This home's estimate is 4.8% higher than the average sale price ($418K) of 6 comparable homes.
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1253 Dunbar Hill Rd, Hamden, CT 06514
About this home
Offered for the first time in decades, this exceptionally well-maintained residence reflects 55 years of prideful ownership and thoughtful care. This home has three bedrooms and two full baths , the second bath is on the lower level, providing a functional and refined layout. The sun filled family room features skylights and French doors opening to a deck and brick patio overlooking a large level lot, ideal for outdoor entertaining or quiet enjoyment. A fireplace anchors the living/dining room combination creating an elegant setting for gatherings. Hardwood floors enhance the main living areas, adding warmth and timeless appeal. The eat-in kitchen is tastefully appointed with new quartz counter tops, maple cabinetry and newer appliances offering both style and functionality. Additional highlights include a large attic that runs over main house and garage creating tons of storage, central air, a two-car attached garage, and a location minutes from Quinnipiac University, shopping, lakes, golf course and downtown New Haven. A rare opportunity to own a meticulously cared-for home offering enduring quality, comfort and convenience in a highly desirable Hamden setting.
Exterior of house was painted in 2024. Chimney was repointed and deck was painted in the fall of 2025. Vision appraisal card does not have full bath in basement. Town of Hamden is undergoing a 4-year tax phase-in. Current year taxes are $8978.22. Agent or Buyers please do your due diligence.
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Sale history for 1253 Dunbar Hill Rd
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Tax history for 1253 Dunbar Hill Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Garage Information
- Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
- Garages Number: 2
Interior
- Interior Information
- Total Rooms: 6
- Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
- Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
- In-Law Apartment: No
- Fireplaces Total: 1
- Cooling System: Central Air
- Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 2
- Bedroom Information
- Beds Total: 3
- Room Information
- Basement Description: Crawl Space, Full, Partially Finished
- Has Attic
- Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
- Exterior Siding: Shingle
- Exterior Features: Shed, Deck, Garden Area, French Doors, Patio
- Lot Information
- Lot Description: Level Lot
- Building Information
- Foundation Type: Block
- Construction Description: Frame
- Property Information
- Radon Mitigation Air
- Radon Mitigation Water
- Property Type: Single Family For Sale
- Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1620
Financial
- Assessments Information
- Assessed Value: $232,750
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Private Well
- Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
- Hot Water Description: Domestic
- Heat Type: Hot Air
- Heat Fuel Type: Oil
- Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Location
- School Information
- High School: Hamden
- Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
- Location Information
- State: Connecticut
- Nearby Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Shopping/Mall
- Directions: Four Rod Road to Dunbar Hill Road. GPS friendly
- County: New Haven
Public facts
- Beds: 3
- Baths: 1.0
- Sq. Ft.: 1,625
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 0.56 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1951
- Year Renovated: —
- County: New Haven County
- APN: 1140838
Around this home
Schools
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.0mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.0mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 98° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.9 hours in June and 4.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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