NOT LISTED FOR SALE

40 Bluff Ave West Haven, CT 06516

West Shore Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $351,000 - $420,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,264 Sq Ft
$300/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 26, 2021

Last sale price $238,000 $188 Per Sq Ft

Est. 60% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,515/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Beach Front
  • Corner Lot
  • Cottage
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • Walking Distance to Water

About This Home

As of March 2021

Water views from many windows, short walk to Seabluff sandy beach, large 2 tier corner lot. Easy expansion possibilities in this vintage (1924) bungalow-cottage. 1264 square feet. 3 bedrooms 1.5 bathrooms. Master bedroom on upper level with gorgeous water views and half bath. Main level includes spacious living room (25x11)with beautiful water views, built-ins and 9 foot ceiling. Dining room, kitchen, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. Vinyl replacement windows, hardwood floors throughout, as well as high beamed ceilings. A MUST SEE!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dalia Coleman

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0389629 Listed on: 02/03/2021

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Kate Esposito

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0797701

William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,298

Year Built

  • Built in 1924

Lot Details

  • 6,098 Sq Ft Lot
  • Beach Front
  • Corner Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Property is zoned R2

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Cottage
  • Bungalow
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,264 Sq Ft Home
  • Thermal Windows
  • Water Views
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storage In Attic
  • Oven or Range
  • Laundry on lower level

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Porch

Schools

  • West Haven High School

Utilities

  • Radiator
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Circulator

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,298

Year Built

Built in 1924

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Bungalow, Cottage
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1264
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1264
  • Total Sq Ft: 1264
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Nearby Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Private School(s)
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3044
  • Directions: Laurel Street to Bluff Avenue, at the corner of Laurel and Bluff, driveway on Laurel street.
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 6
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch, Sidewalk
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Beach, View, Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Garages Number: 1

Utilities

  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiator
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1400
  • Lot Description: Water View, Corner Lot, Sloping Lot
  • Zoning: R2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: 5298
  • Mil Rate Base: 37.480
  • Mil Rate Tax District: 11.129
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1420772

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: West Haven

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 3, 2021
Closed on
Mar 26, 2021
Sold by
Bitman Oren
Bought by
Sheehy Catherine A and Roth Katherine B
Seller's Agent
Dalia Coleman
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Kate Esposito
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
List Price
$220,000
Sold Price
$238,000
Premium/Discount to List
$18,000
8.18%
Current Estimated Value
$379,652

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$141,652
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.17%
Original Mortgage
$144,000
Outstanding Balance
$129,443
Interest Rate
2.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$250,209

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2021
Sold by
Guarino Vincent P and Guarino Michael
Bought by
Bitman Oren
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Sheehy Catherine A $238,000 None Available
Sheehy Catherine A $238,000 None Available
Bitman Oren $138,500 None Available
Bitman Oren $138,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sheehy Catherine A $144,000
Closed Sheehy Catherine A $144,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/26/2021 03/26/21 Sold $238,000 +8.2% $188 / Sq Ft
02/03/2021 02/03/21 For Sale $220,000 -- $174 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,583 $200,270 $81,340 $118,930
2024 $5,685 $121,310 $56,350 $64,960
2023 $5,471 $121,310 $56,350 $64,960
2022 $5,373 $121,310 $56,350 $64,960
2021 $5,373 $121,310 $56,350 $64,960
2020 $5,298 $108,990 $51,450 $57,540
2019 $5,129 $108,990 $51,450 $57,540
2018 $5,056 $108,990 $51,450 $57,540
2017 $4,920 $108,990 $51,450 $57,540
2016 $4,865 $108,990 $51,450 $57,540
2015 $5,234 $131,250 $57,190 $74,060
2014 $5,234 $131,250 $57,190 $74,060
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Dalia Coleman

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Dalia Coleman

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (203) 824-2849

    2 in this area

    53 Total Sales

    Dalia Coleman
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  • Kate Esposito

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Kate Esposito

    William Pitt

    (203) 215-8824

    3 in this area

    171 Total Sales

    Kate Esposito
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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170369588

SmartMLS

APN: WHAV-000014-000474

Connecticut New Haven County West Haven 06516 West Shore

40 Bluff Ave, West Haven, CT

Not Listed for Sale

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