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$490,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,472 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 9 days ago
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This classic ranch-style home offers the perfect blend of comfort, updates, and versatility, set on a private, level lot with a spacious yard ideal for outdoor living and entertaining. Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen designed for both functionality and style, along with 3 and 1/2 well appointed baths that add convenience for everyday living. The home's layout provides easy, single-level living, while the finished lower level expands your options with a generous 1,400 sq ft apartment, complete with separate shower and soaking tub. It currently generates $1,800 per month in rental income -perfect for supplemental income, in-law living, or guest space. Additional highlights include fully paid-off solar panels for energy efficiency and long-term savings. Located just minutes from beaches, schools, shopping, highways, the airport, train station, hospitals, universities, shore points, and parks, this property combines a peaceful setting with exceptional accessibility. A rare opportunity to own a move-in ready home with income potential in aa highly desirable location. (TENANTS IN PLACE TIL JULY 2, 2026)

Full Property Details for 801 Townsend Ave

General

  • Sold For: $490,000
  • Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: SMARTMLS
  • MLS ID: 24171477
  • Added to Site: 50 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 7
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Central Vacuum, Humidifier
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Gas Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Ceiling Fan, Full Bath, Hardwood Floor, Main
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Ceiling Fan, Hardwood Floor, Main
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, Main
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, Main

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Main
  • Family Room: Family Room - Wood Stove, Hardwood Floor, Main
  • Kitchen: Kitchen - Remodeled, Eating Space, Island, Hardwood Floor, Main
  • Dining Room: Dining Room - Hardwood Floor, Main
  • Laundry: Lower Level, Main Level
  • In-Law/Au Pair Suite: Yes

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Shed
  • Color: red

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 7
  • Parking: Attached Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway

Location

  • County: New Haven
  • Neighborhood: Lighthouse Point
  • Driving Directions: I-95 to Exit 50 right onto Townsend Ave 801 is on the left

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: Lighthouse Point

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
  • Water Heater: Natural Gas, 65 Gallon Tank, Domestic

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water: Public Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Construction Status: No/Resale
  • Exterior Const.: Shingle, Brick
  • Basement Desc.: Full, Partially Finished
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Attic: Yes
  • Square Feet: 3,472
  • Above Ground: 2,072 Sq. Ft.
  • Below Ground: 1,400 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1956

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.45
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: Paved
  • Zoning: RS2
  • Lot Description: Fence - Partial, Treed, Level Lot

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Active Solar

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Amount: $282,030
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Exclusions: TV BRACKET
  • Property ID: 1235190

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Schools serving 801 Townsend Ave

School District:New Haven School District
NameGradesDistance
Nathan Hale School, New Haven, CT
480 Townsend Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512
PK-80.7 mi
Wilbur Cross High School
181 Mitchell Drive, New Haven, CT 06511
9-123.3 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 801 Townsend Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/29/2026
Sold
$490,000
-1.98%
MLS
5/01/2026
Listed
$499,888
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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.

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801 Townsend Avenue, New Haven, CT 06512 (MLS# 24171477) is a Single Family property that was sold at $490,000 on May 29, 2026. This property was sold by Right Move Team from our Cheshire Office.Want to learn more about 801 Townsend Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single 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.