487 Townsend Avenue

New Haven, CT 06512

$340,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,748 Sq. Ft.
$195 / Sq. Ft.
1,748
Sq. Ft.
$195
per Sq. Ft.

Closed 5/17/23

Closed 5/17/23

Description

Welcome to 487 Townsend Avenue! Located in New Haven's desirable coastline neighborhood of Morris Cove, you will fall in love with this 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom brick colonial style home with over 1,700 SF! Call today for a private tour of this home featuring its original charm and character with updates throughout. Some of the many features include hardwood floors, updated baths, lighting fixtures, separate first floor laundry room with tons of storage, 1 car garage, expansive stone patio, fenced...Welcome to 487 Townsend Avenue! Located in New Haven's desirable coastline neighborhood of Morris Cove, you will fall in love with this 3 bedroom, 2 full bathroom brick colonial style home with over 1,700 SF! Call today for a private tour of this home featuring its original charm and character with updates throughout. Some of the many features include hardwood floors, updated baths, lighting fixtures, separate first floor laundry room with tons of storage, 1 car garage, expansive stone patio, fenced in backyard and huge basement ready to be fully finished. The open floor plan kitchen filled with plenty of cabinetry is perfect for entertaining or snuggle up by the fireplace in the living room on a cold day. Upstairs has 3 bedrooms and one full bathroom. All rooms have their own special characteristics! The largest of the 3 bedrooms offers a perfect sitting area. Another bedroom has an attached rooftop deck that provides slightly distant water views! Located near I-95, train station, Tweed Airport, Yale, shops and restaurants, this home has the neighborhood feel with the city life convenience. Known for its historic location Morris Cove offers parks trails and the infamous Lighthouse Point Park and the Pardee Seawall Park! You will enjoy scenic views from sunrises to sunsets by the nicely maintained boardwalk year round that overlooks the Long Island Shore. Call today!
  1. Listed by Rachel Van Wolvelaerd • William Raveis Real Estate
    P: (203) 214-9372 C: (203) 2149372 rachelvanwolvelaerd@rocketmail.com

Property Details for 487 Townsend Avenue

Basement Description
Full With Walk-Out, Concrete Floor, Storage, Sump Pump
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
Morris Cove
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 05/17/2023 09:10 PM

Property Details for 487 Townsend Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #170551215
Days on Market70
Taxes$8,743 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1928
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountyNew Haven County

Building Information for 487 Townsend Avenue

Stories-Year Built1928Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

Property Information for 487 Townsend Avenue

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.27011
  • Longitude: -72.896499
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Commuter Bus, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool, Public Transportation, Walk to Bus Lines
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Property Tax: $8,743
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Sidewalk
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry room on main level
  • Rooms Additional: Laundry Room
  • Room Count: 10
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Remodeled,Tile Floor,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Built-In Hutch,Built-Ins,Vinyl Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Built-In Hutch,Dining Area,Vinyl Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Vinyl Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Remodeled,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Laundry Hookup
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Brown Brick
  • Construction Description: Concrete
  • Driveway Type: Paved
  • Exterior Siding: Brick
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 3264
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1748
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Parcel Number: 1235400
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1748.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1748.0
  • Zoning: RS2
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Storm Doors
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner
Unit 1
  • Listing Key: F65D7EDC7D8F2F09E053D501100AEB88
Unit 2
  • Listing Key: F65D7EDC7D8F2F09E053D501100AEB88
Unit 3
  • Listing Key: F65D7EDC7D8F2F09E053D501100AEB88
Unit 4
  • Listing Key: F65D7EDC7D8F2F09E053D501100AEB88
Unit 5
  • Listing Key: F65D7EDC7D8F2F09E053D501100AEB88
Unit 6
  • Listing Key: F65D7EDC7D8F2F09E053D501100AEB88
Unit 7
  • Listing Key: F65D7EDC7D8F2F09E053D501100AEB88
Unit 8
  • Listing Key: F65D7EDC7D8F2F09E053D501100AEB88
Unit 9
  • Listing Key: F65D7EDC7D8F2F09E053D501100AEB88
Unit 10
  • Listing Key: F65D7EDC7D8F2F09E053D501100AEB88

Property History for 487 Townsend Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 487 Townsend Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$64,680Additions$155,260Total$219,940
Tax Record2024$8,468 ($706 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,748 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,748 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,405 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1928ZoningRS2CountyNEW HAVENAPNNHVN M:026 B:0903 L:03100

Schools near 487 Townsend Avenue

This home is within New Haven School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Nathan Hale School
Public - PK to 8
Sound School
Public - 9 to 12
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School
Public - PK to 8
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School
Public - 5 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Nathan Hale School
PublicPK to 8

Sound School
Public9 to 12

Benjamin Jepson Magnet School
PublicPK to 8

Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School
Public5 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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