Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds2,798 sqft$155/sqft
490 River Rd, Hamden, CT 06518
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.57 acresLot Size
2003Year Built
$155/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Beautiful move-in ready home on private, wooded 2.75 acre lot. First floor features hardwood floors, custom kitchen with gas cooktop, center island and pantry open to family room with gas fireplace, formal living room, dining room, full bath, and study/bedroom suitable for in-law. Second floor features 3/4 bedrooms which include master with walk-in closet and jetted tub, laundry room, and bonus room. Home has central AC, paver patio with propane fire pit, and irrigation system. Short walk to walking/biking...Beautiful move-in ready home on private, wooded 2.75 acre lot. First floor features hardwood floors, custom kitchen with gas cooktop, center island and pantry open to family room with gas fireplace, formal living room, dining room, full bath, and study/bedroom suitable for in-law. Second floor features 3/4 bedrooms which include master with walk-in closet and jetted tub, laundry room, and bonus room. Home has central AC, paver patio with propane fire pit, and irrigation system. Short walk to walking/biking trail, minutes to State Park, golf course, and shopping.
  • Listed by: Jorge A Zea 786.268.9772 bluelighthouserealty@gmail.com • Blue Lighthouse Realty, Inc
Listing closed: 07/14/2016 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: G10114241

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$450,000

Avg days on market

50

Sale-to-list ratio

96.7%

Hamden, CT

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Blue Lighthouse Realty, Inc, Jorge A Zea

Sold By Houlihan Lawrence WD, Joseph F Cafasso, Jr.

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Property Information for 490 River Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $10,451 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Basement Description: Full, Hatchway Access
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Lot Size: 2.57 AC / 111,949 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Route 10 (Whitney Ave.) to River Road
  • Elementary School: West Woods
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Hamden
  • Latitude: 41.437553
  • Longitude: -72.912415
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Property Tax: $10,451
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Grill, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Shed, Underground Sprinkler
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Wall Oven
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Audio System, Cable - Available, Auto Garage Door Opener, Fire Suppression System, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Laundry Room Location: Upper Level
  • Room Count: 0
  • Rooms Total: 9
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Sq Ft Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 2003
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Treed
  • Parcel Number: 2459585
  • Sq Ft Total: 2798.0
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows, Ridge Vents
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected

Property History for 490 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 1, 2003

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #219793578

$452,950
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/01/2003

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #219793578

$452,950

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

Public Records for 490 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$64,120Additions$294,140Total$358,260
Tax Record2024$18,587 ($1,549 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,775 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,775 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt404 SqFtStories2Lot Size111,949 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2003Year Renovated2003ZoningR2CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUAPNHAMD M:3328 B:012 L:07

Schools near 490 River Road

This home is within Hamden School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
West Woods School
PublicPK 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 490 River Road, Hamden, CT 06518
$432,500
4
2,798
111,949
$545,900
109,771
4
2.5
2,822
164,221
$432,187
4
2.5
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73,181
$464,900
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4,252
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Listing Courtesy of Blue Lighthouse Realty, Inc, Jorge A Zea

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