Makin’ your den in Hamden

Fortune Magazine once named Hamden as one of the Best Places to “Live and Launch.” Feel like launching off to a new home? This Connecticut town is in New Haven County and is considered a suburb of New Haven, although it’s about ten miles out. Hamden is a great place to live, with a family-friendly environment, gorgeous landscape, parks, great public schools, and that oh-so-sweet, New England charm.

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Rentin’ in Hamden

Are you looking for something near East Rock Park? Perhaps you want something near the Quinnipiac River Marsh Wildlife Area. Whatever it is you're looking for, our apartment finder will help you find it and seal up the best deal on the joint. So… what do apartments here in Hamden go for? Look at the table above and you’ll get an idea. If you’re ready to start your search, you can check out some of the popular rentals below. Otherwise, curl up on that couch and get comfy. It’s time to learn more about what makes Hamden tick!

Happy in Hamden

There is plenty going on in Hamden, so you should have no problem finding things to keep you busy and happy. The town has an active Parks and Recreation department and boasts loads of parks, playgrounds, athletic fields and courts, trails, and oodles of beautiful, open space to frolic and play in. Check out the Sleeping Giant Park to get a taste for some of the excellent outdoor space that is available to residents. The Hamden Farmers’ Market is open every week throughout most of the year. You can head to the market to stroll around and peruse fresh fruits, veggies, flowers, breads, and whatever else local farmers have dreamed up. The Hamden Symphony Orchestra has been busting out tunes since 1962. Enjoy a concert, or if you would rather play than perform - join. This community orchestra also has a young musician competition, in case you have extra musical kids.

For an amazing experience for the whole family, visit the Eli Whitney Museum in Hamden. (Eli Whitney has strong roots in Hamden and evidence of it is everywhere.) You can visit this “experimental learning workshop” on your own, or attend a special program. They host school programs, vacation programs, birthday parties (fun!), and walk-in programs. If history is your thing, visit the Hamden Historical Society. The society hosts some cool events, so keep an eye on their calendar. You can enjoy Wine Tasting, poetry readings, and their annual Antique Show.

Hey, Hamden-er

Move into your new apartment and join about 58,000 other people who enjoy life in this charming New England community. Ready for your fun fact? As a kid, Paul Fusco lived in Hamden. Don’t know who that is? Oh, yes you do. He created and gave voice and life to the TV alien ALF. That’s right. Don’t like that one? How about this one? Dwayne Johnson – yes, that’s right – “The Rock” – lived here when he was a kid as well. Recent reports suggest that he didn’t know ALF personally.