855 Prospect Street

Newly rebuilt Prospect Hill home set back from the street and surrounded by mature landscaping
Lovely circular driveway leads to entry
Gracious, classical entry foyer
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Large living room has wood burning fireplace and glass French doors to the deep back yard.
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Another set of set of glass French doors lead to a patio perfect for Al Fresco dining. The dining room has large entries to the living room and the kitchen.
The outstanding kitchen is perfect for the most discerning cook and is truly the hub of the house.
Calcutta marble counters offer excellent work spaces and the center island has an overhang for stools.
The ideal flow of the house makes for excellent daily living and entertaining.
A walk-in pantry offers great storage space.
The family room is right off the kitchen.
A wall of bookcases and large windows make the family room a most pleasant place to snuggle up and read a book.
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the laundry room/mud room is entered directly from the two car garage.
An elegant half bath on the main level.
Bright second floor hallway
The large, serene primary bedroom has a vaulted ceiling and sparkling hardwood floors.
There is a walk-in closet in the primary bedroom.
The spa-like primary bathroom has a double sink vanity with marble counters and lots of storage space.
Spacious shower in the primary bathroom.
Second floor bedrooms have vaulted ceilings and hardwood floors
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Hall bath on the second floor
Fully finished heated and air conditioned lower level ideal for rec room or media room. There is a half bath on this level.
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Fully fenced beautiful pool area
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The property is over a half an acre and there is a large fenced yard.
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Active
$1,395,000
4 beds2,646 sqft
855 Prospect St, Hamden, CT 06517
Est: $9,111/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.58 acresLot Size
1960Year Built
$527/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Get ready to be wowed by this exquisite Prospect Hill colonial. This is totally new construction-rebuilt down to the studs- where elegant design meets effortless, spacious living. It's the rare home built for exactly how people live today. An elegant entry foyer leads to the large living room with a fireplace and spacious dining room, both of which feature French doors that create seamless indoor/outdoor living. The show-stopping kitchen is truly beautiful and offers a large island w/ seating, a...Get ready to be wowed by this exquisite Prospect Hill colonial. This is totally new construction-rebuilt down to the studs- where elegant design meets effortless, spacious living. It's the rare home built for exactly how people live today. An elegant entry foyer leads to the large living room with a fireplace and spacious dining room, both of which feature French doors that create seamless indoor/outdoor living. The show-stopping kitchen is truly beautiful and offers a large island w/ seating, a walk-in pantry, outstanding workspace and storage, high-end appliances and tasteful marble counters. It has a large opening to a bookcase-lined family room. A study/bedroom, laundry/mudroom, half bath and entry to the attached 2 car garage complete this level. Upstairs, the pristine, serene primary suite offers a walk-in closet and a spa-like marble bath with double sinks. Three additional bedrooms share a beautifully appointed hall bath. The finished lower level is a versatile bonus space ideal as a media room or playroom. Outside, the estate-like grounds deliver a rare and coveted lifestyle: a fully fenced yard, beautiful patio, mature plantings, + a sparkling pool. Every major system has been thoughtfully updated - new energy-efficient windows, heating, AC, hot water + roof. Ideally located close to Yale, Yale New Haven Hospital, Foote School and St. Thomas School with easy access to downtown New Haven. This is a spectacular, outstanding condition home and there is nothing like it!
8 days on Market
  • Listed by: Betsy Grauer 203.641.3003 betsy@betsygrauerrealty.com • Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc
Last updated: 09/22/2026 04:05 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24207847

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Property Information for 855 Prospect Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $19,968 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: New Haven County
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Fully Finished, Cooled, Interior Access, Liveable Space, Full With Hatchway
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Expected Active Date: 09-22-2026
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Spring Glen
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Paved, Driveway
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Expected On Market Date: 09-22-2026
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Lot Size: 0.58 AC / 25,264 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Prospect Street between Beechwood Ln and Edgehill Terr
  • Elementary School: Spring Glen
  • High School: Hamden
  • Latitude: 41.334719
  • Longitude: -72.919185
  • Middle Jr High School: Hamden
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Park, Private School(s), Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 2
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2026-June 2027
  • Property Tax: $19,968
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Gutters, Garden Area, Lighting, French Doors, Patio
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Gas Dryer
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Floored, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,French Doors,Patio/Terrace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 25.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.9
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Half Bath,Laminate Floor
  • Room Length: 52.6
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
  • Room Width: 24.6
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: French Doors,Patio/Terrace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.9
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Island,Pantry,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 19.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 13.5
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 5BAE80CB99B67754E0631A01100A7F6D
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.11
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 12.2
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Study
  • Room Width: 12.2
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling,Bedroom Suite,Full Bath,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 19.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.4
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.7
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.9
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 5BAE80CB99B67754E0631A01100A7F6D
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.7
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.3
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.1
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Circular, Paved, Asphalt
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Brick
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle, Shake
  • Year Built: 1960
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2646
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Fence - Full, Lightly Wooded, Level Lot
  • Parcel Number: 1129861
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2646.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2646.0
  • Zoning: R3
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Tankless Hotwater
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant

Property History for 855 Prospect Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 19, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1930697065

$550,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/19/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1930697065

$550,000

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

Public Records for 855 Prospect Street

Taxable ValueLand$177,170Additions$267,470Total$444,640
Tax Record2024$23,068 ($1,922 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,646 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,646 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,485 SqFtStories2Lot Size25,265 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated1960ZoningR3CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUAPNHAMD M:2128 B:001 L:00-0000

Schools near 855 Prospect Street

This home is within Hamden School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Ridge Hill School
Public - PK 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
Ridge Hill 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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More information about 855 Prospect Street, Hamden, CT 06517

855 Prospect Street is a single family home for sale in Hamden, CT 06517. This property was listed for sale on September 18, 2026 by Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc, it's currently listed at $1,395,000. It has been on the market for a total of 8 days and was last sold on February 19, 2026. This listing's school district is Hamden School District. Nearby schools include Ridge Hill School, Hamden Middle School and Hamden High School. 855 Prospect Street is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 2,646 sqft single family home built in 1960.

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