You will absolutely fall in love when you see this charming architect renovated home on a quiet Whitneyville block. It feels like a secret treasure. The entry area leads to a large living room with a fireplace off of which is a charming, cozy, heated sunroom. The dining room is open to the updated kitchen and is perfect for today's lifestyle. A wonderful family room in the rear has three walls of windows and overlooks the delightful, serene back yard, which feels very private. There is a half bath on this level. Upstairs there are two good-sized bedrooms and an updated bath. The house has gas heat and hot water plus central AC. A driveway leads to the backyard where there is a shed plus mature trees and plantings, which include a variety of perennial flowers. The wonderful location is close to Yale, Town, neighborhood market and shops, and parks.
Under contract
$412,500
28 Orpington Street, Hamden, CT 06517
2beds
1,450sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1929
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$284/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 39 days |
- 194 |
- 6 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Betsy Grauer (203)787-3434,
Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc 203-787-3434
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24180000
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Sun room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Mud Room
Features
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Attic: Storage,Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,450
- Total interior livable area: 1,450 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,450
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, Paved
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Garden, Lighting
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Features: Few Trees, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1129977
- Zoning: R4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Masonry, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1929
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Library, Park, Private School(s), Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall
- Subdivision: Whitneyville
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hamden
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $284/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $215,950
- Annual tax amount: $8,221
- Date on market: 6/2/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Pending sale | $412,500$284/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24180000 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $412,500+80.1%$284/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24180000 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2014 | Sold | $229,000$158/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #N351156 Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/2014 | Pending sale | $229,000$158/sqft |
Source: BETSY GRAUER REALTY, INC. #N351156 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2014 | Listed for sale | $229,000+76.2%$158/sqft |
Source: BETSY GRAUER REALTY, INC. #N351156 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2010 | Sold | $130,000-7.1%$90/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #N296323 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2009 | Listed for sale | $139,900$96/sqft |
Source: DePodesta Real estate Co #N296323 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,203 +44.6% | $215,950 +55% |
| 2024 | $7,746 -1.4% | $139,300 |
| 2023 | $7,854 +1.6% | $139,300 |
| 2022 | $7,728 +5.8% | $139,300 |
| 2021 | $7,305 +0% | $139,300 +10.7% |
| 2020 | $7,305 +18.8% | $125,860 |
| 2019 | $6,150 +1.9% | $125,860 |
| 2018 | $6,036 +6% | $125,860 |
| 2017 | $5,696 -0.2% | $125,860 |
| 2016 | $5,709 +1.5% | $125,860 -8.6% |
| 2015 | $5,627 +2.3% | $137,690 |
| 2014 | $5,498 +2.5% | $137,690 |
| 2013 | $5,362 +4.8% | $137,690 |
| 2012 | $5,114 +6.8% | $137,690 |
| 2011 | $4,787 +13.8% | $137,690 -3.7% |
| 2010 | $4,207 +0% | $143,010 |
| 2009 | $4,206 0% | $143,010 |
| 2008 | $4,207 +1.1% | $143,010 |
| 2007 | $4,162 +4.1% | $143,010 |
| 2006 | $3,997 +21% | $143,010 +87.3% |
| 2005 | $3,302 +15% | $76,370 |
| 2003 | $2,872 +9.1% | $76,370 |
| 2001 | $2,632 | $76,370 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 06517
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Ridge Hill SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Hamden Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 4/10Hamden High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ridge Hill
- Middle: Hamden
- High: Hamden
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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