$2,100,000

Estimated payment $13,606/month

-- Bed
-- Bath
7,467 Sq Ft
$281 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 0.41 Acre Lot
  • Antique Architecture
  • Bonus Room
  • Property is near public transit and bus stop
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • 5-minute walk to Saint Ronan Dog Park

About This Home

This building is currently an office owned & occupied by a prominent law firm since 1971. 475 Whitney Avenue presents a rare opportunity to restore & reposition one of New Haven's most architecturally significant properties into a signature residential asset. Originally constructed as a grand private residence in 1896, the building is ideally suited for conversion back to a luxury single-family estate or redevelopment from the current office configuration as a boutique multi-family or condominium offering. The structure's scale, craftsmanship & layout-featuring expansive rooms, high ceilings & formal entertaining spaces- lend themselves naturally to residential reuse. The architectural details including the yellow venetian brick & copper gutters & flashing make this prohibitively expensive to replicate today. In addition to the main residence the property incls a detached rear structure (originally a garage, later converted to conference space) that could possibly be repositioned into 1 or 2 addtl residential units, guest accommodations or accessory dwelling space creating meaningful added value & flexibility. The current site configuration includes a large, paved parking area which offers a unique opportunity to reclaim a portion of the grounds for landscaped lawns, private outdoor space & a formal residential driveway restoring the property's original estate-like setting while maintaining functional access.

Listing Agent

Dawn Vittorio

New Haven Group, Inc Brokerage Phone: (203) 535-4091 License #RES.0781002 Listed on: 05/12/2026

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $28,741

Year Built

  • Built in 1884

Lot Details

  • 17,860 Sq Ft Lot
  • Property is zoned RH1

Home Design

  • Antique Architecture
  • Chateau Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Slate Roof
  • Masonry Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Elevator
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Sitting Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Intercom
  • Oven or Range

Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry

Parking

  • 17 Parking Spaces
  • Private Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Wrap Around Balcony
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Wrap Around Porch

Location

  • Property is near public transit and bus stop

Utilities

  • Split Air Conditioning
  • Electric Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1246795

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$28,741

Year Built

Built in 1884

Lot Details

0.41 Acres

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: East Rock
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Antique, Chateau
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6284
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1183
  • Total Sq Ft: 7467
  • Year Built: 1884
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Commuter Bus, Park, Private School(s), Public Pool, Walk to Bus Lines
  • In Law Access: LOWER,UPPER
  • Remarks Public Addendum: 475 Whitney Avenue is widely regarded as one of the most distinctive residences along Whitney Avenue. Building is equipped with an elevator that stops from basement to 3rd floor.
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: Unknown
  • Directions: I-91 North and South, Exit 6. Right onto Willow Street. House is the last house on Willow St, corner of Willow and Whitney Ave. Last driveway on left side of Willow St.
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Street Type: Avenue
  • Office Attribution Contact: (203) 773-3060
  • Reserve Prospect: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Fully Finished, Cooled, Interior Access, Walk-out, Full With Walk-Out
  • Interior Amenities: Elevator, Intercom
  • Appliances: Oven/Range
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room, Sitting Room
  • Attic: No

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Wrap Around, Sidewalk, Porch, Wrap Around Deck, Gutters, Lighting
  • Exterior Siding: Brick
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Roof Information: Slate
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame, Brick

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Asphalt
  • Total Parking Spaces: 17
  • Garage And Parking: Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Split System
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, Domestic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.41
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot Level Lot
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RH1
  • Parcel #: 1246795

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 28741

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

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Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/12/2026 05/12/26 For Sale $2,100,000 -- $281 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24175040

SmartMLS

APN: NHVN-000214-000423-000100

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