Ideal location, walking distance to East Rock Park and only minutes to downtown New Haven, Yale and Hamden. This classic brick ranch style home with a 2 car garage has so much to offer. Walk through the front door into the foyer that opens into the living room with a fireplace. The living room opens up nicely to the dining room. There are hardwood floors throughout the home including new hardwood floors in the kitchen and hallway. The freshly painted kitchen has new appliances, and under cabinet lighting. The kitchen has access to the dining room and porch to the back yard with a newly covered pergola that's perfect for summer entertaining. As a bonus there is also a 2nd 22x9 patio area on the front of the house off of the sunroom. The full bathroom has a new vanity made from reclaimed barn wood, new tile floor, vent fan, toilet and faucet. There is a new highly efficient gas Navien Heating system and tankless hot water heater that was installed in 2021. The chimney was recently repointed and many improvements have been made throughout the home. Enjoy the quiet, private fenced backyard that's perfect for relaxing.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$280Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Liz Zakrzewski• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Betsy Grauer• Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc
Source:Smart MLS #170504181
Redfin Estimate
$447,900
$105K since sold in August 2022$1,000 since July
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This home's estimate is 18.5% higher than the average sale price ($378K) of 6 comparable homes.
$10,000 CREDIT AT CLOSING TOWARDS BUYER'S REMODELING COSTS! A handsome house in a great location. This two bedroom mid-century house sits on one of Hamden's prettiest streets a little more than a block from a Whitney Avenue bus stop. It was built in 1948, and features sturdy brick construction. Its interior and exterior have been freshly painted. A gracious sunken living room with fireplace welcomes you, with excellent flow for entertaining. Both living room and study have doors leading to an outdoor deck. 1.5 baths, kitchen (1970s) functional but a new owner may choose to update.
Public Records
Oct 26, 1990
Sold
$183,000
$115/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,847 (+1.6%)
$91,210 + $83,440
$174,650
2022
$9,690 (+5.8%)
$91,210 + $83,440
$174,650
2021
$9,159 (−30.5%)
$91,210 + $83,440
$174,650
2020
$13,175 (+6.4%)
$181,160 + $72,310
$253,470
2019
$12,385 (+1.9%)
$181,160 + $72,310
$253,470
2018
$12,156 (+6.0%)
$181,160 + $72,310
$253,470
2017
$11,472 (−0.2%)
$181,160 + $72,310
$253,470
2016
$11,497 (+25.6%)
$181,160 + $72,310
$253,470
2014
$9,157 (+2.5%)
$142,870 + $86,450
$229,320
2011
$8,930
$142,870 + $86,450
$229,320
Tax history for 51 Blake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,847 (+1.6%)
$91,210 + $83,440
$174,650
2022
$9,690 (+5.8%)
$91,210 + $83,440
$174,650
2021
$9,159 (−30.5%)
$91,210 + $83,440
$174,650
2020
$13,175 (+6.4%)
$181,160 + $72,310
$253,470
2019
$12,385 (+1.9%)
$181,160 + $72,310
$253,470
2018
$12,156 (+6.0%)
$181,160 + $72,310
$253,470
2017
$11,472 (−0.2%)
$181,160 + $72,310
$253,470
2016
$11,497 (+25.6%)
$181,160 + $72,310
$253,470
2014
$9,157 (+2.5%)
$142,870 + $86,450
$229,320
2011
$8,930
$142,870 + $86,450
$229,320
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,598
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1130034
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: 2
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Fireplaces Total: 1
Appliances Included: Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher