487 Townsend Ave, New Haven, CT 06512
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OFF MARKET

$429,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,748 sqft

487 Townsend Ave, New Haven, CT 06512

East Shore
Est. Refi. Payment $3,057/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 17, 2023 for $340,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$430K
Since last month
Decreased$400 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$16K (+3.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$90K (+26.4%)
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 +131% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$430K
August 2026$430K
July 2026$430K
June 2026$437K
May 2026$438K
April 2026$435K
March 2026$421K
February 2026$414K
January 2026$411K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
52 Stuyvesant Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.10
Single-Family Home
$450,000
04/08/26
3
2
2,026
5 Pope Street, New Haven, CT
0.21
Single-Family Home
$459,000
10/06/25
3
2
1,703
145 Fort Hale Road, New Haven, CT
0.18
Single-Family Home
$475,000
04/14/26
3
1.5
1,504
405 Fort Hale Road, New Haven, CT
0.19
Single-Family Home
$453,900
07/15/26
3
1.5
1,255
20 Ira Street, New Haven, CT
0.25
Single-Family Home
$400,000
12/19/25
3
2
2,352
388 Concord Street, New Haven, CT
0.17
Single-Family Home
$400,000
05/15/26
2
1.5
1,164
320 Concord St, New Haven, CT
0.28
Single-Family Home
$350,000
12/01/25
3
2
1,052
26 Nelson Street, New Haven, CT
0.43
Single-Family Home
$358,750
08/20/26
3
2
1,380
520 FORT HALE Road, New Haven, CT
0.27
Single-Family Home
$325,000
09/26/25
3
1
1,288
114 Kneeland Road, New Haven, CT
0.40
Single-Family Home
$365,000
09/29/25
4
1.5
1,920

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
32 Girard Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512
0.05
$413,800
3
2
1,572
Off Market
23 Girard Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512
0.04
$385,000
3
1.5
1,837
For Sale
27 Girard Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512
0.05
$418,500
4
2
1,750
Off Market
41 Stuyvesant Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512
0.06
$356,600
2
1
1,248
Off Market
26 Ley Street, New Haven, CT 06512
0.08
$357,700
3
2
1,826
Off Market
52 Stuyvesant Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512
0.10
$450,000
3
2
2,026
Recently Sold
65 Stuyvesant Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512
0.12
$365,800
2
2
1,560
Off Market
37 Ley Street, New Haven, CT 06512
0.12
$498,200
4
2
1,820
Off Market
88 Hyde Street, East Haven, CT 06512
0.14
$517,000
4
3
2,408
Off Market
74 Hyde Street, Hamden, CT 06517
0.14
$408,100
3
2.5
1,421
Off Market
287 Fort Hale Road, New Haven, CT 06512
0.14
$485,500
4
1.5
2,009
Off Market
59 Pope Street, New Haven, CT 06512
0.11
$314,900
2
1
864
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1928
1,748 sqft
$246/sqft
Garage

About this House

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!
487 Townsend Ave, New Haven, CT 06512 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,748 sqft single-family home in East Shore, built in 1928. It last sold for $340,000 on May 17, 2023. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $429,900, with a rent estimate of $3,652/month.

Home Details for 487 Townsend Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Recreation Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, OilHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Appliances & Utilities
Washer

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1928
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7405 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 17, 2023
Source: Smart MLS #170551215
Sold
$340,000
Mar 24, 2023
Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #170551215
Pending
$299,000
Mar 8, 2023
Source: Smart MLS #170551215
Listed For Sale
$299,000
Jun 23, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$195,000
May 22, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$195,000
Price decreased by 7%

Market trends in New Haven

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$345K
$23.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.2%
0.9%MoM
Price per sq ft
$242
$6MoM
Available listings
144
9MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

East Shore
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What Locals Say about East Shore

At least 51 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 80 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 77 % Say there's wildlife

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

  • 71 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 64 % Say kids play outside

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there are community events

  • 31 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 29 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Trulia User
    "This is a beautiful and safe neighborhood. Lots of schools in the surrounding area. Conveniently located near Downtown NH without being in the city"
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  • Trulia User
    "Every Halloween ,Townsend Ave shuts down to accommodate hundreds of trick or treaters and a parade. "
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s quiet and the kind people are very good neighbors. Unfortunately there are some very negative folks active in the online community groups who somehow find an issue with everything. "
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  • Michelle W.
    "Most dog owners are very friendly. There is a dog park by Fort Nathan Hale as well as a new pier and boardwalk. "
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  • Youngdarlena
    "We've lived here for five years and love it. Neighbors are very friendly and we look out for each other."
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  • Heather R.
    "Vibrant, diverse, caring community. Close to downtown, parks and the beach! Easy access to the highest. Fantastic neighborhood for walking, we walk our dogs daily! Everyone is friendly and welcoming. We absolutely love living here!"
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  • Thetweedring
    "Hope you're a fan of aviation. The Morris Cove neighborhood abuts up to the city's airport. Currently, there are plans to extend the main runway, so if watching jet aircraft come and go aren't your thing, well, maybe you should look elsewhere."
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  • Michelle W.
    "The yearly Halloween parade. Plus you can see the West Haven fireworks from the sea wall. It is a great place for kids. "
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  • Rebecca M. S.
    "Beautiful and steps from the water-- always a great breeze in the summer. Friendly neighbors and family/ kid friendly!"
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  • Rebecca M. S.
    "Right by the water, great sense of community not found in many neighborhoods these days. Many locally sponsored events around holidays"
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  • Skip0007
    "this entire area is steps away from the water, many beautiful parks are within a short walking distance. a beautiful area to walk around,very very safe streets and parks"
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Frequently asked questions about 487 Townsend Ave

  • What is 487 Townsend Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 487 Townsend Ave in New Haven, CT is $429,900.
  • What is the price history for 487 Townsend Ave?
    487 Townsend Ave in New Haven, CT last sold for $340,000 in May 2023.
  • 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 up $23.83K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 487 Townsend Ave?
    The lot at 487 Townsend Ave in New Haven, CT is about 0.17 acres (7,405 sq ft).
  • Does 487 Townsend Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 487 Townsend Ave in New Haven, CT has a garage.

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