853 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517
OFF MARKET

853 Whitney Avenue
Hamden, CT 06517

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,889 sqft

$642,900

Trulia Estimate
as of May 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,369/mo*
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$642,900

Trulia Estimate
as of May 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,369/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,889 sqft

Local Information

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Description

OFFERS DUE BY 5:00 PM Tuesday 3/4! Nestled in the desirable East Rock Neighborhood, this gorgeous custom-built stucco colonial exudes charm and character at every turn. The house boasts incredible detailed trim work, moldings, and built-ins throughout, creating a timeless elegance. This Light and bright home has been meticulously maintained and updated and features; a fireplace in the living room, beautiful gleaming hardwood floors, a sunroom off the living room, a stunning dining room with custom built-in corner cabinets, a first floor bedroom, a full bath and an eat-in kitchen with Terrazzo flooring. The second floor landing, with a built-In window bench, leads you to 3 additional bedrooms. The spacious primary bedroom features a sitting room/den, a dressing area and access to the renovated second floor bath. Throughout the house you will find abundant and spacious closet space! Other additional features include: central air (second floor only), a security system, a cedar closet, a butlers pantry off the kitchen and beautiful mature plantings throughout the site! The private rear yard is a perfect retreat for relaxation, gardening and hosting family outings! Enjoy kayaking on the nearby Mill River! Improvements include: 2nd Floor AC (2023), A chimney liner (2023), Hot water heater (2015), painting exterior trim (2022) & interior painting. Walking distance to the Yale campus, downtown New Haven, Restaurants and all New Haven has to offer! Only Street parking!
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from March 29, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
None
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 853 Whitney Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Unfinished,Storage Space,Interior Entry,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Study, Sun Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2889 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Lower LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation: Brick/Mortar, StoneNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2889 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1128049

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $524,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Mar 06 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Hamden
School Information
Elementary School: Per Board of EdHigh School: Hamden

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2889 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 24077062Attic: Pull Down StairsAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2889
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Buddy L. Degennaro, (203) 710-2548
Coldwell Banker Realty, (203) 389-0015
Bought with: Carissa Mastriano, (203) 996-7437, GRL & Realtors, LLC, (203) 781-0000
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24077062

Price History for 853 Whitney Avenue

DatePriceEventSource
03/28/2025$650,000Sold
Smart MLS #24077062
03/14/2025$524,900PendingSmart MLS #24077062
02/28/2025$524,900Listed For SaleSmart MLS #24077062
01/02/2008$290,000Sold
Smart MLS #N263672
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$14,802
Assessment$285,320
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 853 Whitney Avenue

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
19 Armory Street, Hamden, CT
0.24
Single-Family Home
$437,500
02/13/26
4
2
1,616
46 Huntington Street, New Haven, CT
0.33
Single-Family Home
$970,000
10/15/25
5
2
3,065
279 Willow Street, New Haven, CT
0.73
Single-Family Home
$849,000
07/29/25
4
2
2,234
201 Everit Street, New Haven, CT
0.28
Single-Family Home
$1,320,000
10/01/25
5
3.5
3,896
194 Canner Street, New Haven, CT
0.66
Single-Family Home
$920,000
05/05/26
5
3
2,605
52 Lillibridge Court, Hamden, CT
0.66
Single-Family Home
$522,500
08/27/25
4
2.5
3,072
90 Heloise Street, Hamden, CT
0.66
Single-Family Home
$625,000
03/06/26
5
2.5
3,093
160 East Rock Road, New Haven, CT
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,600,000
06/05/25
3
3.5
3,542
855 Prospect Street, Hamden, CT
0.38
Single-Family Home
$550,000
02/27/26
5
3
2,646

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What Locals Say about Hamden

At least 358 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

  • 63 % 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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  • 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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  • Winsher Taina Desir
    "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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  • 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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  • 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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853 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,889 sqft single-family home built in 1920. This property is not currently available for sale. 853 Whitney Avenue was last sold on Mar 28, 2025 for $650,000 (24% higher than the asking price of $524,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 853 Whitney Avenue is $642,900.