Experience "country" living in town. This 2-3-bed brick cape with in-law apartment sits on an unusually large plot, across from the playing field of the Overbrook preschool. Front yard contains a small FRUIT-TREE ORCHARD (7 small trees & irrigation), ornamental bushes & flower gardens. Fully fenced yard has vegetable gardens, small pond (sometimes with a visiting frog), and extensive flower gardens surrounding a large sugar maple shade tree & hammock. INSIDE is a perfect blend of vintage and new: Original 1940's charm: wood flooring, decorative bathroom tiling, recessed iron steam radiators. Main level features a remodeled kitchen, 1/2 bath, living room, working fireplace, a study/3rd bedroom, as well as a front foyer. Sunroom with new slider & picture windows feels like you are outdoors. UPSTAIRS: 2 generously sized beds with walk-in closets, full bath & attic access. BASEMENT level is 3/4 finished, housing the separate entrance IN-LAW (great for long-term tenant or Airbnb guests). NEW ENERGY EFFICIENT GAS FURNACE/hot water system. SOLAR panels cover half of the electric use. NEW ROOF! Large shed. Spacious detached garage could be a small workshop. This property is a beautiful, quiet, energy efficient get-away in the middle of town. New Haven green/downtown bus is 2 blocks away. Yale & train station - 10 min drive. Walk to restaurants, delis, pharmacies & salons, banks, post office, supermarket, town library, farmer's market & Town Hall. BEACHES are 2 miles! WON'T LAST!!!
Sold for $375,500
$375,500
61 Gerrish Avenue, East Haven, CT 06512
3beds
2,103sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.34 Acres Lot
$404,600 Zestimate®
$179/sqft
$3,442 Estimated rent
Home value
$404,600
$364,000 - $449,000
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Listed by:
JILL TAYLOR HOMES TEAM,
Jill M. Taylor 203-444-2443,
RE/MAX Right Choice 203-877-0618
Bought with:
Melanie Billie, RES.0816898
BHGRE Gaetano Marra Homes
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24050757
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Laundry
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Lower
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Quartz Counters, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Office
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Laminate Floor, Tile Floor
- Level: Lower
Sun room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Sliders, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Ductless, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan
- Windows: Thermopane Windows
- Basement: Full,Heated,Apartment,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Concrete
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,103
- Total interior livable area: 2,103 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,323
- Finished area below ground: 780
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Private, Asphalt
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Porch
- Exterior features: Fruit Trees, Rain Gutters, Garden, Underground Sprinkler
- Fencing: Wood,Full,Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Features: Level, Cleared
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1102619
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Windows
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Basketball Court, Near Public Transport, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: East Haven
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $179/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $188,650
- Annual tax amount: $6,308
- Date on market: 10/4/2024
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/17/2024 | Sold | $375,500-1.2%$179/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24050757 Report a problem | ||
| 10/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $380,000+105.4%$181/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24050757 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2014 | Sold | $185,000-5.1%$88/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #N346506 Report a problem | ||
| 11/25/2013 | Price change | $195,000-2.5%$93/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Right Choice Real Estate #N342208 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2013 | Price change | $199,900-9.1%$95/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Right Choice Real Estate #N342208 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2013 | Listed for sale | $219,900-15.3%$105/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX RIGHT CHOICE #N342208 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2007 | Sold | $259,500-3.5%$123/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2006 | Sold | $269,000+25.1%$128/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #N232835 Report a problem | ||
| 1/30/2004 | Sold | $215,000$102/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,308 | $188,650 |
| 2024 | $6,308 +7.2% | $188,650 |
| 2023 | $5,886 | $188,650 |
| 2022 | $5,886 +8.6% | $188,650 +19.2% |
| 2021 | $5,422 0% | $158,320 |
| 2020 | $5,422 +5.6% | $158,320 |
| 2019 | $5,133 -0.1% | $158,320 |
| 2018 | $5,137 +9.6% | $158,320 +6.5% |
| 2017 | $4,689 -4.8% | $148,610 -4.9% |
| 2015 | $4,928 +4.5% | $156,190 +6.1% |
| 2014 | $4,718 +5.7% | $147,210 +2.1% |
| 2013 | $4,463 | $144,190 |
| 2012 | $4,463 +11.2% | $144,190 -4.4% |
| 2011 | $4,012 -0.9% | $150,870 |
| 2010 | $4,049 +17.5% | $150,870 |
| 2009 | $3,447 | $150,870 |
| 2008 | $3,447 | $150,870 |
| 2007 | $3,447 +5.9% | $150,870 +74.9% |
| 2006 | $3,256 +42.9% | $86,250 +42.8% |
| 2005 | $2,279 +11.3% | $60,380 |
| 2003 | $2,047 +2% | $60,380 +11.2% |
| 2000 | $2,006 | $54,300 |
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Neighborhood: 06512
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Grove J. Tuttle SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Joseph Melillo Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10East Haven High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Overbrook
- Middle: Joseph Melillo
- 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.
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