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    • Price cut: $145K (7/7)
    $1,055,000

    1056 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517

    6beds
    4,485sqft
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    $7,641/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1900
    1.43 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $235/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Delightful screened porchGrand entryGlorious red tile roofBuilt-in bookcaseBreakfast roomHerringbone brick walkRaised paneling
    Exquisite estate type property offered for the first time in over 60 yrs. Set far back from the street and hidden behind magnificent mature landscaping sits this elegant Mediterranean style stucco house with a glorious red tile roof. A Herringbone brick walk leads to the grand entry and then to the elegant foyer with a double wide staircase. The large living room has a FP, raised paneling, built-in bookcase, 2 sets of glass French doors with decorative lights above them and glass doors leasing to an incredible sunroom/music room with walls of glass. The spectacular dining room offers a FP, raised paneling and a door to a delightful screened porch. The kitchen has a wonderful pantry with glass door cabinets, excellent storage, granite counters + a sink and also has an island, breakfast room and an incredible room with the pristine original cold storage cabinets. There is a laundry room + half bath on this main level. The glorious 2nd floor landing leads you to a wonderful primary suite with two dressing rooms + a full bath. Next door is a library/family room w/built-in bookcases and glass door cabinets. There are 4 more bedrooms and 2 additional full bath on this floor. The walk up 3rd floor has a bedroom and bath plus a large storage area. Behind the house is a porte-cochere and a 3 car garage. Can be sold with MLS #'s 24154254 & 24189601 (56 Blake/1050 Whitney). Hamden is in year 2 of a 4 year tax phase in. Can be sold with MLS #'s 24154254 & 24189601 (56 Blake/1050 Whitney)
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    Listed by:

    Betsy Grauer (203)787-3434,

    Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc 203-787-3434

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24189606MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 5
      • Full bathrooms: 4
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Laundry
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 253.98 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14.11 x 18
      Bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 195.34 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13.11 x 14.9
      Bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 166.37 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12.7 x 13.1
      Bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 112.52 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9.7 x 11.6
      Bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 141.6 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.8 x 12
      Bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      Dining room
      • Features: Fireplace, French Doors
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 303.4 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14.8 x 20.5
      Kitchen
      • Features: Eating Space, Pantry
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 597.32 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 21.8 x 27.4
      Living room
      • Features: Bookcases, Fireplace, French Doors
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 382.5 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 x 25.5
      Study
      • Features: Bookcases
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 260.75 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14.9 x 17.5
      Sun room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 144.69 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9.1 x 15.9
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Entrance Foyer
      • Doors: French Doors
      • Basement: Full,Interior Entry
      • Attic: Partially Finished,Walk-up
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 4,485
      • Total interior livable area: 4,485 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 4,485

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Paved
      • Garage spaces: 3
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Screened, Porch
      • Exterior features: Sidewalk, Rain Gutters, Garden, Lighting
      Lot
      • Size: 1.43 Acres
      • Features: Secluded, Corner Lot, Additional Land Avail., Few Trees, Landscaped, Rolling Slope
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1130032
      • Zoning: R4

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Tudor
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Foundation: Masonry, Stone
      • Roof: Tile
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1900

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Spring Glen
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Hamden

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $235/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $668,990
      • Annual tax amount: $28,974
      • Date on market: 7/7/2026

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/7/2026Price change$1,055,000-12.1%$235/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24189606 Report a problem
        3/23/2026Listed for sale$1,200,000$268/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24154802 Report a problem
        10/20/2025Listing removed$1,200,000$268/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24110054 Report a problem
        7/21/2025Listed for sale$1,200,000$268/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24110054 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$34,707 +18.6%$668,990 +27.1%
        2024$29,261 -0.5%$526,190 +0.9%
        2023$29,410 +1.6%$521,640
        2022$28,941 +5.8%$521,640
        2021$27,355 +3.7%$521,640 +2.8%
        2020$26,380 +6.4%$507,500
        2019$24,796 +1.9%$507,500
        2018$24,340 +6%$507,500
        2017$22,969 -15.4%$507,500 -15.2%
        2016$27,145 +50.4%$598,430 +35.5%
        2015$18,052 +2.4%$441,700
        2014$17,637 +2.5%$441,700
        2013$17,200 +4.8%$441,700
        2012$16,405 +6.8%$441,700
        2011$15,358 -3%$441,700 -17.9%
        2010$15,831 +0%$538,090
        2009$15,825 0%$538,090
        2008$15,831 +1.1%$538,090
        2007$15,658 +4.1%$538,090
        2006$15,040 -11.7%$538,090 +36.6%
        2005$17,035 +15%$393,960
        2003$14,817 +9.1%$393,960
        2001$13,576 $393,960
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 06517

        Getting around

        54 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        37 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Ridge Hill
        • Middle: Hamden
        • High: Hamden

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