Adorable colonial on level corner lot located on a quiet street near the center of Hamden. Walk to all the restaurants and shops along Whitney Avenue as well as the library and post office. What curb appeal! Beautiful tumbled stone paver driveway, vinyl siding, architectural shingles and Thermopane windows. Generous size rooms throughout. Beautiful living room with fireplace, bay window and open access to the lovely dining room which enjoys a large picture window with a view to the private yard. The kitchen can easily handle an island or a table and chairs. The back hall brings you extra storage, half bath and access to the sun porch overlooking the manicured yard. Three large bedrooms and an updated bath complete the second floor. So much sunlight and cross ventilation in this home. Hardwood floors, walk-up attic, newer boiler, oil tank and hot water heater (all completed in 2015 and 2016). The home is wired for a generator hook-up. Would you like to use public transportation, this is just a short walk to the bus stop. Close to highways, New Haven, QU. Come make this house your new home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
8,276 sq ftLot Size
$256Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Eileen Smith• Pearce Real Estate
Bought with Akenmisire Musa• YellowBrick Real Estate LLC
Source:Smart MLS #170087464
Redfin Estimate
$390,996
$158K since sold in July 2018$7,000 since August
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This home's estimate is 4% lower than the average sale price ($407K) of 6 comparable homes.
Outstanding 3 BR, 1.5 bath Colonial on prime corner lot close to town center! Old-fashioned neighborhood with sidewalks and low traffic. Updates include new boiler, thermalpane replacement windows, architectural roof, vinyl siding, 100 amp CB, sprinkler system. Generously proportioned rooms, hardwood floors throughout, updated baths. Formal living room has beautiful FP with fluted columns and granite surround, as well as a new bay window that floods the room with natural light! Formal dining room chair rail and rear picture window overlooking a manicured yard. Large, fully appliance eat in kitchen, a half-bath, and a back hall with storage complete the first floor. A newly renovated 3-season rear porch with jalousied windows leads to a lovely patio for outdoor entertainment! One car attached garage is enhanced with a beautiful brick driveway. House is wired for a generator.
Smart MLS #N10062825
Nov 30, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jul 11, 2015
Listed
$229,900
$151/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 29, 1997
Sold
$120,000
$79/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,098 (+1.6%)
$41,230 + $102,410
$143,640
2022
$7,969 (+5.8%)
$41,230 + $102,410
$143,640
2021
$7,532 (−1.6%)
$41,230 + $102,410
$143,640
2020
$7,652 (+6.4%)
$63,420 + $83,790
$147,210
2019
$7,193 (+1.9%)
$63,420 + $83,790
$147,210
2018
$7,060 (+6.0%)
$63,420 + $83,790
$147,210
2017
$6,663 (−0.2%)
$63,420 + $83,790
$147,210
2016
$6,677 (+8.1%)
$63,420 + $83,790
$147,210
2014
$6,174 (+2.5%)
$64,610 + $90,020
$154,630
2011
$6,021
$64,610 + $90,020
$154,630
Tax history for 40 Austen Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$8,098 (+1.6%)
$41,230 + $102,410
$143,640
2022
$7,969 (+5.8%)
$41,230 + $102,410
$143,640
2021
$7,532 (−1.6%)
$41,230 + $102,410
$143,640
2020
$7,652 (+6.4%)
$63,420 + $83,790
$147,210
2019
$7,193 (+1.9%)
$63,420 + $83,790
$147,210
2018
$7,060 (+6.0%)
$63,420 + $83,790
$147,210
2017
$6,663 (−0.2%)
$63,420 + $83,790
$147,210
2016
$6,677 (+8.1%)
$63,420 + $83,790
$147,210
2014
$6,174 (+2.5%)
$64,610 + $90,020
$154,630
2011
$6,021
$64,610 + $90,020
$154,630
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,276 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,527
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1141871
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 1
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Location: Laundry area in the lower level.
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 1
Appliances Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (Half): 1
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3
Room Information
Rooms Additional: Foyer
Room Count: 7
Basement Description: Full, Unfinished
Has Attic
Attic Description: Walk-up
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Patio, Porch, Shed, Sidewalk, Wrap Around Deck
Lot Information
Lot Description: Dry, Corner Lot, Level Lot
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: White
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1527
Driveway Type: Paved
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $147,210
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
Hot Water Description: 30 Gallon Tank
Heat Type: Hot Water
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows
Location
School Information
Middle Jr High School: Hamden
High School: Hamden
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Commuter Bus, Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Walk to Bus Lines
Directions: Whitney Avenue to Colonial Drive to Hampton Road to Austen Road.
County: New Haven
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,527
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,276 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: New Haven County
APN: 1141871
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 3
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Schools
Shepherd Glen School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 1.1mi
4/10
Hamden Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi
5/10
Hamden High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
4/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
27% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$372,000 – $450,000
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