About 889 Benham Street
Bring your vision and unlock the potential! Whether you're a first-time buyer looking for an affordable opportunity to build equity or an investor searching for your next project, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers a great opportunity. Privately set on a .49-acre lot perched above the road, the property offers a peaceful setting while still providing convenient access to all that Hamden has to offer! Shopping, dining, schools, hiking and everyday conveniences. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors that can be refinished, along with a large 3 season family room addition 12x28 that provides additional space for entertaining or enjoying the private surroundings. A one + car garage adds convenience and storage. Downstairs also has the potential to finish a large room that can be a potential office space, family room, etc. 15x18. Several of the big-ticket items have already been addressed in recent years, including the furnace, roof, driveway, generator hookup and electrical service. The home is ready for updating and offers plenty of potential to renovate, customize, and add value. Shared driveway. Enjoy the best of both worlds-a private, elevated setting with convenient access to the surrounding community. A great opportunity for buyers willing to put in the work and create something special! Subject to Probate Court Approval. Please do not drive up driveway without an appointment. Being Sold AS-IS
Features of 889 Benham Street
| MLS® # | 24210678 |
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| Price | $279,000 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1.00 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Square Footage | 984 |
| Acres | 0.49 |
| Type | Single Family For Sale |
| Style | Ranch |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 889 Benham Street |
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| Area | N/A |
| City | Hamden |
| County | New Haven |
| State | Connecticut |
| Zip Code | 06514 |
Amenities
| Parking | Under House Garage |
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| # of Garages | 1 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | Not Applicable |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Appliances | Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher |
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| Heating | Hot Air, Oil |
| Cooling | None |
| Fireplace | No |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Full |
Exterior
| Exterior | Clapboard |
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| Lot Description | Secluded, Lightly Wooded, Treed |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Foundation | Concrete |
School Information
| Elementary | Per Board of Ed |
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| High | Per Board of Ed |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | October 2nd, 2026 |
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| Days on Market | 4 |
| Zoning | R2 |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | iHeart Homes Real Estate LLC |
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