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Property Description
Welcome to this classic Colonial in the heart of the Lake Whitney neighborhood-brimming with charm, character, and natural light. This spacious 4-bedroom home is filled with timeless architectural details. Step inside to find tall ceilings, gleaming hardwood floors, leaded glass transom windows, striking wood doors, and built-in cabinetry throughout. The first floor offers a welcoming vestibule, a generous living room with fireplace, a heated sunroom perfect for a den, office or playroom, and a formal dining room with a built-in hutch and large pass-through to the kitchen. A convenient mudroom, main floor laundry area, and half bath complete the level. Upstairs, the second floor features three bedrooms and a large full bath. One bedroom is currently used as a work/playroom and offers direct access to the third-floor primary suite, which includes an ensuite bath, a cozy sitting room or study, and ample closet space. Outside, enjoy a deep and private backyard with a bluestone patio, lush lawn, a charming chicken coop, and a detached one-car garage. The unfinished basement provides additional storage or workshop potential. Located in a friendly, walkable neighborhood near a park with playground, local markets, library, shops, and restaurants. Conveniently close to Yale University and downtown New Haven.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 61 Lake St
General
- Sold For: $491,000
- Taxes: (July 2024-June 2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24098633
- Added to Site: 248 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, Upper
- Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Built-In Hutch, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Laundry: Main Level
Exterior
- Color: Slate
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking: Detached Garage
Location
- County: New Haven
- Neighborhood: Whitneyville
- Driving Directions: Dixwell or Whitney to Treadwell or Mather to Lake St
School Information
- Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Hamden
Community
- Community Name: Whitneyville
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Natural Gas
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas, 50 Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Shingle
- Basement Desc.: Full
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 2,216
- Above Ground: 2,216 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1930
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Zoning: R4
- Lot Description: Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $175,700
- Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1132296
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Schools
Schools serving 61 Lake St
School District:Hamden School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hamden Middle School 2623 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, CT 06518 | 7-8 | 2 mi |
Hamden High School 2040 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, CT 06514 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 61 Lake St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/01/2025
Sold
$491,000
33.06%
MLS
5/30/2025
Listed
$369,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
61 Lake Street, Hamden, CT 06517 (MLS# 24098633) is a Single Family property that was sold at $491,000 on July 01, 2025. This property was sold by Jamie Franco from our North Haven Hamden Regional Office Office.Want to learn more about 61 Lake Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Hamden? You can browse all Hamden real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


