281 West Elm Street, New Haven, CT 06515
OFF MARKET

$611,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 6 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,660 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

281 West Elm Street, New Haven, CT 06515

Westville
Est. Refi. Payment $4,377/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 15, 2024 for $465,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$612K
Since last month
Decreased$12K (-1.8%)
Since last year
Increased$71K (+13.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$149K (+32%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +99% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$614K
August 2026$625K
July 2026$614K
June 2026$627K
May 2026$619K
April 2026$609K
March 2026$590K
February 2026$583K
January 2026$583K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
21 Richmond Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.11
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$606,000
03/24/26
4
2
2,158
130 Marvelwood Drive, New Haven, CT
0.17
Single-Family Home
$475,000
08/28/26
3
1.5
2,017
200 Alston Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.17
Single-Family Home
$610,000
07/31/26
4
1.5
2,323
126 Willard Street, New Haven, CT
0.15
Single-Family Home
$630,000
12/19/25
4
2.5
1,822
252 Alden Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.23
Single-Family Home
$670,000
04/03/26
3
2.5
3,885
224 Ray Road, New Haven, CT
0.48
Single-Family Home
$650,000
06/11/26
6
3.5
2,570
62 Edgewood Way, New Haven, CT
0.24
Single-Family Home
$751,000
07/31/26
4
4
3,330
508 Yale Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.43
Single-Family Home
$851,000
05/15/26
6
2.5
3,219
300 Knollwood Drive, New Haven, CT
0.34
Single-Family Home
$650,000
10/27/25
4
3.5
2,944
120 Emerson Street, New Haven, CT
0.45
Single-Family Home
$300,000
01/21/26
5
2
1,821

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
265 West Elm Street #1, New Haven, CT 06515
0.03
$525,100
4
2
2,732
Off Market
284 West Elm Street, New Haven, CT 06515
0.03
$643,500
5
2.5
2,240
Off Market
1190 Forest Road, New Haven, CT 06515
0.05
$392,300
3
1.5
896
Off Market
21 Richmond Avenue, New Haven, CT 06515
0.11
$606,000
4
2
2,158
Recently Sold
1225 Forest Road #1225, New Haven, CT 06515
0.06
$340,700
3
1.5
1,536
Off Market
53 Vista Terrace, New Haven, CT 06515
0.09
$532,200
3
2.5
2,120
Off Market
186 Willard Street, New Haven, CT 06515
0.08
$661,900
6
3
3,245
Off Market
174 Willard Street, New Haven, CT 06515
0.09
$504,800
3
2
1,497
Off Market
1239 Forest Road, New Haven, CT 06515
0.09
$619,500
6
2
2,861
Off Market
37 Barnett Street, New Haven, CT 06515
0.13
$673,900
5
3
3,764
Off Market
50 Barnett Street, New Haven, CT 06515
0.12
$473,800
6
2
2,690
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 281 West Elm Street.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1925
0.27 acre lot
2,660 sqft
$230/sqft
1 Car Garage

About this House

What's unique:Small kitchenetteEat-in kitchenMature landscapingDeep yardHot waterCentral air
This Westville 6 bedroom, 2.5 bath house is loaded with charm and character. Front entry hall has a half bath, and leads to a good size living room with a fireplace and two sets of glass French doors to an open covered porch. The formal dining room can seat a big crowd, and the eat-in kitchen has excellent work and storage space and a dining area with a built-in Banquette. There are four corner bedrooms on the second floor and a full bath. Two more bedrooms and a full bath and small kitchenette are on the third floor. The gas heat, hot water, and cooking gas are very efficient and there are house owned solar panels that help keep electric costs reasonable. There is central air, a one car garage, a deep yard with mature landscaping and a delightful deck. Great location near Westville Village, a library, coffee shop, and farmers ’market.
281 West Elm Street, New Haven, CT 06515 is a 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,660 sqft single-family home in Westville, built in 1925. It last sold for $465,000 on Feb 15, 2024 (9% above the $425,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $611,700, with a rent estimate of $4,016/month.
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listed by Betsy Grauer, (203) 641-3003
Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc, (203) 787-3434
Bought with: Jordan Ostrofsky, (203) 687-0992, KW Legacy Partners, (860) 313-0700
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#170616747

Home Details for 281 West Elm Street

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: PartialNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2660 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Door: French Doors
Security
Security: Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck, PorchExterior: Garden, Rain Gutters, Lighting, SidewalkFoundation: MasonryGardenNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached,Paved
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2660 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1260175

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $425,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jan 08 2024Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: New HavenCommunity: Westville
School Information
Elementary School: Per Board of EdJr High / Middle School: Per Board of EdHigh School: Per Board of Ed

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2660 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Library, Park, Private School(s), Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 170616747Attic: Partially FinishedAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2660

Additional Information

LibraryParkPrivate School(s)Near Public TransportShopping/Mall

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 15, 2024
Source: Smart MLS #170616747
Sold
$465,000
Jan 9, 2024
Source: Smart MLS #170616747
Pending
$425,000
Jan 2, 2024
Source: Smart MLS #170616747
Listed For Sale
$425,000
Jul 16, 2021
Source: Smart MLS #170415092
ListingRemoved
Jul 15, 2021
Source: Smart MLS #170415092
Contingent
$325,000

