SOLDFEB 23, 2024
71 Autumn St
New Haven, CT 06511
Prospect Hill
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,328 sqft
- 4 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 3,328 sqft
$790,000
Last Sold: Feb 23, 2024
7% over list $740K
$237/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,690/mo*
$790,000
Last Sold: Feb 23, 2024
7% over list $740K
$237/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $5,690/mo*
4 Beds
3 Baths
3,328 sqft
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Description
This property is no longer available to rent or to buy. This description is from February 27, 2024
A Prospect Hill classic on a leafy side-street steps from Yale or Shakespeare in the Park, the 1915 Donald Prentice House was likely designed by Brown & Von Beren. Prentice taught mechanical engineering at Yale & literally wrote the book on home heating systems. His striking Colonial Revival home was built for the ages: 18" stone foundations, heavy beams, and a heating system (w/new furnace ca. 2010) that keeps the house snug. This lovingly preserved and generously proportioned 4-5 bedroom home has changed hands just a few times, most recently in 1979 (the wonderful writer & writing teacher Caroline Roberts Rosenstone lived here almost 45 years). A lovely entrance hall opens to a grand living room made for entertaining. Light pours in from three sides, including from an enlarged sunroom that leads to both a formal dining room and a 2021 deck with views of the private back garden & cityscape beyond. The charming St. Charles eat-in kitchen (with ca. 2016 reverse-osmosis drinking water filter) offers space for contemporary renovation if desired. A mud-room and renovated half-bath complete the 1st floor. 2nd floor features 4 generous bedrooms (1 with small private balcony facing the garden), laundry room and full bath. 3rd floor has a study/5th bedroom, 2nd full bath, and unfinished attic with room to expand. Full-height partly-finished basement offers further possibilities. Whole house protected by back-up generator. The Donald Prentice House is listed in the State Register of Historic Places. Tax credits and matching grants may be available for historically appropriate renovations: see www.nhpt.org/historic-structures-fund for details. See also package of historical information in the Attachments - including descriptions of 71 Autumn from the 1979 Prospect Hill National Historic District application, and from the 2008 survey for the proposed St. Ronan/Edgehill Historic District (new sub-district not yet approved), as well as information on the writings of two of the home's illustrious author owners: Prentice and Rosenstone (whose humor-writing clients included Joan Rivers). The house features plenty of space as is - including unusually large closets for a home this age - but also substantial room to expand. 2nd floor has a bonus sink - possibilities abound for a primary BR suite with en-suite bath. 3rd floor has been used as an in-law apartment for live-ins/rentals, with its own full bath & a mini-kitchenette (there appears to have once been a back staircase to 3rd floor - separate entrance *may* be possible). Both attic & basement are full height & could be fully finished. As this is an estate sale, Property Condition Disclosure report is not available. Seller is aware that fireplace has not been used in some years and should be cleaned & safety-inspected before use; Seller makes no warranty on usability. A whole-house electrical inspection confirmed that Rosenstone had electrical outlets throughout the house fully re-wired and properly grounded - see attachment. A few remaining electrical issues were repaired 11/14 at seller expense, should all be in good working order for inspection. Some historic wiring may remain in the original antique ceiling fixtures. Electrician has confirmed that historic wiring is grandfathered when connected solely to ceiling lights. Sale is subject to probate approval.
