20 Elgin Street

Closed 6/17/24
Closed 6/17/24
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$500,000
3 beds1,739 sqft$288/sqft
20 Elgin St, Hamden, CT 06517
Single FamilyProperty Type
6,098 sq ftLot Size
1930Year Built
$288/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to this charming Colonial located at 20 Elgin St in Hamden. Step inside this welcoming home through its picturesque front entryway, and you'll find yourself in a spacious living room with timeless hardwood floors and a classic gas fireplace, inviting you to unwind and relax. You will enjoy many dinners in the amply-spaced dining room. A cozy den/library awaits from there, offering the perfect retreat for work or relaxation with your favorite book in hand. As you move towards the rear of the...Welcome to this charming Colonial located at 20 Elgin St in Hamden. Step inside this welcoming home through its picturesque front entryway, and you'll find yourself in a spacious living room with timeless hardwood floors and a classic gas fireplace, inviting you to unwind and relax. You will enjoy many dinners in the amply-spaced dining room. A cozy den/library awaits from there, offering the perfect retreat for work or relaxation with your favorite book in hand. As you move towards the rear of the home, you'll encounter a kitchen adorned with wood cabinets, some boasting elegant glass doors, perfect for displaying your cherished dishware and culinary treasures. Ample space is provided to add a dishwasher, providing efficiency. A convenient half bath stands ready to meet your needs with ease. And remember to explore the sunroom, which is perfect for moments of relaxation. On the second level, you will find 3 roomy bedrooms, all with hardwood floors, and a vintage-styled full bath. Don't miss the third floor - this has great potential! It could be an art studio, home office, great storage space, or a private retreat. The two-car garage, basement workshop areas, and charming outdoor space make this home perfect! Perfectly located for easy access to Hamden's shopping plazas and Route 15. The current owner has been here for over 50 years and the home is ready and waiting for its new owners. Highest & Best offers are due by 5/21/2024 at noon.
  • Listed by: Stacey L McPherson 203.494.0455 staceymcpherson@kw.com • KW Legacy Partners
Listing closed: 06/17/2024 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24017341

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Median sold price

$449,000

Avg days on market

16

Sale-to-list ratio

103.3%

Hamden, CT

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Property Information for 20 Elgin Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $11,153 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: New Haven County
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Full With Hatchway
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Expected Active Date: 05-16-2024
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Expected On Market Date: 05-16-2024
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Lot Size: 0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Connolly Pkwy to Elgin Street
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.364939
  • Longitude: -72.915571
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: $11,153
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Partially Finished, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Ductless
  • Heat Type: Radiator, Wall Unit
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Laundry Room Location: In lower level
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Tub w/Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Skylight,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Office
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Other
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 185750BA8E174624E0631401100A29B4
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 185750BA8E174624E0631401100A29B4
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Vinyl Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Half Bath
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Yellow
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Brick
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 0
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1739
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Cleared
  • Parcel Number: 1137915
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1739.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1739.0
  • Zoning: R4
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, 40 Gallon Tank
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 20 Elgin Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 17, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1534702203

$500,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/17/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1534702203

$500,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 20 Elgin Street

Taxable ValueLand$123,480Additions$183,400Total$306,880
Tax Record2024$15,921 ($1,327 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,739 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,739 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt813 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,098 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930Year Renovated1930ZoningR4CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUAPNHAMD M:2428 B:006 L:00-0000

Schools near 20 Elgin Street

This home is within Hamden School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Spring Glen 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
Spring Glen 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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