259 3rd Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516
OFF MARKET

259 3rd Avenue
West Haven, CT 06516

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,456 sqft

$413,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,927/mo*
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$413,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,927/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,456 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 259 3rd Avenue.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1930
Living Area
1,456 sqft
Price/Sqft
$284
Parking
Open Parking

About this House

Do not miss this great classic colonial style home set on a level, fenced corner lot close to the shoreline and town beaches. The main floor features a foyer, spacious living room, formal dining room, sunroom, and modern kitchen with granite counters. The kitchen also features a built-in breakfast nook seating area, and French doors leading to a large deck overlooking the deep yard. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms with a large primary bedroom and a modern full bathroom. The house has beautiful hardwood floors, modern windows and nice woodwork and built-ins. The second full bath is located in the rear of the main floor. Heating and hot water are supplied by an on-demand gas boiler. The basement is partially finished for extra space. Come see this home today before it is gone! OFFER PENDING EXECUTION BY SELLRR (HUD)
259 3rd Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,456 sqft single-family home built in 1930. It last sold for $316,000 on Mar 14, 2024 (11% above the $285,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $413,300, with a rent estimate of $2,988/month.

Home Details for 259 3rd Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Sun Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1456 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Tankless Water HeaterDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiator
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
View
Has a ViewView: Water

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Concrete PerimeterNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Driveway,Paved
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1456 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1426455

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $285,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Feb 07 2024Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: West Haven
School Information
Elementary School: Per Board of EdHigh School: Per Board of Ed

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1456 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6534 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 170618055Attic: StorageWater ViewWater View: WaterAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1456
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Douglas Ledewitz, (203) 305-5282
Pulse Realty LLC, (203) 672-4888
Bought with: Bob Richter, (203) 856-6588, Coldwell Banker Realty, (203) 254-7100
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#170618055

Price History for 259 3rd Avenue

DatePriceEventSource
03/14/2024$316,000Sold
Smart MLS #170618055
06/08/2023$288,260Sold
N/A
03/09/2023ListingRemovedSmart MLS #170549014
02/06/2023$314,900Listed For SaleSmart MLS #170549014
05/31/2019$257,900Sold
Smart MLS #170164475
03/05/2019$249,900PendingAgent Provided
02/20/2019$249,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/03/2016$239,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/11/2016$239,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/09/2016$244,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/13/2007$264,000Sold
Smart MLS #N269074
10/01/1998$115,000Sold
N/A
02/03/1992$125,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in West Haven

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$377K
$13.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.9%
1.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$249
$3MoM
Available listings
92
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$7,657
Assessment$221,760
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 259 3rd Avenue

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
107 May Street, West Haven, CT
0.05
Single-Family Home
$371,000
08/20/25
3
1.5
1,303
37 Jones Street, West Haven, CT
0.17
Single-Family Home
$250,000
06/09/26
3
2
1,366
104 White Street, West Haven, CT
0.11
Single-Family Home
$380,000
07/22/26
3
1.5
1,344
102 Brown Street, West Haven, CT
0.24
Single-Family Home
$320,000
04/28/26
3
2
1,312
79 May Street, West Haven, CT
0.10
Single-Family Home
$360,000
01/29/26
3
1
1,495
224 1st Avenue, West Haven, CT
0.37
Single-Family Home
$290,000
10/10/25
3
1.5
1,465
268 Third Avenue, West Haven, CT
0.02
Single-Family Home
$329,000
06/03/26
3
1
978
283 Third Avenue, West Haven, CT
0.06
Single-Family Home
$330,000
08/22/25
2
1.5
1,100
50 Jones Street, West Haven, CT
0.15
Single-Family Home
$210,000
11/21/25
3
1.5
1,240
99 Union Avenue, West Haven, CT
0.28
Single-Family Home
$355,000
05/29/26
3
1.5
1,348

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What Locals Say about West Haven

At least 533 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 73 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 64 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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    "West haven has its good and its bad but its what you make of it. More activity near the main roads like campbell ave and their is quite areas as well"
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    "Savin Rock Beach gatherings in the summer time. The farmers market come a few times a year to the beach and rhe West Haven green."
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    "Traffic going south after Stratford in the AM and starting in Milford going north in the afternoon all the way to the New Haven connector"
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    "looked up the price for a three bedroom and the website says one price and when you call to confirm its so much more expensive . you need to update your price for your apartments ."
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    "Everyone is very friendly. I have never had any issues at all. Me and my family are very comfortable "
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  • Debapollock
    "Family oriented with ample parking, great access to beaches, stores, restaurants, coffee shops, nail salons. Live music often. Close to New Haven and Yale. Interstate is close drive. "
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  • Jessica A.
    "we have lots of events for the family and kids. and I've lived here for 4 years and I love the respect. I love the school system also "
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  • Michelle69
    "Very quiet and the neighborhood is very friendly. Cars drive at a very reasonable speed. The beach is close and safe for the kids to visit "
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    "Block parties for kids. Food, water slides, games. Everyone in the neighborhood contributes to the food no matter if they are grilling or home cooking"
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  • Christine R.
    "I commute from West Haven to Hartford, which is about an hour. At rush hour I-95 is usually very congested. Once you get on I-91 to go north, it’s easy."
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    "It’s a very Nice town , great people , friendly, quiet and clean! Overall great town to raise children in ! Love it so much plan to never move out of west haven . The beach is also a plus ! Has festivals and events in the summer time for community and kids ! "
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  • Anna F.
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    "Commute to downtown is 10min and is very close to public transportation, and shopping. Was raised in this neighborhood, very quiet"
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    "Walking to the beach is a great place for the dogs and their owners and a safe community for all who visit "
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    "A hassle and there are not a lot of buses available where I live it is a far walk to get the bus and they stop running in my area early"
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