Hamden, CT

Hamden is a city located in southwestern Connecticut, United States. As of the 2010 census, the city had a population of 73,812. Hamden is one of the most affluent cities in Connecticut and has been for many years. The city's wealth is based largely on its position as a center for technology and pharmaceuticals.

The history of Hamden can be traced back to 1660 when it was founded by Puritan settlers from New Haven Colony. The town was originally called North Haven and was renamed Hamden in 1718 after the English Earl of Derby who was then the Governor General of British North America. The early economy of Hamden was based on agriculture and manufacturing but by the late 19th century, it had become an industrial center with major factories including Colt's Manufacturing Company (now part of Colt Defense LLC), Union Carbide Corporation (now part of Dow Chemical Company), American Optical Corporation (now part of Corning Incorporated), and Eastman Kodak Company (now part of Kodak Alaris Inc.). In addition, several banks were founded in Hamden during this time including First National Bank (now HSBC Bank USA) and Citizens Savings Bank (now TD Bank).

Today, Hamden remains an economically prosperous city with a diversified economy that includes information technology, healthcare services, financial services, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals. In addition to its traditional industrial base, Hamden is now home to several high-tech companies such as Intel Corporation's Greater Hartford Operations Center and Biocon Limited's headquarters as well as major hospitals such as Yale- New Haven Hospital and Stamford Hospital. The city also has a strong education sector with several colleges and universities located in Hamden including Southern Connecticut State University, Sacred Heart University School Of Medicine & Health Sciences , Eastern Connecticut State University , Quinnipiac University , Western Connecticut State University , Central Connecticut State University , Southern New England College , Saint Joseph's College And Seminary . There are also numerous private schools in the area including Trinity School For Girls And St John Fisher College .

Real estate in Hamden has always been an important component of the city's economy due to its proximity to major metropolitan areas such as New York City, Boston Logan International Airport , Hartford Bradley International Airport , Providence Rhode Island International Airport , Philadelphia International Airport . As a result, there are numerous luxury homes available for purchase or lease in Hamden ranging from single family homes to high-rise apartments . Some popular neighborhoods include Westhill Village which is known for its upscale homes along Deerfield Road ; Mill Hill which features large Tudor style homes ; Southbury which features large colonial style homes ; Maplewood which features large wooded estates ; Northtown which features newer suburban style homes ; Fairfield Hills which features luxurious gated communities ; Weston where many luxury condominiums have been built; Waterford where many waterfront properties can be found; Westville where many new development projects are underway;and Nichols Hillswhich offers some beautiful countryside views