Superb craftmanship, attention to detail and outstanding woodwork are found in this extraordinary Westville Arts and Crafts style home. From the moment you enter you'll be enveloped by beauty, char, and warmth. The front porch is a perfect place to greet friends and neighbors. A welcoming entry hall with a lovely turned staircase leads to a bookcase lined library with a window seat perfect for snuggling with a book. The large beamed ceiling living room has a fireplace and a wide opening to the dining room. Both the living and dining rooms has glass French doors leading to an incredible heated sunroom with walls of windows and wainscoting on the walls and ceiling. The updated well designed eat-in kitchen has excellent work and storage space, granite counters, SS appliances and a mudroom. A spacious second floor landing leads to 4 corner rooms. The primary bedroom offers a fireplace and a Jack and Jill half bath connecting to another bedroom. There are two more bedrooms on this level, both with built-ins. 2 additional rooms with built-in bookcases are on the third floor. They're ideal for study's or bedrooms. The outstanding location near Westville Village, Edgewood Park, restaurants and cafes, library, places of worship, Hopkins School and a seasonal weekly farm market. There is easy access to Yale, downtown New Haven and highways. this pristine home is a joy to behold. It's a must see!
Sold for $851,000
$851,000
508 Yale Avenue, New Haven, CT 06515
6beds
3,219sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
9,147 Square Feet Lot
$854,700 Zestimate®
$264/sqft
$4,840 Estimated rent
Home value
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$761,000 - $957,000
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Front porchOutstanding woodworkLovely turned staircaseBookcase lined libraryGlass french doorsSpacious second floor landingWindow seat
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Listed by:
Betsy Grauer (203)787-3434,
Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc 203-787-3434
Bought with:
Jack Thomas, RES.0815598
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Co-Buyer Agent: David Brewster
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24160835
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Fireplace, Half Bath
- Level: Upper
- Area: 224.18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.11 x 17.1
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 183.54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.11 x 14
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 161.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 13.2
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Third,Upper
- Area: 123.71 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.9 x 13.9
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Third,Upper
- Area: 167.24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.3 x 14.8
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Third,Upper
- Area: 139.86 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.1 x 12.6
Dining room
- Features: French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 170.3 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 13.1
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Granite Counters
- Level: Main
- Area: 209.3 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 16.1
Library
- Features: Bookcases
- Level: Main
- Area: 123.34 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 12.2
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Fireplace, French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 276.41 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.1 x 21.1
Sun room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 180.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.5 x 19
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Interior Entry
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,219
- Total interior livable area: 3,219 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,219
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Asphalt
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Sidewalk, Rain Gutters, Garden, Lighting
Lot
- Size: 9,147 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1259573
- Zoning: RS2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Stucco
- Foundation: Masonry, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Westville
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Haven
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $264/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $330,750
- Annual tax amount: $13,032
- Date on market: 3/21/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Sold | $851,000+13.5%$264/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24160835 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2026 | Pending sale | $749,500$233/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24160835 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,500+49.3%$233/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24160835 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2009 | Sold | $502,000+2.5%$156/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #N289053 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2009 | Listed for sale | $489,900+193.4%$152/sqft |
Source: iHOUSEWeb Solutions, Inc #N289053 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/1997 | Sold | $167,000$52/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,032 +2.3% | $330,750 |
| 2024 | $12,734 +3.5% | $330,750 |
| 2023 | $12,304 -6.4% | $330,750 |
| 2022 | $13,147 +14.6% | $330,750 +26.5% |
| 2021 | $11,469 | $261,380 |
| 2020 | $11,469 +2.1% | $261,380 |
| 2019 | $11,234 | $261,380 |
| 2018 | $11,234 +11.1% | $261,380 |
| 2017 | $10,110 -8.6% | $261,380 -1.8% |
| 2016 | $11,061 +1.6% | $266,210 +1.6% |
| 2015 | $10,884 | $261,940 |
| 2014 | $10,884 +1.8% | $261,940 |
| 2013 | $10,687 +4.9% | $261,940 |
| 2012 | $10,184 -25.1% | $261,940 -15.4% |
| 2011 | $13,595 | $309,680 |
| 2010 | $13,595 +4% | $309,680 |
| 2009 | $13,072 +44.3% | $309,680 +44.3% |
| 2007 | $9,060 +5.8% | $214,648 +12.4% |
| 2006 | $8,561 +13.5% | $190,890 |
| 2004 | $7,546 +2.6% | $190,890 |
| 2003 | $7,355 +41.1% | $190,890 +28% |
| 2000 | $5,211 | $149,100 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Westville
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