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Property Description
Located on a tree-lined street in Westville, this charming and updated 1890's Colonial is filled with original woodwork including custom wood inlaid floors, detailed millwork, and even a dining room with a fireplace. Current owner renovations include: 30 year roof with plywood sheathing (2009), gutters (2009), steam boiler heating system with service contract (2008), gas hot water tank (2025), 28 double-paned replacement windows with transferrable warranty (2017), exterior and interior repainted, removal of clawfoot tub and replacement with glass-sided walk-in shower, and updated combination half bath/laundry room. Covered porches in front and back allow protected entry in rain and snow. The original front door provides a charming entry to the large foyer with staircase along left and living room to the right. The living room has a large bay window, custom inlaid hardwood floor, and 9' ceilings. It opens to the dining room with 9' ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace. The kitchen has stainless steel appliances. double sink, butcher block and tile counters and backsplash, and a combination laundry room/half bath. Three spacious bedrooms with 9' ceilings and hardwood floors plus renovated full bathroom upstairs. Walk-up attic with finished room with closet, and unfinished storage area. Unfinished basement with newer mechanicals and interior as well as bulkhead access. Patio, terraced back yard, and three car detached garage complete this spacious, historic home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 197 Willard St
General
- Sold For: $485,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24093319
- Added to Site: 296 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Rooms/Areas: Foyer
- Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Bay/Bow Window, 9 ft+ Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Balcony/Deck, Built-Ins, Double-Sink, Half Bath, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Formal Dining Room: Formal Dining Room - 9 ft+ Ceilings, Fireplace, Main
- Laundry: Main Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Porch, Gutters, Covered Deck, Stone Wall, Patio
- Color: Green
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Location
- County: New Haven
- Neighborhood: Westville
- Driving Directions: Fountain to Forest to Willard or Mckinley to Willard
School Information
- Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Per Board of Ed
Community
- Community Name: Westville
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit
- Heating Type: Radiator, Steam, Natural Gas
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas, 40 Gallon Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Shingle, Wood
- Basement Desc.: Full, Unfinished, Storage, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Full With Hatchway
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 1,482
- Above Ground: 1,482 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1890
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Private, Other
- Zoning: RM1
- Lot Description: Level Lot
Green Features
- Energy Features: Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $217,280
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1260229
Listed by William Raveis Real Estate, Gail Robinson
Sold by The Heritage Group, LLC, Sarah Kolman
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Schools
Schools serving 197 Willard St
School District:New Haven School District
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 197 Willard St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/30/2025
Sold
$485,000
12.82%
MLS
5/15/2025
Listed
$429,900
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
197 Willard Street, New Haven, CT 06515 (MLS# 24093319) is a Single Family property that was sold at $485,000 on July 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 197 Willard Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Westville? You can browse all Westville real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

