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Property Description
Dreaming of the beach front lifestyle? Make this incredible beach home yours just in time for summer. With the feel of a single family home plus income potential on the first floor - this home is a truly unique offering! The main residence showcases panoramic water views from every room, a slider from the main level opens to a private deck, backyard, and gazebo, providing the is a perfect setting for morning coffee, afternoon barbeques or the incredible evening sunsets. Inside, the open kitchen, living and dining space flows perfectly together with a gas fireplace, and a wall of windows to appreciate the view. With a updated kitchen, granite countertops, island with seating, newer cabinetry, and premium stainless steel appliances including a Viking gas range. There is a main level bedroom and full bathroom with walk in shower. The second floor is a truly fabulous primary bedroom suite with sweeping views, en-suite bath with double sinks and rain shower plus an adjacent laundry area for true convenience! On the first level, a separate two bedroom apartment, accessible through a charming enclosed front porch, adds valuable income potential or private space for guests. It features its own open floor plan, full bath, and cozy gas fireplace for winter ambiance. Additional highlights include central air, gas heating, and a generously sized driveway accommodating several vehicles with ease. Thoughtfully updated throughout and ready for its next chapter - move right in and enjoy!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 56 Townsend Ave
General
- Sold For: $900,000
- Taxes: (July 2024-June 2025)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24095317
- Added to Site: 284 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Washer/Dryer All Units
Parking
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking: None, Driveway
Location
- County: New Haven
- Neighborhood: Lighthouse Point
- Driving Directions: Townsend Ave, just before the corner of Morris Cove Road. House is set back from the street
School Information
- Elementary School: Nathan Hale
- High School: Wilbur Cross
Community
- Community Name: Lighthouse Point
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Hot Air, Electric, Natural Gas
- Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas
- Water Heater: Other
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Units on different Floors
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: Partial
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Square Feet: 2,037
- Above Ground: 2,037 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1910
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Square Feet: 948
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 2
Unit 2
- Square Feet: 1089
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Bedrooms: 2
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.23
- Driveway/Sidewalk: Private
- Zoning: RS2
- Lot Description: Level Lot, Water View
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: L. I. Sound Frontage, Beach, View, Access
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $464,590
- Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1236022
Listed by Real Broker CT, LLC, Jennifer D'Amato
Sold by American First Realty LLC, Bruno Ciccone
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Schools
Schools serving 56 Townsend Ave
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 56 Townsend Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/10/2025
Sold
$900,000
5.89%
MLS
5/16/2025
Listed
$849,900
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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.
56 Townsend Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512 (MLS# 24095317) is a Multi-Family property that was sold at $900,000 on June 10, 2025. Want to learn more about 56 Townsend 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.

