Hamden is a New Haven County town that bears the nickname “The Land of Sleeping Giants,” for its famous, anthropomorphically shaped mountain. However, Hamden is also home to an active community of people who get to take advantage of the area’s outdoor recreation opportunities, diverse selection of homes and convenient location. "I think everyone's friendly," says local Realtor Marc Seigel of RE/MAX Rise. "People are neighborly, and it's a solid community."
Sleeping Giant mountain in Hamden is one of it's many attractions.
Embark on a stunning nature walk in the Sleeping Giant State Park.
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Seamless transition from rural to suburban
Certain sections of Hamden have an urban-suburban feel, with homes organized neatly along sidewalk-lined streets. Other parts of Hamden have a more rural character, with homes dotting winding roads bordered by forestry. Most of the houses around town were built over the course of the 20th century, though some homes date back to the 18th century and others were built in recent years. Styles range from Cape Cods and ramblers of around 1,000 square feet to new traditional homes that are more than 6,000 square feet. "We run the gamut on houses," says Siegel, a fourth-generation Connecticut resident. "We have more in-town urban kind of locations, and we have some rural lots that are from one-tenth of an acre to 2 acres or more." Price tags in Hamden start at around $200,000 for a smaller single-family home or a townhouse and can reach more than $1 million in some cases.
Some homes in Hamden are two levels and have 2 car garages.
Beautiful homes line the streets of Hamden with manicured lawns and spacious lots.
Hamden has homes for every size family.
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K-12 schools and universities nearby
The Hamden Public Schools district is made up of eight elementary schools, one middle school and one high school, and carries a B-minus overall grade on Niche. Spring Glen is one of the most well-regarded elementary schools in town, boasting a B-plus rating. Students at Spring Glen can take part in a range of extracurricular activities, including an art night, school concerts, a school play and a road race. Hamden Middle School has a C-plus grade on Niche and offers multiple athletic teams and intramural groups, including a snowboard and ski club. The B-rated Hamden High School includes a career and technology education department that includes several business courses. Hamden is also home to the private Quinnipiac University, which has just over 6,000 undergraduate students and almost 3,000 graduate, law and medical students. Yale University is nearby as well.
Hamden High School is beautifully set in Hamden.
Hamden is minutes away from the prestigious Yale University.
Hamden Middle School is a C-Plus rated school.
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32 miles of trails to explore
Hamden gets its name from the Sleeping Giant mountain which, from a distance, looks like an actual giant lying on its back and sleeping. Locals here can go to Sleeping Giant State Park to hike — there are 32 miles of trails here. The Tower Trail traces to the mountain’s 739-foot summit. The 1,700-acre West Rock Ridge State Park stretches into Hamden as well, and includes another 23 miles of trails. There’s also a lake here, Lake Wintergreen, that’s open to canoeing and fishing. One of Hamden’s prominent sports parks is Bassett Park, where there are five Little League fields, a playground, a basketball court and a tennis court. Siegel notes the youth sports scene in town, including the Hamden Fathers Baseball/Softball Association, which plays games at Bassett.
Hamden has beautiful parks with creative structures.
The Canal Line runs through Hamden and is a paved trail way thats perfect for biking or walking.
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Local pizzeria and pub
Paul & Eddy’s Pizza is among the popular restaurants in town, a staple that’s been open for more than 30 years. The menu at Paul & Eddy’s includes variations like a mashed potato and bacon pizza and a chicken marsala pizza. The Playwright Irish Pub is another hotspot, that proudly proclaims itself to be one of the most authentic Irish pubs in the whole state. The corned beef reuben at The Playwright is popular. Residents can pick up groceries at Whitneyville Food Center, a locally owned grocery that’s been open since 1963.
Walk the shops and support Hamden's local boutiques.
Paul and Eddys Pizza is a local favorite for fresh pizza.
Whitneyville Food Center is your home for fresh produce and meats in Hamden.
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The streets of Hamden.
Hop on Interstate 91 to New Haven
Hamden residents can quickly hop on Interstate 91 to get to the City of New Haven in just about 11 miles. Connecticut Route 15 cuts through Hamden as well, an artery drivers can use for trips north toward Hartford, roughly 33 miles away.
Hamden Town Hall and police department serves the community.
Town center for multiple celebrations
Hamden Town Center Park is a hub for a variety of local events. The list includes multiple concerts, a food truck festival, a Juneteenth celebration and a pride festival. Hamden Town Center also hosts Fourth of July fireworks and a holiday tree lighting ceremony.
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On average, homes in Hamden, CT sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Hamden, CT over the last 12 months is $350,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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