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Sold for $1,230,000
  • $1,230,000

    137 Ocean Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516

    3beds
    1,995sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1983
    5,662 Square Feet Lot
    $1,319,500 Zestimate®
    $617/sqft
    $3,554 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,319,500

    $1.20M - $1.45M

    $3,554/mo

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    What's special

    "Magical" best describes this Magnificent Waterfront Home located on Oyster River Bay on Long Island Sound... Welcome to the West shore of beautiful West Haven CT. Soak in the awe-inspiring ever-changing views of the beach and long island sound. Go for a walk on the sandy beach in search of sea glass or go kayaking, sailboarding, fishing or just enjoy the view. Built in 2013 this Westshore home was built to last using the finest building materials and built energy efficient for easy care. The Main home exterior has Hardy Board Siding, and a Navien heating and a tankless water System and programable thermostats. Step into the home and you are greeted with a spectacular wide angel unobstructed view of Long Island Sound and all its glory. The open concept living has 9 ft ceilings a spacious Living Room with Gas fired Fireplace and a separate Dining Area off the kitchen with a huge granite topped Island with custom built-in cabinets and drawers below for extra storage. The Chef's Kitchen has a granite countertop, a new stainless-steel Fisher & Paykel 8 burner Gas Stove, a pot filler, a new built in SS GE Advantium wall oven/microwave, and a SS DCS double dishwasher. Just off the Living room is a raised deck for intimate dining that leads to the lower stone patio which is the full width of the house offering loads of room for exterior entertaining. Finishing the Main Level there is a custom-built Hutch with wine rack, a powder room with a granite topped vanity and Laundry with New Full-Size Washer and Dryer and built in cabinets. Moving upstairs you will find two very spacious bedrooms, a full guest bath with granite top, a sizeable hall closet and the Primary Suite. Entering the Primary bedroom, one is greeted with panoramic endless views of Long Island sound and Oyster River Bay overlooking Woodmont by the Sea. The Primary bath has a granite double sink vanity, oversized shower and a whirlpool bath overlooking the water... Heading outside to the 2-car garage we walk through the very private rear yard with its beautiful exotic plantings and into the garage. The entire garage was recently redone - with new exterior cedar shakes, new roof, new gutters, new overhead door, new interior and exterior people doors, new windows, and skylights. Head up the stairs to the 676 sq. ft. Artist loft above, which was gutted and renovated as well. The Artist Loft is a perfect retreat for Artist, Writer, Private retreat or with permits and adding a bath a perfect guest suite! Plenty of off-street parking and very commutable - just mins to the Metro North/Amtrack train station- I-95 and I-91 and Merritt/Wilber Cross parkways. FYI...Flood Insurance is transferrable and only $2,173 yr. Furnishings are for sale.

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    Listed by:

    Sarah Harrower 203-668-4339,

    Sarah Harrower Realty 203-668-4339

    Bought with:

    Lynn C. Toper, RES.0807181

    CR Premier Properties

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24039929MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Stall Shower, Whirlpool Tub, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Bedroom
    • Level: Upper
    Bathroom
    • Level: Upper
    Bathroom
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Features: High Ceilings, Granite Counters, Dining Area, Kitchen Island
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Features: High Ceilings, Balcony/Deck, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area, Gas Log Fireplace
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Tankless Water Heater
    • Laundry: Main Level
    Features
    • Wired for Data, Open Floorplan
    • Windows: Storm Window(s), Thermopane Windows
    • Basement: None
    • Attic: Pull Down Stairs
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Insert
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,995
    • Total interior livable area: 1,995 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,995

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Detached, Paved, Garage Door Opener
    • Garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck, Patio
    • Exterior features: Stone Wall
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Water
    • Waterfront features: Waterfront, Beach, Water Community
    Lot
    • Size: 5,662 Square Feet
    • Features: Level, In Flood Zone
    Details
    • Parcel number: 1417617
    • Zoning: R2

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Shake Siding, Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1983

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    Green energy
    • Green verification: ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
    • Energy efficient items: Thermostat, Windows

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Golf, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s)
    • Security: Security System
    • Subdivision: West Shore
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: West Haven

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $617/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $402,990
    • Annual tax amount: $18,884
    • Date on market: 8/16/2024

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    12/16/2024Sold$1,230,000-1.6%$617/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24039929 Report a problem
    12/6/2024Pending sale$1,250,000$627/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24039929 Report a problem
    10/6/2024Price change$1,250,000-5.7%$627/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24039929 Report a problem
    8/19/2024Listed for sale$1,325,000+55%$664/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #24039929 Report a problem
    6/1/2021Sold$855,000+0.6%$429/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170385041 Report a problem
    4/6/2021Contingent$850,000$426/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170385041 Report a problem
    4/2/2021Listed for sale$850,000+44.1%$426/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #170385041 Report a problem
    5/1/2007Sold$590,000+126.9%$296/sqft
    Source: Smart MLS #98316807 Report a problem
    3/19/1998Sold$260,000$130/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$21,391 +13.3%$650,790 +61.5%
    2024$18,884 +3.9%$402,990
    2023$18,175 +1.8%$402,990
    2022$17,848 $402,990
    2021$17,848 -7.4%$402,990 +1.7%
    2020$19,266 +3.3%$396,340
    2019$18,651 +1.4%$396,340
    2018$18,386 +2.8%$396,340
    2017$17,891 +1.1%$396,340
    2016$17,692 -0.8%$396,340 -11.3%
    2015$17,827 +14.1%$447,020 +14.1%
    2014$15,622 -4.5%$391,720 -4.5%
    2013$16,359 $410,200
    2012$16,359 -5.4%$410,200 -5.4%
    2011$17,288 +5%$433,510 -5.5%
    2010$16,465 $458,500
    2009$16,465 +6.1%$458,500
    2008$15,520 -0.3%$458,500
    2007$15,571 +52.3%$458,500 +126.4%
    2005$10,225 +16.8%$202,510 +2.3%
    2003$8,758 +7.7%$197,960
    2001$8,132 $197,960
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 06516

    Nearby schools

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Middle: Bailey,Carrigan
    • High: West Haven

    Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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