856 Townsend Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512
OFF MARKET

856 Townsend Avenue
New Haven, CT 06512

East Shore
  • 5 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 3,198 sqft (on 0.31 acres)

$607,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,201/mo*
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$607,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,201/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
4 Baths
3,198 sqft
(on 0.31 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Description

Morris Cove, renovated colonial style home with three levels, offering 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, 2 half baths. Original woodwork maintained throughout, refinished hardwood floors throughout, butler's pantry, built-ins, 2 sunrooms, gas fireplace. Beautiful kitchen with stainless steel appliances, soft close cabinets, new dishwasher 2024, new bay window and Anderson French doors leading to large Trex deck with gas line for grilling, overlooking rear yard. Full basement offers plenty of storage space, New Hot water heater, Man's cave with 1/2 bathroom. 2 Gar garage attached with EV charger, Mature landscaping, Private Road/driveway on back side of property offering of street parking for 6 cars for traffic free access. This home offers water views, one mile to local beach, minutes to pickle ball, minutes to fishing pier.
856 Townsend Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 3,198 sqft single-family home in East Shore, built in 1928. It last sold for $560,000 on Dec 13, 2024 (12% below the $639,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2011 with an asking price of $2,300 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 31, 2011. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $607,100, with a rent estimate of $4,847/month.

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 856 Townsend Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 16Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Office, Sun Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 3198 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Electric Range, Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Lower LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Storm Window(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFoundation: BlockNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Attached,Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Paved
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 3198 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1928
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1236637

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $639,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Nov 06 2024Possession Timing: Negotiable

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: New HavenCommunity: Morris Cove
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: 3198 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Basketball Court, Park, Playground, Near Public Transport
Other
Playground

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.31 acres

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Windows

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 24050626Attic: Crawl Space, Walk-upAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 3198

Additional Information

Basketball CourtParkPlaygroundNear Public Transport
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Michelle G. Mateo, (203) 494-9861
Kaerus Property Group, LLC, (203) 889-0999
Bought with: Robert Davis, (203) 988-4314, ASJ Realty Partners, (203) 517-0537
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24050626

Price History for 856 Townsend Avenue

DatePriceEventSource
12/13/2024$560,000Sold
Smart MLS #24050626
11/06/2024$639,900PendingSmart MLS #24050626
10/13/2024$639,900Listed For SaleSmart MLS #24050626
09/09/2016$245,000Sold
Smart MLS #W10097272
06/28/2016$279,900PendingAgent Provided
05/10/2016$279,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/27/2016$299,900PendingToActiveAgent Provided
04/07/2016$299,900PendingAgent Provided
03/20/2016$299,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
02/29/2016$309,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/31/2015$319,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/21/2015$339,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/09/2015$349,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/20/2014$359,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/31/2011$2,300ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/02/2011$369,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
12/02/2011$2,300Listed For RentAgent Provided
08/23/2011$369,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/20/2011$389,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/20/2002$299,900Sold
Smart MLS #N188111

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$9,901
Assessment$251,300
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 856 Townsend Avenue

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
801 Townsend Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.10
Single-Family Home
$490,000
05/29/26
4
3.5
3,472
444 Woodward Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.14
Single-Family Home
$445,000
03/10/26
4
2.5
1,846
253 Kneeland Road, New Haven, CT
0.07
Single-Family Home
$420,000
05/18/26
3
2
2,358
197 Kneeland Road, New Haven, CT
0.17
Single-Family Home
$363,000
05/19/26
4
2
2,200
30 Upson Terrace, New Haven, CT
0.07
Single-Family Home
$372,000
02/12/26
4
1
2,100
120 Stuyvesant Avenue, New Haven, CT
0.68
Single-Family Home
$490,000
06/17/26
4
2.5
2,984
114 Kneeland Road, New Haven, CT
0.34
Single-Family Home
$365,000
09/29/25
4
1.5
1,920
745 Townsend Avenue Lot 11, East Haven, CT
0.21
Single-Family Home
$1,331,330
12/30/25
3
2.5
2,834
205 Elaine Terrace, New Haven, CT
0.35
Single-Family Home
$390,000
07/31/25
3
2
1,167
105 Sound View Terrace, New Haven, CT
0.13
Single-Family Home
$380,000
05/15/26
2
1.5
1,410

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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

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. "
    2
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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."
    12
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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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