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Highlights
- Walk-in closet
- Storage space
- Eat-in kitchen
- Fenced-in yard
- Large dining room
- Generous living room
Location
27 Melrose Ave, Hamden, CT 06518, USA
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Amenities for 27 Melrose Ave
Features
| Central Air | Walk-in Closet |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | In-Unit Laundry |
Community
| Basement | Onsite Laundry |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space | Storage |
Other
| Architecture Style: Cape Cod | Six Rooms |
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About 27 Melrose Ave
Property Status: Pending Spacious and versatile rental offering plenty of room to spread out! This well-maintained home features a generous living room, large dining room, and an eat-in kitchen with a convenient mudroom just off the kitchen, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The main level includes a primary bedroom, while the upper level offers two additional bedrooms, a walk-in closet plus storage space off one of the bedrooms. The finished lower level provides even more flexibility and can be used as a fourth bedroom, family room or office along with additional storage and a dedicated laundry room. Enjoy the fenced-in yard for privacy, ideal for outdoor activities, along with a shed for extra storage. A extra long driveway provides ample off-street parking. Solar panels help keep electricity costs very low, adding great value and efficiency. Conveniently located near Quinnipiac University, this home is perfect for those seeking space and accessibility. Owner is targeting an August 1st move-in, but timing is negotiable. Owner is redoing tub/shower and doing new stairs leading to backyard. Both will be complete by move-in. Some notice needed. Office Phone: (203) 269-4910 Copyright © 2026 SmartMLS, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 27 Melrose Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
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- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Zip code | 06518 |
|---|---|
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Hamden
3-bedroom apartments at 27 Melrose Ave cost about 19% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Hamden.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Hamden
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,798 |
| July 2024 | $2,703 |
| August 2024 | $2,612 |
| September 2024 | $2,581 |
| October 2024 | $2,799 |
| November 2024 | $2,799 |
| December 2024 | $2,737 |
| January 2025 | $2,647 |
| February 2025 | $2,640 |
| March 2025 | $2,677 |
| April 2025 | $2,803 |
| May 2025 | $2,888 |
| June 2025 | $2,729 |
| July 2025 | $2,811 |
| August 2025 | $2,800 |
| September 2025 | $2,696 |
| October 2025 | $2,698 |
| November 2025 | $2,700 |
| December 2025 | $2,650 |
| January 2026 | $2,500 |
| February 2026 | $2,500 |
| March 2026 | $2,537 |
| April 2026 | $2,493 |
| May 2026 | $2,659 |
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Schools near 27 Melrose Ave
Bear Path School
10 kirk rd
hamden, CT, 6514
K-6Public
B
Shepherd Glen School
1 skiff st ext
hamden, CT, 6514
K-6Public
B-
Spring Glen School
1908 whitney ave
hamden, CT, 6517
K-6Public
B+
West Woods School
350 west todd st
hamden, CT, 6518
K-6Public
B
Dunbar Hill School
315 lane st
hamden, CT, 6514
PK, K-6Public
C+
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Getting around Hamden near 27 Melrose Ave
Walking
4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 27 Melrose Ave, Hamden
Groceries
1/10
Closest supermarket further than a 30-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
4/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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