Home Highlights
Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$237/sqft
Listed
62 days ago
Home Details for 71 Autumn St
Interior Features |
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Interior Details Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Concrete,Liveable SpaceNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Living Room, Sun Room, Kitchen, Bathroom, Study, Dining Room, Master Bedroom |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3328 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater, HumidifierDishwasherDryerLaundry: Upper Level,Mud RoomRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air,Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Storm Window(s)Door: Storm Door(s) |
View Has a ViewView: City |
Exterior Features |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFencing: Full, PrivacyExterior: Awning(s), Balcony, Garden, Rain Gutters, SidewalkFoundation: Brick/Mortar, StoneGardenNo Private Pool |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: On Street |
Frontage Waterfront: Walk to WaterNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 2828 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 500 Square Feet |
Property Information |
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Year Built Year Built: 1920 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial,Other |
Building Construction Materials: Clapboard, BrickNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty |
Property Information Parcel Number: 1247232 |
Price & Status |
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Price List Price: $739,500Price Per Sqft: $237/sqft |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Subj. To Probate |
Active Status |
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MLS Status: Closed |
Location |
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Direction & Address City: New HavenCommunity: Edgehill/St. Ronan |
School Information Elementary School: Worthington HookerHigh School: Wilbur Cross |
Building |
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Building Area Building Area: 3328 Square Feet |
Community |
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Community Features: Health Club, Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Near Public Transport, Tennis Court(s) |
HOA |
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No HOA |
Lot Information |
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Lot Area: 4356 sqft |
Energy |
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Energy Efficiency Features: Ridge Vents, Doors, Windows |
Miscellaneous |
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BasementMls Number: 170607120Attic: Walk-up, Partially Finished, Floored |
Additional Information |
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Health ClubLakeLibraryMedical FacilitiesParkNear Public TransportTennis Court(s) |
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listed by Rebecca Weiner
Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc
Bought with: Wojtek Borowski, Pearce Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#170607120
Price History for 71 Autumn St
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 02/23/2024 | $790,000 | Sold | Smart MLS #170607120 |
| 11/20/2023 | $739,500 | Pending | Smart MLS #170607120 |
| 11/12/2023 | $739,500 | Listed For Sale | Smart MLS #170607120 |
Property Taxes and Assessment
| Year | 2023 |
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| Tax | $16,335 |
| Assessment | $439,110 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 71 Autumn St
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $918,000 | 05/04/23 | 5 | 3 | 3,194 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $960,000 | 06/28/23 | 5 | 3 | 2,950 | |
0.33 | Single-Family Home | $970,000 | 07/17/23 | 6 | 3 | 3,022 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $712,500 | 08/04/23 | 7 | 4 | 4,524 | |
0.38 | Single-Family Home | $700,000 | 06/26/23 | 4 | 3 | 1,804 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $1,070,000 | 06/30/23 | 4 | 6 | 3,567 | |
0.58 | Single-Family Home | $860,000 | 06/02/23 | 3 | 3 | 2,746 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 71 Autumn St.
- Wilbur Cross High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 1547 Students
1/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageNot a good school if you have a child whom is disabled with little speech at my sons PPT they exited him out of speech and physical therapy and he is not in an inclusion class room with an aide with his other peers he is high functioning being labeled as interlecialy disabled and is in a class room with mostly non functioning disabled kids my son is entitled to these services and as a parent I am very disappointed and will be fighting for my sons rightsParent Review7y ago - Worthington Hooker School
- K-8
- Public
- 400 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageExcellence in the performance of the teachers and administrators affects the students' academic and behavioral performance. The involvement of parents also is a key factor in the well being of the school.Parent Review5y ago 
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- Prev. Resident
- 1y ago
"I lived across Whitney Ave on orange street growing up and me and my cousin would walk up to east rock and go shopping at the little grocery. We did our laundry at suds and went to church on Lawrence st. We would go to state st and check out the little shops. It was a nice place to live. Unfortunately the area got a bad name because of a few isolated incidents!"
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- 2y ago
"The schools are good and I like to see the parents walking their children to school- moms and dads. There’s great restaurants and markets too. "
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- 9y ago
"Best area in New Haven. Convenient and within walking distance to everything"
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71 Autumn St, New Haven, CT 06511 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 3,328 sqft single-family home built in 1920. 71 Autumn St is located in Prospect Hill, New Haven. This property is not currently available for sale. 71 Autumn St was last sold on Feb 23, 2024 for $790,000 (7% higher than the asking price of $739,500). The current Trulia Estimate for 71 Autumn St is $808,900.