980 Benham St, Hamden, CT 06514
OFF MARKET

980 Benham St
Hamden, CT 06514

    (on 1.22 acres)

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    Find your peaceful slice of life from this beautiful, private, wooded lot in the rustic yet convenient West Rock area of Hamden. At nearly one and a quarter acre this property has all the room you will need not only to build your dream house, but also to get some much-needed space. Buyer to do due diligence regarding building plans, water/sewer, etc. You will also find a seasonal creek, and a rustic rock ledge inside. Conveniently located, this property is a 5 minute drive to rt 15, about 20 minutes to New Havens Union Station (off the Metro North New Haven Line)/Yale University, and a short 1 mile drive or walk to West Rock State Parks Lake Wintergreen recreation area. With a peaceful feel and convenient location this property has a lot to offer! u
    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.

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    Less than a day ago

    Home Details for 980 Benham St

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: Lot Land

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 1.22 acres

    Price History for 980 Benham St

    DatePriceEventSource
    10/20/2022$37,500Sold
    Smart MLS #170521213
    09/21/2022$42,400ContingentSmart MLS #170521213
    09/04/2022$42,400Listed For SaleSmart MLS #170521213
    08/09/2022$5,000Sold
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    06/16/2021ListingRemovedWilliam Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance
    02/18/2021$39,900Listed For SaleSmart MLS #170373725
    02/01/2021ListingRemovedWilliam Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance
    09/29/2020$39,900Listed For SaleSmart MLS #170341601
    06/02/2018$54,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
    10/11/2017$54,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
    09/01/2017$54,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
    02/25/2017$54,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
    10/01/2015$59,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
    05/22/2015$59,900PriceChange
    Agent Provided
    02/01/2015$69,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
    06/16/1998$39,500Sold
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    Market trends in Hamden

    Last updated April 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $339K
    $5.82K    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
    99.9%
    Price per sq ft
    $213
    $3    MoM
    Available listings
    184
    35    MoM
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    Property Tax and Assessment

    Year2025
    Tax$4,031
    Assessment$77,700
    Home facts updated by county records

    Comparable Sales for 980 Benham St

    Address
    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    305 Grandview Avenue, Hamden, CT
    1.65
    Lot/Land
    $125,000
    02/11/26
    -
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    23 Lunar Dr, Woodbridge, CT
    1.69
    Lot/Land
    $182,000
    02/26/26
    -
    -
    519 Pine Rock Avenue, Hamden, CT
    1.59
    Lot/Land
    $50,000
    09/05/25
    -
    -
    509 Pine Rock Avenue, Hamden, CT
    1.60
    Lot/Land
    $90,000
    09/05/25
    -
    -
    20 Lunar Dr, Woodbridge, CT
    1.74
    Lot/Land
    $182,000
    02/26/26
    -
    -
    35 Haywood Lane, Hamden, CT
    1.64
    Lot/Land
    $111,000
    11/26/25
    -
    -
    33 Helen Street, Hamden, CT
    1.92
    Lot/Land
    $125,000
    03/23/26
    -
    -
    175 Colony Street, Hamden, CT
    2.78
    Lot/Land
    $82,500
    12/23/25
    -
    -
    27 Valley Place North, New Haven, CT
    2.47
    Lot/Land
    $92,000
    05/18/26
    -
    -
    62A Round Hill Road, Bethany, CT
    2.99
    Lot/Land
    $60,000
    11/13/25
    -
    -

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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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      "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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    • 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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      "Nice and quiet with minimal traffic. Drive 1.5miles and have all necessary stores to shop, eat, etc."
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    980 Benham St, Hamden, CT 06514 is a lot/land. This property is not currently available for sale. 980 Benham St was last sold on Oct 20, 2022 for $37,500.