653 Forest Rd, West Haven, CT 06516
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653 Forest Rd
West Haven, CT 06516

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,346 sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.

$3,200/mo

Fees may apply

$3,200/mo

Fees may apply
Price may not include required fees and charges.
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,346 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Beautifully updated and upgraded 3 bed, 1.5 bath Cape on the West Haven/ Westville border. Gorgeous kitchen, fully renovated with stone countertops, new shaker cabinets and stainless appliances. Central Air!! Bright and spacious living area, with an attached sunroom and a separate screened front porch. Newly remodeled half bath conveniently located on the first floor as well. 2nd floor has 3 large bedrooms, all with closet space and a newly remodeled full bath. You'll want to spend your nights and weekends outside on the new back patio... perfect for summer bbq, outdoor dining or growing some plants and veggies. Along with some great outdoor space, you'll have access to a full 2-car garage. Right around the corner from Hopkins School, minutes to Yale New Haven Hospital and Yale University, or UNH. Easy access to Westville and Westville Village, highways, restaurants, coffee shops, etc. Propane heat, hotwater and cooking. Available now with excellent credit and 1.5 months security. Please ask about pets.
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Costs and Fees

Required monthly rent & fees (based on 12-month lease)
  • Base rent
    $3,200/mo
Required one-time fees
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Pricing is subject to change. All calculations are estimates and provided for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may include additional mandatory or optional fees. Please consult the community manager for a complete breakdown of all rental costs.
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Home Highlights

Pets Allowed
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Parking
4 Parking Spaces
Outdoor
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A/C
Heating & Cooling
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Listed
2 days ago

Details for 653 Forest Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Propane, SteamAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Propane
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Days on Market

Days on Market: 2 days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1929
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 12 Months,Month To Month

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Driveway Private Covered

Agent Information

Listing Agent
MLS/Source ID: 24192423

Price History for 653 Forest Rd

DatePriceEventSource
07/17/2026$3,200Listed For RentSmart MLS #24192423
12/23/2024$188,000Sold
Smart MLS #24003203
10/01/2014$129,900Sold
Smart MLS #N346732
07/01/2014$129,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/25/2014$129,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/20/2014$139,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/15/2014$149,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
08/31/2012$140,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/06/2012$140,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/31/2011$129,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/19/2011$129,000PendingAgent Provided
10/05/2011$129,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/13/2011$147,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/03/2011$159,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/17/2011$195,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/21/2010$199,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/03/2004$162,000Sold
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02/29/2000$99,900Sold
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03/15/1991$106,000Sold
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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about West Haven

At least 532 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

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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  • Kimngoc9512
    "Everyone is civilized, polite, and sociable."
  • Mike012697
    "Not enough trees in the area, it feels old and businesses are older. Dogs want more parks, only area is west haven beach for a nice area"
  • Cmgore
    "Close to everything, groceries, restaurants, train station, police, fire and the Yale New Haven Health system."
  • Trulia User
    "I love west haven. It’s a place I can call home and feel safe. Please come visit and try our pizza and seafood "
  • Carlos30
    "My neighborhood has summer festivals and other activities. And also my neighborhood is very clean. You can walk at any time because it is safety. "
  • Carlos30
    "You see people walking the dogs all the time, and the dogs are very friendly. Everybody clean after their dogs."
  • Jremy97
    "Great place to live and have a family. Local restaurants, bars, beaches, grocery stores and more . "
  • Randybruno
    "Annual Festivals on the West Haven Town Green: The Apple Festival, Italian American Parade, Veterans Day Festivities, summer carnival at the Savin Park Beach Area, weekly local artist/bands music at the West Haven Pier with Dancing, weekly Farmers Market on the West Haven Town Green, and much more."
  • Jremy97
    "Festivals and parades happen in this community every year. Great for kids and families to enjoy. A great place to live. Highly recommend the area"
  • Alegf110
    "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"
  • Angelica Rucker
    "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."
  • Marble Concepts
    "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"
  • bianca s.
    "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 ."
  • Carmen Morales
    "Everyone is very friendly. I have never had any issues at all. Me and my family are very comfortable "
  • Julia
    "West haven is just fine. It’s not great or perfect. It’s convenient and it’s safe. In many ways it’s like purgatory. It’s just fine. "
  • Trulia User
    "Great quiet communities. The school system is good, we do have one big high school. The farmers market every Thursday. Some days you still see deer in the area."
  • 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. "
  • 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 "
  • Latesha N.
    "It’s a calm setting and the neighborhood for the most part is clean. Dog owners will Definitely need to clean up after their dogs."
  • 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 "
  • Dawsonlacey9
    "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"
  • 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."
  • Jay L.
    "West shore in west haven is a beautiful great place for the kids ! Beaches are clean and you can’t get houses closer to the water for the price ! Families really take pride in there homes and people look out for each other ! "
  • Ricardo V.
    "There are lots of green areas and parks are sprinkled through out the city. There’s also a strong family presence in the area, as most of my neighbors have small children. Servers youth sports rec leagues are also available."
  • Daniel F.
    "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 ! "
  • Daniel F.
    "Best neighborhood! Never want to move !!! Friendly neighbors, clean , kid friendly environment! Loved it as a kid and love living here with my children!"
  • Amy R.
    "West Haven is a very quiet and friendly neighborhood! It is a good neighborhood to raise a family. "
  • M.oberempt
    "The beachfront and local history of Savin Rock are a few of my favorite aspects of the area. Some great dining options, especially the pizza. "
  • Anna F.
    "lots of other dog owners in the area. lots of kids walk home from school so dogs should always be leashed or on a run. "
  • Jillian_giaquinto
    "there is a dog park right around the corner from us. we are a 5 minute walk to beach and the board walk is great. "
  • Kimberly S.
    "Great quiet neighborhood, neighbors are friendly short walk to the bus line close to shopping and freeway access"
  • Kimberly S.
    "It’s quiet, safe. A lot of homeowners grew up here. Close to mall, highway, grocery stores. It’s home. It’s comfortable."
  • Kimberly S.
    "Commute to downtown is 10min and is very close to public transportation, and shopping. Was raised in this neighborhood, very quiet"
  • Scorpionqueen9000
    "Walking to the beach is a great place for the dogs and their owners and a safe community for all who visit "
  • Michele L.
    "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"
  • Jasminenicolereed
    "I have my own transportation. It’s literally 15mins away from my job, and only minutes away from shopping centers and reliable services."
  • Sharissa A.
    "It’s a very quite neighborhood. Just like any other city west haven does have it’s parts where it could be loud. Also has it shares of crime but where I live I haven’t ran into any bad experiences. My neighborhood is very kid friendly and very quite. No disappointments over here "
  • Dale N.
    "Lots of kids around, the parks are nice places to visit and so is the green. Watch out people do speed on the streets, but walking is reasonable to a variety of needs."

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LGBTQ • Source of Income
Seabury-Hill Realtors
Jared Verrillo
Phone Number: 475-262-8679
653 Forest Rd, West Haven, CT is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,346 sqft single-family home built in 1929. 653 Forest Rd was listed for rent for $3,200/month on Jul 17, 2026.