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Property Description
Move right in to this picture-perfect Cape situated on a charming sidewalk street near the center of Hamden. This adorable 2-bedroom home features 1.5 updated baths and a front-to-back living room with a cozy wood-burning stove fireplace. The updated kitchen shines with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, tiled backsplash, and a warm wood floor. A formal dining room just off the kitchen offers an ideal space for entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary with room for a king-size bed and a large walk-in closet. The finished lower level provides flexible space-perfect for a home gym, media room, or relaxing movie nights. Enjoy outdoor living in the large private fenced-in yard complete with a new fire pit, expansive mahogany deck, and separate patio area for your gas grill. This sun-filled home also includes ductless AC, hardwood floors, plantation shutters, and a one-car garage. Thoughtfully upgraded for modern living, the home features new insulation installed in 2024 for improved energy efficiency, along with an upgraded 200-amp electrical service. Conveniently located with easy access to Sleeping Giant park, Library, Farmington Canal Heritage Trail as well as Yale, local hospitals, and Quinnipiac University. Walk to local favorites and everything the town center has to offer. Come make this your new home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 98 Colonial Dr
General
- Price: $349,900
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24168455
- Updated: 5/20/2026
- Added to Site: 34 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Ceiling Fan, Walk-In Closet, Hardwood Floor, 18 x 11, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Ceiling Fan, Hardwood Floor, 18 x 11, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 22 x 11, Main
- Family Room: Family Room - Laminate Floor, 18 x 9, Lower
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Granite Counters, Engineered Wood Floor, 13 x 10, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Hardwood Floor, 13 x 12, Main
- Laundry: Lower Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Shed, Deck, Gutters, Patio
- Color: Beige
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking: Attached Garage
Location
- County: New Haven
- Neighborhood: Centerville
- Driving Directions: Whitney Avenue or Evergreen Avenue to Colonial.
School Information
- Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
- Middle School: Hamden
- High School: Hamden
Community
- Community Name: Centerville
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ductless
- Heating Type: Hot Water, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Oil, Domestic
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum
- Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished, Full With Hatchway
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Square Feet: 1,080
- Above Ground: 1,080 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1948
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.28
- Zoning: R4
- Lot Description: Fence - Full, Dry, Level Lot
Green Features
- Energy Features: Extra Insulation, Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $150,833
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1141883
Listed by Pearce Real Estate, Eileen Smith
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Schools
Schools serving 98 Colonial Dr
School District:Hamden School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Shepherd Glen School 1 Skiff Street, Hamden, CT 06514 | K-6 | 1.1 mi |
Hamden Middle School 2623 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, CT 06518 | 7-8 | 0.6 mi |
Hamden High School 2040 Dixwell Avenue, Hamden, CT 06514 | 9-12 | 1.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 98 Colonial Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/01/2026
Listed
$349,900
62.74%
MLS
5/02/2017
Sold
$215,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 98 Colonial Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$10,470
41%
$201,810
51%
2023
$7,443
-1%
$133,840
—
2023
$7,546
2%
$133,840
—
2022
$7,425
6%
$133,840
—
2021
$7,019
4%
$133,840
3%
2020
$6,750
6%
$129,850
—
2019
$6,344
2%
$129,850
—
2018
$6,228
6%
$129,850
—
2017
$5,877
—
$129,850
—
2016
$5,890
6%
$129,850
-4%
2015
$5,539
2%
$135,520
—
2014
$5,411
3%
$135,520
—
2011
$5,277
—
$135,520
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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98 Colonial Drive, Hamden, CT 06518 (MLS# 24168455) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 98 Colonial Drive is currently listed for $349,900 and was received on April 25, 2026. Want to learn more about 98 Colonial Drive? 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.

