Bear Path School

Hamden Middle School

Hamden High School

Hamden

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North Haven

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Prospect

Wallingford

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New Haven

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Wallingford Center

Chesire Village

West Rock

Newhallville

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Northford

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06518

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06403

In Hamden’s 06518—centered on Mount Carmel and the Whitney Avenue corridor—you’ll find leafy suburban calm with a college-town edge from Quinnipiac University. Weekends revolve around the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail and Sleeping Giant State Park’s ridge hikes, while Hamden Town Center Park hosts seasonal concerts and a farmers market. Coffee shops, pizza and deli favorites, and brunch spots dot Whitney Ave near campus, alongside local yoga and fitness studios. Daily errands are simple with major grocers and specialty markets along Route 10/Whitney and nearby shopping plazas; Route 15 offers easy regional access, and New Haven’s restaurants and theaters are a short drive. Zillow’s Rental Manager trends show a recent median rent in the low $2,000s, with most listings roughly $1,600–$2,700 depending on size and amenities. Expect four-season New England weather, and a friendly, pet-welcoming vibe backed by plentiful trails, fields, and greens.

Serene suburban setting with space, comfort, and community charm.

Suburban Calm

Local university presence adds vibrancy, events, and youthful energy.

College Nearby

Ample parks and spaces for hiking, biking, and active recreation.

Outdoor Activities

Scenic trails and gardens with private, less-crowded natural escapes.

Green Spaces

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2856 Whitney Ave

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