Enjoy coastal living in this beautifully maintained Cape-style home located in the highly desirable West Shore community, just a short walk from the beach. Offering 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, this inviting home combines timeless charm with thoughtful modern updates. Relax on the covered Trex front porch while enjoying peaceful water views and ocean breezes. Inside, the bright and welcoming living room features hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, and a classic wood-burning fireplace. The updated kitchen is designed for both everyday living and entertaining, featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, gas cooking, and refreshed cabinetry. Adjacent to the kitchen, the dining area overlooks the private fenced backyard and opens directly to a spacious patio perfect for outdoor gatherings. Two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath complete the main level. Upstairs, you'll find a versatile third bedroom, half bath, and additional flex space ideal for a home office, studio, or guest area. The partially finished lower level offers extra room for a home gym, recreation space, or playroom. Recent improvements include a newer driveway, cedar privacy fencing with solar lighting, French drains, sump pump, updated hot water heater, AC compressor, and a roof with a transferable 50-year warranty. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the relaxed shoreline lifestyle with convenient access to beaches, dining, shopping, and commuting routes. **Highest and best by 5/22 5:30pm **Highest and best by 5/22 5:30pm
Sold for $487,000
$487,000
21 Aimes Drive, West Haven, CT 06516
3beds
2,080sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$487,500 Zestimate®
$234/sqft
$3,137 Estimated rent
Home value
$487,500
$444,000 - $536,000
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Classic wood-burning fireplaceOcean breezesCovered trex front porchPeaceful water viewsAbundant natural lightVersatile third bedroomNewer driveway
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Listed by:
Kimberly Winnick (203)668-2431,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 203-227-1246
Bought with:
Marissa Tartaglia, RES.0822996
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24169058
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Patio/Terrace, Laminate Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Quartz Counters
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Rec play room
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Smart Thermostat
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Attic: Storage
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,080
- Total interior livable area: 2,080 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,248
- Finished area below ground: 832
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Beach Access
Lot
- Size: 9,147 Square Feet
- Features: Dry, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1417233
- Zoning: R2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
- Subdivision: West Shore
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Haven
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $234/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $252,840
- Annual tax amount: $8,311
- Date on market: 5/15/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/30/2026 | Sold | $487,000+22.1%$234/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Pending sale | $399,000$192/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24169058 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $399,000-13.1%$192/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24169058 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2025 | Listing removed | $459,000$221/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24084661 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $459,000+91.3%$221/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24084661 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2018 | Sold | $239,900$115/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170045994 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2018 | Listed for sale | $239,900+33.3%$115/sqft |
Source: YellowBrick Real Estate LLC #170045994 Report a problem | ||
| 5/17/2012 | Sold | $180,000-2.7%$87/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #N323606 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2012 | Pending sale | $184,900$89/sqft |
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| 3/11/2012 | Listed for sale | $184,900$89/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,311 +23.2% | $252,840 +75.6% |
| 2024 | $6,747 +3.9% | $143,990 |
| 2023 | $6,494 +1.8% | $143,990 |
| 2022 | $6,377 | $143,990 |
| 2021 | $6,377 -0.7% | $143,990 +9% |
| 2020 | $6,421 +5.2% | $132,090 +1.8% |
| 2019 | $6,104 +1.4% | $129,710 |
| 2018 | $6,017 +2.8% | $129,710 |
| 2017 | $5,855 +1.1% | $129,710 |
| 2016 | $5,790 +4.4% | $129,710 -6.7% |
| 2015 | $5,544 | $139,020 |
| 2014 | $5,544 | $139,020 |
| 2013 | $5,544 | $139,020 |
| 2012 | $5,544 | $139,020 |
| 2011 | $5,544 -3% | $139,020 -12.7% |
| 2010 | $5,716 | $159,180 |
| 2009 | $5,716 +6.1% | $159,180 |
| 2008 | $5,388 -0.3% | $159,180 |
| 2007 | $5,406 +21.9% | $159,180 +81.2% |
| 2005 | $4,436 +14.2% | $87,850 |
| 2003 | $3,886 +7.7% | $87,850 |
| 2001 | $3,609 | $87,850 |
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Neighborhood: 06516
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Seth G. Haley SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Harry M. Bailey Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10West Haven High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Seth G. Haley
- 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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