591 Townsend Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512
OFF MARKET

591 Townsend Avenue
New Haven, CT 06512

East Shore
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,333 sqft (on 0.42 acres)

$426,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,969/mo*
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$426,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,969/mo*
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4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,333 sqft
(on 0.42 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Description

Morris Cove !!Looking for a spacious Cape with a full in law apartment. You have found your home!! classic cape with nice sized rooms features Hardwood floors throughout, Living room with Fire place leads to light and bright sunroom. first floor Bedroom and 2 additional huge bedrooms upstairs. Basement Features Full in law apartment with separate rear entrance, Kitchen, Bedroom, Living room and additional storage. Rear yard has above ground pool with expansive decking surrounding pool. one of the garages has been converted to a finished room that can easily be converted back to garage space if wanted. close to light house beach ,highways and parks.* Subject to probate court approval* don't miss this one.
591 Townsend Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,333 sqft single-family home in East Shore, built in 1945. It last sold for $410,000 on May 12, 2025 (3% above the $399,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $426,600, with a rent estimate of $3,721/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 591 Townsend Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Heated,Sump Pump,Apartment,Partially Finished,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Sun Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2333 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Water HeaterLaundry: Lower LevelRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Hot Water,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Thermopane Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFoundation: Concrete PerimeterHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Attached,Paved,Driveway
Pool
Pool: Above GroundPool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1938 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 395 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1945
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cape Cod
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1235317

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $399,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Feb 21 2025Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: New HavenCommunity: Morris Cove
School Information
Elementary School: Nathan HaleHigh School: Per Board of Ed

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2333 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Basketball Court, Near Public Transport, Park, Playground, Tennis Court(s)
Other
Playground

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.42 acres

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Windows

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 24074130Attic: Access Via HatchAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1938

Additional Information

Basketball CourtNear Public TransportParkPlaygroundTennis Court(s)
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Anthony Annunziato, (203) 641-7325
Coldwell Banker Realty, (203) 239-2553
Bought with: Peter Lucchese, (860) 399-4701, Sound Harbor Realty LLC, (860) 399-4701
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24074130

Price History for 591 Townsend Avenue

DatePriceEventSource
05/12/2025$410,000Sold
Smart MLS #24074130
02/26/2025$399,900PendingSmart MLS #24074130
02/14/2025$399,900Listed For SaleSmart MLS #24074130

Market trends in New Haven

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$301K
$25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.9%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$225
$11MoM
Available listings
148
4MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$9,126
Assessment$231,630
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 591 Townsend Avenue

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
114 Kneeland Road, New Haven, CT
0.22
Single-Family Home
$365,000
09/29/25
4
1.5
1,920
120 Stuyvesant Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.26
Single-Family Home
$490,000
06/17/26
4
2.5
2,984
52 Stuyvesant Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.16
Single-Family Home
$450,000
04/08/26
3
2
2,026
140 Townsend Terrace, New Haven, CT
0.27
Single-Family Home
$392,500
12/09/25
3
1.5
1,422
197 Kneeland Road, New Haven, CT
0.35
Single-Family Home
$363,000
05/19/26
4
2
2,200
145 Fort Hale Road, New Haven, CT
0.10
Single-Family Home
$475,000
04/14/26
3
1.5
1,504
444 Woodward Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.57
Single-Family Home
$445,000
03/10/26
4
2.5
1,846
801 Townsend Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.40
Single-Family Home
$490,000
05/29/26
4
3.5
3,472
20 Ira Street, New Haven, CT
0.44
Single-Family Home
$400,000
12/19/25
3
2
2,352
253 Kneeland Road, New Haven, CT
0.44
Single-Family Home
$420,000
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3
2
2,358

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Neighborhood Overview

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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. "
    5
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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!"
    4
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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"
    3
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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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