Welcome to 12 Smith Street - where coastal living meets privacy and space! Offered at $899,900, this exceptional 3,510 square foot, 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with Private In-Law Suite is set on a rare, park-like .48-acre lot just steps from the Long Island Sound - more than double the size of most lots this close to the water. Enjoy true privacy surrounded by [mature trees / fencing] with room to garden, entertain, play, or add your dream pool. Inside, the home offers bright, generous living spaces, four large bedrooms, and the ultimate in flexibility with a private in-law suite featuring a separate entrance - perfect for multi-generational living, guests, or income potential. This location is unbeatable: Steps to Long Island Sound & East Haven Beaches Under 1.5 miles to Tweed New Haven Airport (HVN) Minutes to Yale University, Yale New Haven Hospital, and all major medical centers Quick access to I-95, I-91, and downtown New Haven With 3,510 sq ft, .48 private acres, an in-law suite, and a beach lifestyle - plus so many extras throughout - A MUST SEE!
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$899,900
12 Smith Street, East Haven, CT 06512
4beds
3,510sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1990
0.48 Acres Lot
$875,900 Zestimate®
$256/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 30 days
- 544
- 22
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joanne Fowler (203)623-0900,
Bishop, Edward & Roberts, LLC 203-467-0796,
Robert Bishop 203-996-1020,
Bishop, Edward & Roberts, LLC
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24201361
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Baseboard, Gas In Street
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Microwave, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- In-Law Floorplan
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,510
- Total interior livable area: 3,510 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,510
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Access
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
- Features: Level, In Flood Zone
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1101239
- Zoning: R-3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1990
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: East Haven
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $256/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $481,810
- Annual tax amount: $16,112
- Date on market: 8/25/2026
Estimated market value
$875,900
$832,000 - $920,000
$3,957/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $899,900+36.4%$256/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 1/26/2018 | Listing removed | $3,200$1/sqft |
Source: Bishop, Edward & Roberts, LLC #170030575 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2017 | Price change | $3,200+42.2%$1/sqft |
Source: Bishop, Edward & Roberts, LLC #170030575 Report a problem | ||
| 9/24/2017 | Listed for rent | $2,250$1/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2014 | Listing removed | $659,900$188/sqft |
Source: Bishop, Edward & Roberts, LLC #N339026 Report a problem | ||
| 4/2/2014 | Price change | $659,900-5.7%$188/sqft |
Source: Bishop, Edward & Roberts, LLC #N339026 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2013 | Price change | $699,900-3.4%$199/sqft |
Source: Bishop, Edward & Roberts, LLC #N339026 Report a problem | ||
| 7/3/2013 | Listed for sale | $724,900+26.7%$207/sqft |
Source: Bishop, Edward & Roberts, LLC #N339026 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2007 | Sold | $572,000$163/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,112 | $481,810 |
| 2024 | $16,112 +7.2% | $481,810 |
| 2023 | $15,032 | $481,810 |
| 2022 | $15,032 -6.5% | $481,810 +2.7% |
| 2021 | $16,076 +0% | $469,360 |
| 2020 | $16,076 +5.6% | $469,360 |
| 2019 | $15,217 -5.8% | $469,360 -5.8% |
| 2018 | $16,162 +2.9% | $498,060 +0% |
| 2017 | $15,712 -0.4% | $497,990 -0.4% |
| 2015 | $15,776 -1.6% | $500,040 |
| 2014 | $16,026 +5.6% | $500,040 +2% |
| 2013 | $15,173 | $490,240 |
| 2012 | $15,173 +27.5% | $490,240 +9.5% |
| 2011 | $11,899 -0.9% | $447,510 |
| 2010 | $12,011 +17.5% | $447,510 |
| 2009 | $10,226 | $447,510 |
| 2008 | $10,226 | $447,510 |
| 2007 | $10,226 +33.4% | $447,510 +120.4% |
| 2006 | $7,666 +42.9% | $203,060 +42.9% |
| 2005 | $5,366 +11.4% | $142,140 |
| 2003 | $4,819 +0.6% | $142,140 +9.6% |
| 2000 | $4,792 | $129,700 |
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Neighborhood: 06512
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: East Haven
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.






