12 Violet Street
Hamden, Connecticut 06517
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- SqFt
- 1,790
- Acres
- 0.12
- Year Built
- 1940
- Neighborhood
- Whitneyville
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Welcome to this charming Bungalow Cottage located in the desirable Whitneyville neighborhood of Hamden. Offering 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a heated lower level, this home combines character, comfort, and versatility. The main level features a bright and inviting living room with an inviting fireplace, an open dining area, a beautiful functional kitchen, a first-floor bedroom, and a full bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms along with ample built-in storage tucked behind access doors, preserving the home's classic charm while maximizing functionality. The heated lower level expands the living space with newly installed flooring, a second full bathroom, and a kitchenette area, providing endless possibilities for recreation, hobbies, a home office, or extended living arrangements. Outside, enjoy a spacious, fully fenced backyard designed for both relaxation and entertaining, complete with an above-ground pool. A detached garage offers convenient parking and additional storage. The front porch will be your perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind in the evening! Ideally located near shopping, schools, parks, restaurants, and major commuter routes, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience, flexibility, and value. Hamden is in a 2nd year of a four year tax phase in. Buyer to do due dilligence.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Hamden
- Neighborhood
- Whitneyville
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Bungalow,Cottage
- Year Built
- 1940
- Days on Market
- 48 days
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2 full
- Living Area
- 1,790 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.12 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 1 garage · 3 total
- Property Taxes
- $8,814 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Hamden Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
124
76 under contract
Median List Price
$399,700
124 active listings
Median Closed Price
$390,000
452 sales
Median Days on Market
41
124 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$236
124 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
100.3%
452 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$358,000
vs $399,700 median
10.4% below median
Price / Sq Ft
$200
vs $236 median
15.3% below median
Days on Market
48 days
vs 41 days median
7 days longer than median
Based on 124 active and 452 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Hamden. Source: SmartMLS · As of July 28, 2026.
Location
12 Violet Street, Hamden, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Jul 23, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$1,825
- Property Taxes$735
- Insurance$119
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- Hamden
- Neighborhood
- Whitneyville
- County
- New Haven
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Bungalow,Cottage
- Year Built
- 1940
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 1,790 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 768 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- Middle
- Per Board of Ed
- High
- Per Board of Ed
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Air
- Heat Fuel
- ElectricOil
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Laundry
- Lower Level
- Laundry Location
- finished basement
- Appliances
- Oven/RangeRefrigeratorWasherDryer
- Basement
- Full
- In-Law Apartment
- Possible
- Interior Features
- Open Floor Plan
- Additional Rooms
- Bonus Room
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.12 acres
- Zoning
- per town zoning
- Garage / Parking
- 1 garage space3 total parking spacesCarportDetached GaragePavedOff Street ParkingDrivewayPrivatePaved
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Flood Zone
- No
- Pool
- Above Ground Pool
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Color
- White
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- ConcreteStone
- Exterior Features
- ShedPorch
- Lot Description
- Level Lot
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $8,814 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 48
- MLS #
- 24181309
- MLS Status
- Active
- Financing
- FHA,VA,CHFA
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