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Property Description
This one is you! Don't miss out on this HUD home with potential in the heart of Allingtown, West Haven. This legal 2-family offers a traditional layout with hardwood floors, dining rooms, and natural light throughout. The first-floor unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with front and rear porches-one enclosed for added charm. Upstairs, the second and third floors combine into over 1500 sf with a spacious 2-3 bedroom, 2-bath unit offering flexibility for today's lifestyle. Some personal touches and TLC will bring this classic corner lot home to life. Kitchens and baths are functional but ready for your updates. Separate utilities, dry basement for storage, and a two-car detached garage add value. Convenient to shopping, I-95, and services. FHA 203k financing is ideal here. A solid choice for those seeking space, potential, and ownership.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 126 Richards Pl
General
- Sold For: $420,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24152689
- Added to Site: 117 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 13
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Common Laundry Area
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Porch-Enclosed, Porch
- Color: Tan
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street Parking
Location
- County: New Haven
- Driving Directions: Elm St to 2nd Ave to Richards Pl
School Information
- Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Per Board of Ed
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Steam, Natural Gas, Solar
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas, Solar
- Water Heater: Natural Gas, 30 Gallon Tank, Tank Size Unknown
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.: Full, Unfinished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 3,098
- Above Ground: 3,098 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1930
Unit Information
Unit 1
- Square Feet: 900
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Bedrooms: 2
Unit 2
- Square Feet: 1500
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Bedrooms: 4
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.15
- Zoning: R3
- Lot Description: Level Lot
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $286,090
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 1427997
Listed by Planet Realty, LLC, Steven Rivkin
Sold by US Asset Realty, Fred Thompson
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Schools
Schools serving 126 Richards Pl
School District:West Haven School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Washington School, West Haven, CT 369 Washington Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516 | K-4 | 0.5 mi |
Harry M. Bailey Middle School 106 Morgan Lane, West Haven, CT 06516 | 7-8 | 2.4 mi |
West Haven High School One McDonough Plaza, West Haven, CT 06516 | 9-12 | 1.3 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 126 Richards Pl
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/21/2026
Sold
$420,000
3.7%
MLS
2/04/2026
Listed
$405,000
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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.
126 Richards Place, West Haven, CT 06516 (MLS# 24152689) is a Multi-Family property that was sold at $420,000 on May 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 126 Richards Place? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in West Haven? You can browse all West Haven real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