Market trends in New Haven

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$345K
$583MoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$253
$10MoM
Available listings
148
4MoM

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Westville
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What Locals Say about Westville

At least 47 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 98 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 94 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 89 % Say parking is easy

  • 81 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say kids play outside

  • 79 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 76 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 76 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say there's wildlife

  • 75 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 74 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 72 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say there are community events

  • 31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Trulia User
    "Its safe and conveniently close to downtown. Some places offer more privacy others not so much. But its a great place to start moving out from parents houses to start ur own family if your financially good or bad its affordable depends on where but overall its a good area"
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  • Trulia User
    "Its safe and nice great place to start a lil family just research the area but for the most part its very calm nothing to big has happened"
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  • Frcostumes2009
    "The neighborhood is peaceful and quiet. It's beautiful to walk the tree lined streets everyday, very dog friendly with terrific neighbors. People wave and speak to each other on the streets. I love the entire atmosphere."
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  • Grace T.
    "It’s fine but schools suck so unless you can afford private school it’s not the best idea Also some areas are safer and nicer than others "
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  • Grace T.
    "Farmers markets, there are always artsy things going on during the year and people sometimes play music on their lawns in the summer "
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  • Sean F.
    "Artwalk in May and "Pies and Concerts" in July and August are great events. Farmers Market in Edgewood Park (West Rock St & Whalley Ave) has 10-12 vendors is great from spring till September. "
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  • Michelle P.
    "I work down the street from where I live, so I walk to work everyday. I am so close that sometimes I come home for lunch, or to grab something I need. There are wide, level sidewalks. "
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  • Michelle P.
    "We have had block parties for over 20 years. There is a 300 plus person 4th of July party with fireworks. Huge Halloween night! Usually 250-300 kids. "
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  • John W.
    "I’ve lived here for 7 years and it’s nice and quiet in this neighborhood. Grocery stores not to far away and people are very friendly "
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  • Jane E.
    "it's an artist community with many art studios and shops. very community based and decent restaurants that are all within walking distance. annual art shows as well and community events year round."
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  • Sean F.
    "Playgrounds at the elementary schools are available to the public after school lets out, Manjare's Bistro (West Rock Ave) is a great place to take kids for breakfast or lunch. Trick-or-treating is so great in the neighborhood that the neighborhood is a bit of a victim of it's own success, that people make it a destination neighborhood for Halloween. "
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  • Lovinsr
    "Wonderful neighbors, deer, fox, but close to highway and downtown. Yale bowl right nearby. Restaurants. "
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  • Amy M.
    "close to West Haven where I work. easy to get to post rd and downtown New Haven by bus or car. buses. "
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  • Edward.kamens
    "The magnet school here has a good reputation. It is very diverse. Taxes lower here than in other parts of the city "
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  • Edward k.
    "Dog friendly and safe. Owners good about keeping dogs leashed. Open spaces nearby for those who want to let dogs run—-in Maltby Lakes área. "
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  • Manuela A.
    "magnet school right in the neighborhood and a great diversity of people from all around the world. Edgewood park is great for kids as it has many parl amenities including a skate park. "
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  • Tiana W.
    "It’s pretty and the neighbors are nice. People mow each other’s lawns, and shovels for them in the winter."
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  • Selwynclarke
    "Great Neighborhood very convenient quiet and safe not a lot of kids College town great community mix lots of park"
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  • Edward k.
    "The neighborhood school is a good one, and it’s diverse. This is the neighborhood to which parents bring their kids from all over town for Trick or Treat on Halloween Night. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Neighborhood is very quiet and it’s a safe place to live . Pet friendly and great restaurants and parks . Hardly ever see police presence. "
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  • Christina r.
    "There are lots of dogs in the area and lots of sidewalks means easy to go for walks. Large park with nature trails nearby, friendly neighbors."
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  • Michael p.
    "Terrific mix of family residential, near to parks and the Westville Viage shopping and restaurant district. Excellent nearby school. "
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  • Michelle D.
    "The nicest neighborhood in Connecticut - walkable, bikeable, close to city center, good transit service, great open spaces and parks within close proximity, highly-educated, close knit, tons of activities year-round, very safe and clean, beautiful architecture, all homes eligible for historic homes tax credits."
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Frequently asked questions about 281 West Elm Street

  • What is 281 West Elm Street estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 281 West Elm Street in New Haven, CT is $611,700.
  • What is the price history for 281 West Elm Street?
    281 West Elm Street in New Haven, CT last sold for $465,000 in February 2024.
  • Is New Haven a buyer's or seller's market?
    New Haven is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in New Haven?
    The median sale price in New Haven is $345K. That is down $583 from the prior month.
  • Does 281 West Elm Street have air conditioning?
    Yes, 281 West Elm Street in New Haven, CT has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 281 West Elm Street?
    The lot at 281 West Elm Street in New Haven, CT is about 0.27 acres (11,761 sq ft).

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