199 Forest St

Hamden, CT 06518

$399,000
Price
3
Beds
1,520 Sq. Ft.
$263 / Sq. Ft.
1,520
Sq. Ft.
$263
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Beautiful split-level home in central Hamden! 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. Numerous updates over the years to kitchen, baths, floors, and other components make this a wonderful opportunity. The main level has an open-flow living room/dining room and full kitchen. Up the half-flight of stairs is a primary bedroom and two additional bedrooms. Down a half-flight is a spacious den, with doors leading out to a fully enclosed sunroom/porch. The enclosed porch connects directly to a beautiful stone patio, perfect...Beautiful split-level home in central Hamden! 3 bedrooms & 2 baths. Numerous updates over the years to kitchen, baths, floors, and other components make this a wonderful opportunity. The main level has an open-flow living room/dining room and full kitchen. Up the half-flight of stairs is a primary bedroom and two additional bedrooms. Down a half-flight is a spacious den, with doors leading out to a fully enclosed sunroom/porch. The enclosed porch connects directly to a beautiful stone patio, perfect for grilling or outdoor hang-outs. Open up the windows and let the breeze come through the fully screened porch to feel like you're outside, yet enjoying the comforts of an enclosed space, complete with built-in dry bar. This sunroom adds 216 SF of functional 3-season living space not represented in the conditioned square footage total. There is a one-car garage, a wood-burning fireplace, and a 600 SF basement for additional storage.
  1. Listed by Jed P Backus • Backus Real Estate
    P: (203)-980-8926 C: (203)-230-1077 jed@backusre.com

Property Details for 199 Forest Street

Basement Description
Partial, Unfinished, Storage, Concrete Floor
Direct Waterfront
No
Expected Active Date
06-05-2026
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Split Level
Garage Parking Info
Under House Garage, Driveway
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/09/2026 02:37 PM

Property Details for 199 Forest Street

StatusActive
MLS #24179375
Days on Market5
Taxes$9,289 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,681 SF
CountyNew Haven County
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Location

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Building Information for 199 Forest Street

Stories-Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,681 SF

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$2,762 per month

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Principal and Interest

$1,988

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 199 Forest Street

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Whitney or Evergreen to Forest St, WEST side of Evergreen. (Note: Google Maps sometimes does not recognize "Forest St Ext", but mapping to "199 Forest St, Hamden" will get you there.)
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.394091
  • Longitude: -72.904722
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 2
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $9,289
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch-Enclosed, Porch, Deck, Gutters, Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement, not in use.
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 52F5DE9F479507F1E0631A01100AA6A9
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Den
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Dry Bar
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Paved
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1520
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Parcel Number: 1143335
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1520.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1520.0
  • Zoning: R4
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 30 Gallon Tank
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Public Records for 199 Forest Street

Taxable ValueLand$46,830Additions$111,020Total$157,850
Tax Record2023$8,900 ($742 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,520 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,520 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt600 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,682 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960ZoningR4CountyNEW HAVENAPNHAMD M:2830 B:286 L:00-0000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 199 Forest Street

This home is within Hamden School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bear Path School
Public - K to 6
Hamden Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Hamden High School
Public - 9 to 12
Alice Peck Pre-K Program
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Bear Path School
PublicK to 6

Hamden Middle School
Public7 to 8

Hamden High School
Public9 to 12

Alice Peck Pre-K Program
PublicPK to 5

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 199 Forest Street, Hamden, CT 06518

199 Forest Street is a single family home for sale in Hamden, CT 06518. This property was listed for sale on May 29, 2026 by Backus Real Estate, it's currently listed at $399,000. This listing's school district is Hamden School District. Nearby schools include Bear Path School, Hamden Middle School and Hamden High School. 199 Forest Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,520 sqft single family home built in 1960.

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