Quinnipiac University

Hamden, CT

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Quinnipiac University - Hamden, CT

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Poll results are in, and Quinnipiac ranks as one of the best

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Consistently ranking among the top 13 percent of universities in the nation, Quinnipiac is one of the few universities in the country that offers both a medical and a law school. This private university was established in 1929 and is located in Hamden next door to Sleeping Giant State Park. Quinnipiac is also known for its polls -- the well-respected Quinnipiac University Polling Institute is located on campus. The Quinnipiac Bobcats participate in NCAA Division I as part of the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference. The hockey teams are part of ECAC Hockey and play at the TD Bank Sports Center.

Having a popular state park next door, students of Quinnipiac are able to enjoy activities like rock climbing, hiking, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing. The oldest hiking trail in Connecticut, the 24-mile Quinnipiac Trail, extends the length of the park and offers some amazing views, especially from its highest point, Mount Sanford.

Quinnipiac University is located along Mt Carmel Avenue between Orchard Loop and Hogan Road. When looking at apartments near Quinnipiac University, start along Sherman Avenue to have fast access to campus, to the TD Bank Sports Center, and to the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail. To be within walking distance of restaurants, shops, bars, and bus stops, look along Whitney Avenue, which is also home to Ireland's Great Hunger Museum.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Hamden, CT is $1,416 for a studio, $1,797 for one bedroom, $2,186 for two bedrooms, and $2,705 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Hamden has increased by 0.3% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 571 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,416/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 755 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,797/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 1,130 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,186/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,393 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,705/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

57

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

52

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Spring Glen School

Public

Grades K-6

370 Students

8
out of 10

West Woods School

Public

Grades K-6

294 Students

7
out of 10

Bear Path School

Public

Grades K-6

406 Students

6
out of 10

Helen Street School

Public

Grades PK-6

325 Students

6
out of 10

Ridge Hill School

Public

Grades PK-6

294 Students

5
out of 10

Hamden Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

811 Students

4
out of 10

Hamden High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,672 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Sleeping Giant State Park
  • Wharton Brook State Park
  • P.L.A.C.E. Multicultural Children's Museum
  • Farmington Canal Heritage Greenway
  • West Rock Ridge State Park

Airports

  • Tweed/New Haven

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