Your Whitneyville oasis awaits! This 3/4 bed, 2.5 bath ranch style home is truly something special. As soon as you drive up to this corner lot, you will feel the charm and warmth. Don't miss the fully fenced in vegetable garden and the sprawling landscaping, lovingly designed by the current owner. To round out your outdoor haven, there is a large bluestone patio, perfect for outdoor entertaining. Upon entering the home, you are greeted by a bright & open living and dining space, adorned with a large fireplace, perfect for your cozy winter evenings. The eat-in kitchen has newer appliances and ample cabinet space. With expansive living space on the upper and lower levels, and a designated office with private entrance, your options for live/work/play at 261 Blake Road are endless. Each bedroom has plenty of storage with large closets and unique built-ins. The home features many recent updates including a new primary bathroom with glass walk-in shower, a renovated lower-level half bathroom, custom closets in the 2nd and 3rd bedrooms and refinished hardwood floors. The central air system is under 5 years old and there are newer baseboards (2021) throughout the entire home. The oversized attached 2 car garage is one of the many bonuses you will find, allowing for spacious work or storage space. Set among the other stunning homes of this Whitneyville neighborhood, you are walking distance to nearby parks, restaurants and shops and just minutes to Yale and Downtown New Haven.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.33 acresLot Size
$276Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Maddy Ceruti• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Bought with Jennifer D'Amato• Seabury Hill REALTORS
Source:Smart MLS #24023426
Redfin Estimate
$538,915
$19K since sold in June 2024$23K since July
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This home's estimate is 8.5% higher than the average sale price ($497K) of 6 comparable homes.
Tastefully expanded 3/4 bedroom ranch in prime location minutes to town. Spacious Living Room with fireplace opens to sunfilled Dining Room. Large kitchen with eating area has newer cabinetry and appliances. Master bedroom suite with private bath and abundant closet space with built-in drawers. The additional bedrooms are in a separate wing of the house. New hall bath 2019. The above grade lower level with separate entrance has a generous size family room plus a room that would be a great office. new central air 2020. Oversize two car garage. Beautiful corner lot. irrigation system. Blown in attic insulation and exterior painted 2020. New assessment $212,800 effective July 1, 2021
new assessment beginning July 1, 2021 $212,800
Smart MLS #170209709
Sep 9, 2019
Sold
$284,500
$146/sq ft
Aug 26, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jun 24, 2019
Listed
$299,900
$154/sq ft
Custom mid-century ranch home in Hamden Hall area! Sun-filled spaces and architectural features abound. Large open living room-dining room with oversized raised hearth fireplace. Huge fully equipped eat-in-kitchen with ample storage. Main floor office/den with dutch doors. Private master bedroom suite with 3 large closets and full bathroom. Two additional bedrooms and full bathroom on main floor, plus possible 4th bedroom in office/den. Walk-out lower level with additional 480 square feet of living space; private entrance and half bath -- perfect for in-law or au pair-- with bedroom area plus open Family Room. Amenities include: central air conditioning, 200 amp electrical, multi-zone heat, irrigation system, oversized 2 car garage. Minutes to Yale and Downtown. One-level living at its best!
Smart MLS #170140964
Feb 15, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jan 7, 2019
Relisted
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Nov 16, 2018
Listing Removed
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Oct 31, 2018
Listed
$299,000
$153/sq ft
Smart MLS #170122447
Oct 24, 2018
Listing Removed
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Oct 5, 2018
Price Changed
$393,000
$201/sq ft
Sep 6, 2018
Listed
$400,000
$205/sq ft
Smart MLS #170111927
Sep 5, 2018
Listing Removed
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Aug 13, 2018
Price Changed
$450,000
$230/sq ft
Aug 2, 2018
Listed
$465,000
$238/sq ft
Smart MLS #N354745
Dec 8, 2014
Listing Removed
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Sep 12, 2014
Listed
$375,000
$192/sq ft
Smart MLS #N349569
Sep 8, 2014
Listing Removed
—
May 20, 2014
Listed
$375,000
$192/sq ft
Smart MLS #N315584
Nov 30, 2011
Listing Removed
—
Jun 13, 2011
Listed
$389,000
$199/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 13, 2006
Sold
$385,000
$197/sq ft
Smart MLS #N232388
Jul 19, 2005
Listed
$395,000
$202/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 10, 2002
Sold
$257,000
$132/sq ft
Smart MLS #N192696
Jun 12, 2002
Listed
$310,000
$159/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,998 (+1.6%)
$92,190 + $120,610
$212,800
2022
$11,806 (+5.8%)
$92,190 + $120,610
$212,800
2021
$11,159 (−20.0%)
$92,190 + $120,610
$212,800
2020
$13,954 (+6.4%)
$183,190 + $85,260
$268,450
2019
$13,116 (+1.9%)
$183,190 + $85,260
$268,450
2018
$12,875 (+6.0%)
$183,190 + $85,260
$268,450
2017
$12,150 (−0.2%)
$183,190 + $85,260
$268,450
2016
$12,177 (+21.8%)
$183,190 + $85,260
$268,450
2014
$9,995 (+2.5%)
$144,480 + $105,840
$250,320
2011
$9,747
$144,480 + $105,840
$250,320
Tax history for 261 Blake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,998 (+1.6%)
$92,190 + $120,610
$212,800
2022
$11,806 (+5.8%)
$92,190 + $120,610
$212,800
2021
$11,159 (−20.0%)
$92,190 + $120,610
$212,800
2020
$13,954 (+6.4%)
$183,190 + $85,260
$268,450
2019
$13,116 (+1.9%)
$183,190 + $85,260
$268,450
2018
$12,875 (+6.0%)
$183,190 + $85,260
$268,450
2017
$12,150 (−0.2%)
$183,190 + $85,260
$268,450
2016
$12,177 (+21.8%)
$183,190 + $85,260
$268,450
2014
$9,995 (+2.5%)
$144,480 + $105,840
$250,320
2011
$9,747
$144,480 + $105,840
$250,320
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
14,374
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,953
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1129510
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 10, 2024.
Oct 18, 2025 • Final
Bldg-pz
Remove and replace the existing roof.
Roofing
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