Chance of a lifetime on the Quinnipiac River. Historic 1810 Oyster House. Caringly restored in 1988 and further updated in 2000. The property features a 30 foot fixed pier with aluminum ramp to a floating dock AND 4 pile moorings out 200 feet in navigable channel (ATTENTION BOAT OWNERS!). Enjoy water living with fabulous sunsets, cool breezes, and shore birds from your own back deck and patio. Located in the Fairhaven Historic District, this home features 4 working fireplaces, updated mechanicals, wide plank hardwood floors, custom built storm windows, and many historic features. The main level features a combination living room and dining room with French doors leading to the deck. An updated kitchen and a bedroom or den. The upper floor features a master bedroom suite with walk in closet, full bath with steam shower. The family room, on the lower level, has radiant heat porcelain floors, full bath with laundry, and French doors leading to a lovely brick patio and partially fenced yard. Off street parking can accommodate 2-3 cars.
Sold
$440,000
490 Quinnipiac Avenue, New Haven, CT 06513
2beds
1,755sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1810
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$494,400 Zestimate®
$251/sqft
$2,406 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 09, 2024 at 08:17pm
Listed by:
Cheryl Szczarba,
Seabury Hill REALTORS
Bought with:
Tiffany M. French, RES.0806090
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170557669

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 239.94 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.3 x 25.8
Bedroom
- Features: Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 128.34 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.3 x 13.8
Primary bathroom
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Ceiling Fan(s), Double-Sink, Fireplace, Remodeled, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 282.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 25.7
Bathroom
- Features: Full Bath, Laundry Hookup, Remodeled, Stall Shower
- Level: Lower
- Area: 82.11 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6.9 x 11.9
Family room
- Features: French Doors, Full Bath, Remodeled
- Level: Lower
- Area: 508.53 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.11 x 23
Kitchen
- Features: Fireplace, Granite Counters, Remodeled, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 139.52 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 13.8
Living room
- Features: Balcony/Deck, Combination Liv/Din Rm, Fireplace, French Doors, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 276.21 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 25.11
Heating
- Baseboard, Radiant, Zoned, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Heated,Liveable Space
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,755
- Total interior livable area: 1,755 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,755
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved, Off Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Fencing: Partial,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, River Front, Dock or Mooring
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Features: Historic District, In Flood Zone
Details
- Parcel number: 1238885
- Zoning: RM1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Wood
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1810
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Near Public Transport
Location
- Region: New Haven
- Subdivision: Fair Haven
Services availability

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