Classic 1923 side hall Colonial in the heart of Spring Glen! Step inside 86 Bedford Avenue to see its many updates, upgrades, and lovely charm! As you step inside, you'll be welcomed by the oversized, bright & sunny living room with built-ins and wood-burning fireplace. From the Formal Dining Room with built-in upper and lower cabinets, you'll find the remodeled kitchen with island, granite countertops, backsplash and small office nook. A half bathroom completes the first floor. Upstairs you'll find 4 bedrooms and a Full Bathroom. The finished walk up attic, which has heating & air conditioning, offers an additional 300+ square feet of living space, perfect for a private home office. Amenities include: BRAND NEW ROOF (being installed July 2025) Central Air conditioning (2023), new hot water heater (2024) new windows (2016) new siding (2018) new gas furnace, solar panels, 200 amp electrical service, gas heat, detached garage, and much more! Unbeatable location in Spring Glen! Walking distance to elementary school, high school, coffee shops, restaurants, pizza, Farmington Canal and bus line. Minutes to Yale and downtown! New FULL tax assessment is $298,270. IF 4-year phase-in is approved and IF mill rate stays as proposed 52.16, then taxes for 7/1/2025 - 6/30/2026 will be $10,988 per year.
Sold for $515,000
$515,000
86 Bedford Avenue, Hamden, CT 06517
4beds
1,732sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$531,200 Zestimate®
$297/sqft
$3,648 Estimated rent
Home value
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$473,000 - $600,000
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Wood-burning fireplaceHeating and air conditioningSmall office nookFormal dining roomBrand new roofGranite countertopsRemodeled kitchen
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Listed by:
Katherine Reed 203-823-6170,
Press/Cuozzo Realtors 203-288-1900
Bought with:
Avery S. Grauer, RES.0824526
Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24105327
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165.06 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 13.1
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143.64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 11.4
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 157.48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 12.7
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 81.84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.8 x 9.3
Dining room
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 157.48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 12.7
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Granite Counters, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 200.88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 16.2
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 322.56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 25.6
Office
- Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Third,Upper
- Area: 321.16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.8 x 21.7
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Basement: Full
- Attic: Finished,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,732
- Total interior livable area: 1,732 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,732
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Exterior features: Sidewalk
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1138743
- Zoning: R4
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Spring Glen
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hamden
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $297/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $298,270
- Annual tax amount: $10,928
- Date on market: 6/19/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2025 | Sold | $515,000+12%$297/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24105327 Report a problem | ||
| 7/7/2025 | Pending sale | $460,000$266/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24105327 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $460,000+39.8%$266/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24105327 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2013 | Sold | $329,000$190/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #N336530 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2013 | Pending sale | $329,000$190/sqft |
Source: Press & Cuozzo Inc #N336530 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2013 | Listed for sale | $329,000+5.3%$190/sqft |
Source: Press & Cuozzo Inc #N336530 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2009 | Sold | $312,500+25%$180/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #N287954 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2002 | Sold | $250,000$144/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,474 +49.8% | $298,270 +60.6% |
| 2024 | $10,327 +0.9% | $185,710 +2.4% |
| 2023 | $10,230 +1.6% | $181,440 |
| 2022 | $10,066 +5.8% | $181,440 |
| 2021 | $9,515 +0% | $181,440 -4% |
| 2020 | $9,515 +3% | $189,000 |
| 2019 | $9,235 +1.9% | $189,000 |
| 2018 | $9,064 +6% | $189,000 |
| 2017 | $8,554 -0.2% | $189,000 |
| 2016 | $8,573 +7.8% | $189,000 -2.9% |
| 2015 | $7,953 +2.4% | $194,600 |
| 2014 | $7,770 +2.5% | $194,600 |
| 2013 | $7,578 +4.9% | $194,600 |
| 2012 | $7,227 +6.8% | $194,600 |
| 2011 | $6,766 +9% | $194,600 -7.8% |
| 2010 | $6,209 +1.3% | $211,050 +1.3% |
| 2009 | $6,127 0% | $208,320 |
| 2008 | $6,129 +1.1% | $208,320 |
| 2007 | $6,062 +4.1% | $208,320 |
| 2006 | $5,823 +26.3% | $208,320 +95.4% |
| 2005 | $4,610 +15% | $106,610 |
| 2003 | $4,010 +9.1% | $106,610 |
| 2001 | $3,674 | $106,610 |
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Neighborhood: 06517
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Spring Glen SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Hamden Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Hamden High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Spring Glen
- 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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