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73 Helen St, Hamden, CT 06514, USA
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Property Overview
73 Helen Street is rated highly for overall value, with strong marks for price, location, amenities, and trustworthiness. It also stands out for excellent value for money, nearby top-rated high schools, and a helpful set of photos that give renters a clear look at the property.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive- High school nearby
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| 73 Helen Street - H4 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,550 /mo | All credit situations considered. Affordable, convenient living! |
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About 73 Helen Street
All credit situations considered. Affordable, convenient living!
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 73 Helen Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 73 Helen Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
73 Helen Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 73 Helen Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
73 Helen Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 73 Helen Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
73 Helen Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
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 73 Helen Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 miles away
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Distance from grocery stores
- The nearest grocery store is 4.2 miles away
- Distance from transit
- More than 2.6 miles from public transportation
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2.6 miles away
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Rent trends in Hamden
1-bedroom apartments at 73 Helen Street cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Hamden.
Median rents as of Oct 24 2026.
Hamden
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,695 |
| December 2024 | $1,745 |
| January 2025 | $1,795 |
| February 2025 | $1,727 |
| March 2025 | $1,723 |
| April 2025 | $1,547 |
| May 2025 | $1,535 |
| June 2025 | $1,538 |
| July 2025 | $1,540 |
| August 2025 | $1,539 |
| September 2025 | $1,499 |
| October 2025 | $1,477 |
| November 2025 | $1,510 |
| December 2025 | $1,477 |
| January 2026 | $1,523 |
| February 2026 | $1,510 |
| March 2026 | $1,535 |
| April 2026 | $1,546 |
| May 2026 | $1,710 |
| June 2026 | $1,595 |
| July 2026 | $1,592 |
| August 2026 | $1,637 |
| September 2026 | $1,525 |
| October 2026 | $1,402 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 73 Helen St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$62,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $62,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,550.
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Schools near 73 Helen Street
Helen Street School
285 helen st
hamden, CT, 6514
PK, K-6Public
C+
Church Street School
95 church st
hamden, CT, 6514
PK, K-6Public
C+
Dunbar Hill School
315 lane st
hamden, CT, 6514
PK, K-6Public
C+
Ridge Hill School
120 carew rd
hamden, CT, 6517
PK, K-6Public
B-
Spring Glen School
1908 whitney ave
hamden, CT, 6517
K-6Public
B+
Neighborhood
Getting around Hamden near 73 Helen St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 73 Helen St, Hamden
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Variety of cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
7/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
5/10
Variety of bars within a short drive
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