Located just minutes drive from Yale downtown campus, this charming Center Hall Colonial is nested between Edgehill/St. Ronan and Whitneyville neighborhoods, on the Hamden side of Prospect Hill. Quiet street, set among mature greenery and established houses has a relaxing and peaceful ambiance. Sighted back from the street, this house features a lovely Living Room with wood-burning Fireplace, east-facing Sun Room accessible from the Living Room through 2 sets of French Doors; Formal rectangular Dining Room, and a spacious, remodeled Eat-in Kitchen with all stainless-steel appliances, rare Argentinian granite counters, and elegant backsplash that add to the appeal of the renovations. A guest bathroom is located in a private hallway on the main floor. The 2nd floor has 4 bedrooms: Primary Bedroom with 2 closets and full bathroom; 2 other Bedrooms have access to another bathroom (both bathrooms feature classic period tilework in pristine condition and updated fixtures). The 3rd floor has 2 more Bedrooms and a full bathroom with a classic clawfoot tub. The property is almost half acre of partially landscaped grounds with stone patio just off the Kitchen. There is a wooded area perfect for privacy but also for explorations, and potential further landscaping. 2 car detached garage. Walk to East Rock Park, Whitney Lake, New Haven Country Club, Hamden Hall Day School, etc.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
0.4 acresLot Size
$261Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Wojtek Borowski• Pearce Real Estate
Bought with Alexander Pepe• William Raveis Real Estate
Source:Smart MLS #24035859
Redfin Estimate
$813,321
$143K since sold in December 2024$11K since July
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This home's estimate is 27.8% higher than the average sale price ($636K) of 6 comparable homes.
Classic center hall colonial located on Blake Road, within walking distance to Hamden Hall. Lovely entrance foyer is flanked on the left by a formal front to back Living Room and on the right by a formal dining room. The gracious living room includes a wood-burning fireplace with built-in bookcases on either side. The large formal Dining Room includes a chair rail and a built-in china cabinet. The large sunroom is just off the living room and includes bookcases and is surrounded by windows. The updated kitchen includes granite counters, maple cabinets, hardwood floor, two sinks, room for dining and three windows overlooking the rear yard. There are 4 bedrooms on the second floor and two full baths. Two bedrooms share a Jack & Jill bath. The back stairs go all the way to the third floor with two additional bedrooms and a full bath. The third floor bath includes a clawfoot tub for a luxurious bath experience. The beautiful bluestone patio goes across the rear of the home and there is a 2 car detached garage. Come make this your new home. An easy commute to New Haven. Steps to the Eli Whitney Museum and East Rock Park.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$20,289 (+1.6%)
$95,690 + $264,180
$359,870
2022
$19,966 (+5.8%)
$95,690 + $264,180
$359,870
2021
$18,872 (−7.2%)
$95,690 + $264,180
$359,870
2020
$20,336 (+6.4%)
$190,190 + $201,040
$391,230
2019
$19,115 (+1.9%)
$190,190 + $201,040
$391,230
2018
$18,763 (+6.0%)
$190,190 + $201,040
$391,230
2017
$17,707 (−0.2%)
$190,190 + $201,040
$391,230
2016
$17,746 (+33.6%)
$190,190 + $201,040
$391,230
2014
$13,285 (+2.5%)
$149,940 + $182,770
$332,710
2011
$12,956
$149,940 + $182,770
$332,710
Tax history for 82 Blake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$20,289 (+1.6%)
$95,690 + $264,180
$359,870
2022
$19,966 (+5.8%)
$95,690 + $264,180
$359,870
2021
$18,872 (−7.2%)
$95,690 + $264,180
$359,870
2020
$20,336 (+6.4%)
$190,190 + $201,040
$391,230
2019
$19,115 (+1.9%)
$190,190 + $201,040
$391,230
2018
$18,763 (+6.0%)
$190,190 + $201,040
$391,230
2017
$17,707 (−0.2%)
$190,190 + $201,040
$391,230
2016
$17,746 (+33.6%)
$190,190 + $201,040
$391,230
2014
$13,285 (+2.5%)
$149,940 + $182,770
$332,710
2011
$12,956
$149,940 + $182,770
$332,710
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.