NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $399,000 - $470,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,748 Sq Ft
$249/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 17, 2023

Last sale price $340,000 $195 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,090 / mo

81 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Attic
  • No HOA
  • Property is near public transit and bus stop
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Walking Distance to Water

About This Home

As of May 2023

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!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Rachel Van Wolvelaerd

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0793074 Listed on: 03/08/2023

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Elizabeth Herbert

Ronald E Nettleton License #RES.0787858

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,743

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
  • Level Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned RS2

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Masonry Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,748 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Concrete Flooring
  • Storm Doors

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Walking Distance to Water
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Rain Gutters
  • Awning

Location

  • Property is near public transit and bus stop

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,743

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Morris Cove
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1748
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 1748
  • Total Sq Ft: 1748
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Nearby Amenities: Basketball Court, Commuter Bus, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool, Public Transportation, Walk to Bus Lines
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 3264
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Storage Space
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Concrete Floor, Storage, Sump Pump
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Laundry room on main level
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Sidewalk
  • Exterior Siding: Brick
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Driveway Type: Paved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Storm Doors

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.1700
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: RS2

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: 8743
  • Mil Rate Base: 39.750
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1235400

MLS Schools

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

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2023
Closed on
May 17, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Rachel Van Wolvelaerd
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Herbert
Ronald E Nettleton
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$340,000
Premium/Discount to List
$41,000
13.71%
Views
424
Current Estimated Value
$434,577

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$94,577
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.97%
Original Mortgage
$333,841
Interest Rate
0.0675%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 12, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$340,000 None Available
$259,900 --
$90,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $93,897
Open $333,841
Closed $600,000
Previous Owner $158,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/17/2023 05/17/23 Sold $340,000 +13.7% $195 / Sq Ft
02/25/2023 02/25/23 For Sale $299,000 -- $171 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History

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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 $8,666 $219,940 $64,680 $155,260
2024 $8,468 $219,940 $64,680 $155,260
2023 $8,182 $219,940 $64,680 $155,260
2022 $8,743 $219,940 $64,680 $155,260
2021 $6,300 $143,570 $42,000 $101,570
2020 $6,300 $143,570 $42,000 $101,570
2019 $6,171 $143,570 $42,000 $101,570
2018 $6,171 $143,570 $42,000 $101,570
2017 $6,366 $164,570 $42,000 $122,570
2016 $6,687 $160,930 $41,090 $119,840
2015 $6,687 $160,930 $41,090 $119,840
2014 $6,687 $160,930 $41,090 $119,840
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170551215

SmartMLS

APN: NHVN-000026-000903-003100

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