Marketplace at Hamden

Welcome to Marketplace at Hamden, nestled in the community of Hamden, CT, part of the vibrant Greater New Haven area.  Hamden boasts a customer base with strong purchasing power, making it an ideal location for thriving businesses.

Hamden, just four miles from downtown New Haven, Connecticut’s second-largest city, is home to over 60,000 people with an average annual income of over $100,000. It is a vibrant, well-established community with a robust employment sector. Hamden is home to the top-ranked Quinnipiac University, which has 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students. New Haven is the economic hub of southern Connecticut. Its high concentration of major colleges, universities, and healthcare facilities generates area population growth and offers financial stability.

Marketplace at Hamden, positioned at the junction of Skiff Street and Dixwell Avenue, benefits from a strategic location on major routes, enhancing visibility and accessibility. This is evident in the traffic numbers, with Dixwell Ave attracting over 24,400 Vehicles per Day (VPD) and significant perpendicular traffic in excess of 16,800 VPD.

Hamden’s ‘Magic Mile’ reputation, characterized by a concentration of shopping centers and major retail stores, is a testament to its prestige and ability to draw a significant number of shoppers.

With 2.8 million annual visits and a loyal customer base, Marketplace at Hamden draws significant foot traffic, and Stop & Shop and Staples hold top positions in the state for performance. The extensive trade area and high shopper density within a 10-mile radius provide businesses with a broad reach and potential customer base. With ample shopping diversity, including popular brands like Kohl’s, Marshalls, Bed Bath & Beyond, Party City, Walmart, and LA Fitness, Marketplace ranks among the top 10 favored shopping centers locally.