully open to the dining room which has a picture window, HW floor and a glass French door leading to a quiet screened porch, which is surrounded by mature plantings. The eat-in kitchen has excellent storage and work space and is immediately adjacent to a sunny family room with a built-in cabinet. There is a mud room and half bath on this level. A large primary bedroom with a full bath is on the second floor, in addition to three more good size rooms and another full bath. All bedrooms have HW floors and lots of windows and excellent closet space. A finished rec room, half bath and storage is on the lower level. There is a two-car garage and lovely landscaping surrounds the house. The house is in an ideal location close to Edgerton and East Rock Parks, neighborhood tennis and basketball courts, and a playground, plus easy access to neighborhood shops and cafes. This is opportunity to live in this vibrant community.
850 Prospect Street, Hamden, CT 06517 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,800 sqft single-family home built in 1955. It last sold for $525,000 on Nov 26, 2024 (12% below the $599,500 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2025 with an asking price of $6,495 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 26, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $939,700, with a rent estimate of $4,701/month.

Home Details for 850 Prospect Street

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Rec Play Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2800 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Electric Cooktop, Oven, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water HeaterDryerLaundry: Lower Level,Mud RoomWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Attic Fan,Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: Storm Door(s)
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Screened, PorchExterior: Sidewalk, Awning(s), Rain Gutters, Garden, LightingFoundation: Concrete PerimeterGardenNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Attached,Paved,Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Circular Driveway
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2800 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Georgian Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1129445

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $599,500
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Nov 25 2024Possession Timing: By Agreement

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2800 Square Feet

Community

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

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.40 acres

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Thermostat, Doors

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 24039758Attic: Crawl Space, Access Via HatchAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2800

Additional Information

Basketball CourtGolfParkPlaygroundPrivate School(s)Tennis Court(s)Near Public Transport
Last check for updates: about 24 hours ago
Listed by Betsy Grauer, (203) 641-3003
Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc, (203) 787-3434
Bought with: Betsy Grauer, (203) 641-3003, Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc, (203) 787-3434
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24039758

Price History for 850 Prospect Street

DatePriceEventSource
04/26/2025$6,495ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
02/28/2025$6,495Listed For RentZillow Rentals
11/26/2024$525,000Sold
Smart MLS #24039758
09/18/2024$599,500PriceChange
Smart MLS #24039758
08/16/2024$729,900Listed For SaleSmart MLS #24039758

Market trends in Hamden

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$22,135
Assessment$426,650
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 850 Prospect Street

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
855 Prospect Street, Hamden, CT
0.05
Single-Family Home
$550,000
02/27/26
5
3
2,646
841 Prospect Street, Hamden, CT
0.04
Single-Family Home
$801,000
07/31/26
3
3
2,070
55 Goodrich Street, Hamden, CT
0.10
Single-Family Home
$452,000
06/10/26
4
3.5
2,035
128 Blake Road, Hamden, CT
0.40
Single-Family Home
$691,500
05/29/26
3
2
2,270
10 Barraclough Avenue, Hamden, CT
0.59
Single-Family Home
$450,000
06/16/26
4
2
2,079
90 Heloise Street, Hamden, CT
0.51
Single-Family Home
$625,000
03/06/26
5
2.5
3,093
19 Armory Street, Hamden, CT
0.43
Single-Family Home
$437,500
02/13/26
4
2
1,616
57 Mill Rock Road, Hamden, CT
0.32
Single-Family Home
$710,000
07/21/26
3
3
1,953
46 Huntington Street, New Haven, CT
0.42
Single-Family Home
$970,000
10/15/25
5
2
3,065

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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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    "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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    "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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  • 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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    "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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  • ASR
    "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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Frequently asked questions about 850 Prospect Street

  • What is 850 Prospect Street estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 850 Prospect Street in Hamden, CT is $939,700.
  • What is the price history for 850 Prospect Street?
    850 Prospect Street in Hamden, CT last sold for $525,000 in November 2024.
  • 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 $345K. That is up $11.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 850 Prospect Street have air conditioning?
    Yes, 850 Prospect Street in Hamden, CT has air conditioning.
  • Does 850 Prospect Street have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 850 Prospect Street in Hamden, CT has in-unit laundry.
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