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Property Description
Classic Colonial charm meets strong income potential in the heart of the sought-after East Rock neighborhood. Built in 1904, this well-maintained four-unit property includes three apartments in the main house plus a separate single-family carriage house, offering flexible rental income or owner-occupant options. The main home features beautiful hardwood floors, ornate architectural details, crown molding, and classic fireplace mantles. Large windows bring in abundant natural light, while the spacious living areas create an open and inviting feel. Updated kitchens offer modern cabinets, countertops, and appliances. Residents enjoy second and third floor balconies, on-site laundry, basement storage, and separate utilities. Recent updates include kitchens, electrical panels, hot water heaters, roof, and exterior paint. The property offers five off-street parking spaces and sits on a 0.17-acre lot. Ideally located near East Rock Park, local markets, restaurants, and neighborhood shops, with easy access to public transit and the Yale shuttle. Just minutes to downtown New Haven, parks, and recreation. A rare opportunity in a prime location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 540 Whitney Ave
General
- Sold For: $1,115,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24158178
- Added to Site: 64 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 16
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Common Laundry Area
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony
- Color: Yellow
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street Parking
Location
- County: New Haven
- Neighborhood: East Rock
- Driving Directions: GPS Friendly
School Information
- Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
- Middle School: Per Board of Ed
- Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Per Board of Ed
Community
- Community Name: East Rock
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Natural Gas
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Natural Gas, Upright Tank
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Units on different Floors
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Shingle
- Basement Desc.: Full, Storage, Concrete Floor, Full With Hatchway
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Square Feet: 4,134
- Above Ground: 4,134 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1904
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Square Feet: 1264
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 1
Unit 2
- Square Feet: 1228
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 2
Unit 3
- Square Feet: 1124
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 2
Unit 4
- Square Feet: 911
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 3
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.17
- Zoning: RH1
- Lot Description: Level Lot
Financial Considerations
- Annual Sewer Fee: $660
- Assessment Amount: $476,210
- Sewer Assmt: 2025 annual cost
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1247305
Listed by Citi Atlas Real Estate Co LLC, Timothy Serpe
Sold by Seabury Hill REALTORS, John Hill
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Schools
Schools serving 540 Whitney Ave
School District:New Haven School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Worthington Hooker School 180 Canner Street, New Haven, CT 06511 | K-6 | 0.2 mi |
Wilbur Cross High School 181 Mitchell Drive, New Haven, CT 06511 | 9-12 | 0.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 540 Whitney Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/12/2026
Sold
$1,115,000
11.61%
MLS
3/20/2026
Listed
$999,000
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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.
540 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT 06511 (MLS# 24158178) is a Multi-Family property that was sold at $1,115,000 on May 12, 2026. Want to learn more about 540 Whitney Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in New Haven? You can browse all New Haven real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

