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  • Price cut: $20K (10/9)
    $259,000

    889 Benham Street, Hamden, CT 06514

    3beds
    984sqft
    : 
    $1,980/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1962
    0.49 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $263/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Private elevated settingHardwood floors
    Bring your vision and unlock the potential! Whether this is your first home, looking for an affordable opportunity to build equity or an investor searching for your next project, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a great opportunity. Privately set on a .49-acre lot perched above the road, the property offers a peaceful setting while still providing convenient access to all that Hamden has to offer! Shopping, dining, schools, hiking and everyday conveniences. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors that can be refinished, along with a large 3 season family room addition 12x28 that provides additional space for entertaining or enjoying the private surroundings. A one + car garage adds convenience and storage. Downstairs also has the potential to finish a large room that can be a potential office space, family room, etc. 15x18. Several of the big-ticket items have already been addressed in recent years, including the furnace, roof, driveway, generator hookup and electrical service. The home is ready for updating and offers plenty of potential to renovate, customize, and add value. Enjoy the best of both worlds-a private, elevated setting with convenient access to the surrounding community. A great opportunity for someone willing to put in the work and create something special! Subject to Probate Court Approval. Please do not drive up driveway without an appointment. Being Sold AS-IS
    28 days
    1,769
    194

    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Edward F. Lawton (203)687-3735,

    iHeart Homes Real Estate LLC 203-433-2007

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24210678MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Oil
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
      Features
      • Basement: Full
      • Attic: Access Via Hatch
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 984
      • Total interior livable area: 984 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 984

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Attached
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      Lot
      • Size: 0.49 Acres
      • Features: Secluded, Few Trees, Wooded
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1139262
      • Zoning: R2

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Clapboard
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1962

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Hamden

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $263/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $180,530
      • Annual tax amount: $9,689
      • Date on market: 10/2/2026

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/9/2026Price change$259,000-7.2%$263/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24210678 Report a problem
        10/2/2026Listed for sale$279,000+165.7%$284/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24210678 Report a problem
        5/1/1996Sold$105,000-26.3%$107/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        8/29/1989Sold$142,500$145/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$9,366 +37.8%$180,530 +47.7%
        2024$6,797 -1.4%$122,220
        2023$6,891 +1.6%$122,220
        2022$6,781 +5.8%$122,220
        2021$6,409 0%$122,220 -0.5%
        2020$6,409 +6.8%$122,850
        2019$6,002 +1.9%$122,850
        2018$5,892 +6%$122,850
        2017$5,560 -0.2%$122,850
        2016$5,572 +6%$122,850 -4.5%
        2015$5,258 +2.4%$128,660
        2014$5,137 +2.5%$128,660
        2013$5,010 +4.9%$128,660
        2012$4,778 +6.8%$128,660
        2011$4,474 +3.1%$128,660 -12.8%
        2010$4,339 +0%$147,490
        2009$4,338 0%$147,490
        2008$4,339 +1.1%$147,490
        2007$4,292 +4.1%$147,490
        2006$4,122 +17.3%$147,490 +81.5%
        2005$3,514 +14.9%$81,270
        2003$3,057 +9.1%$81,270
        2001$2,801 $81,270
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 06514

        Getting around

        4 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        2 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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