Welcome to this beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 1 bath Cape Cod offering 1,420 square feet of living space in a quiet, conveniently located neighborhood. Recent updates include a new kitchen and bath featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, porcelain tile, and brand new flooring throughout. The upper level features a spacious primary bedroom, while the finished lower level provides additional living space perfect for a movie theater, media room, home office, or recreation area, along with plenty of extra storage near the utilities. Situated on a level lot just minutes from the Merritt Parkway and conveniently located near Yale University, the University of New Haven, Southern Connecticut State University, and Quinnipiac University. Move in ready and waiting for its next owner!
Under contract
$329,999
79 West Helen Street, Hamden, CT 06514
3beds
1,420sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$232/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Quartz countertopsLevel lotSpacious primary bedroomBrand new flooring throughoutPorcelain tileStainless steel appliances
- 37 days
- 317
- 14
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Henry Guo (475)227-6114,
eXp Realty 866-828-3951
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24202803
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Vinyl Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Vinyl Floor
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Features: Vinyl Floor
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Features: Quartz Counters, Tub w/Shower, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Quartz Counters, Dining Area, Tile Floor, Vinyl Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Vinyl Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Steam, Oil
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Storage Space,Interior Entry,Partially Finished
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,420
- Total interior livable area: 1,420 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,120
- Finished area below ground: 300
Property
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1133940
- Zoning: R4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1945
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Shopping/Mall
- Subdivision: Highwood
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hamden
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $232/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $178,430
- Annual tax amount: $9,576
- Date on market: 8/31/2026
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/15/2026 | Contingent | $329,999$232/sqft |
Source: eXp Realty #24202803 Report a problem | ||
| 9/15/2026 | Pending sale | $329,999$232/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24202803 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $329,999+65%$232/sqft |
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| 7/10/2026 | Sold | $200,000-11.1%$141/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24170275 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2026 | Pending sale | $225,000$158/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24170275 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $225,000-11.8%$158/sqft |
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| 6/2/2026 | Pending sale | $255,000$180/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24170275 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $255,000$180/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24170275 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2026 | Pending sale | $255,000$180/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24170275 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $255,000+131.8%$180/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24170275 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2000 | Sold | $110,000$77/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,257 +51.6% | $178,430 +62.5% |
| 2024 | $6,108 -1.4% | $109,830 |
| 2023 | $6,192 +1.6% | $109,830 |
| 2022 | $6,093 +5.8% | $109,830 |
| 2021 | $5,759 0% | $109,830 +16.6% |
| 2020 | $5,760 +25.1% | $94,220 |
| 2019 | $4,604 +1.9% | $94,220 |
| 2018 | $4,519 +6% | $94,220 |
| 2017 | $4,264 -0.2% | $94,220 |
| 2016 | $4,274 -3.6% | $94,220 -13.1% |
| 2015 | $4,432 +2.4% | $108,430 |
| 2014 | $4,330 +2.6% | $108,430 |
| 2013 | $4,222 +4.8% | $108,430 |
| 2012 | $4,027 +6.8% | $108,430 |
| 2011 | $3,770 +0.9% | $108,430 -14.6% |
| 2010 | $3,736 +0.1% | $126,980 |
| 2009 | $3,734 -0.1% | $126,980 |
| 2008 | $3,736 +1.1% | $126,980 |
| 2007 | $3,695 +4.1% | $126,980 |
| 2006 | $3,549 +20.6% | $126,980 +86.6% |
| 2005 | $2,942 +15% | $68,040 |
| 2003 | $2,559 +9.1% | $68,040 |
| 2001 | $2,345 | $68,040 |
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