Welcome to 79 Lyon Street, a charming two-family home nestled in New Haven's desirable Wooster Square neighborhood, just minutes from downtown! Offering a wonderful blend of historic character, generous living space, and investment potential, this property presents an excellent opportunity for both owner-occupants and investors alike. Each unit features three bedrooms, spacious living areas, and unique architectural details that reflect the home's timeless charm. From the beautiful hardwood floors and decorative fireplace to the classic woodwork and inviting layout, there's plenty of character throughout. The property also features a finished attic offering additional flexible space, along with a rare four-car garage providing exceptional parking, storage options and additional revenue. Conveniently located near downtown New Haven, Yale, local restaurants, shops, parks, and major commuter routes. Whether you're looking to live in one unit while generating rental income from the other or expand your investment portfolio, 79 Lyon Street offers versatility, location, and plenty of potential. Bring your vision and discover all this property has to offer. Property is being sold As-Is.
For sale
$775,000
79 Lyon Street, New Haven, CT 06511
6beds
2,334sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1844
-- sqft lot
$756,800 Zestimate®
$332/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic woodworkUnique architectural detailsDecorative fireplaceBeautiful hardwood floorsGenerous living spaceInviting layoutHistoric character
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Nadia Martinez (203)887-5107,
Ki Property Group 203-745-5682
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24218986
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Full,Storage Space,Concrete
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,334
- Total interior livable area: 2,334 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,334
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Paved, Off Street, Driveway, Private
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Sidewalk, Rain Gutters, Garden
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1246013
- Zoning: RM2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Units on different Floors
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block, Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1844
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Library, Park
- Subdivision: Wooster Square
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Haven
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $332/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $342,580
- Annual tax amount: $13,690
- Date on market: 11/9/2026
Estimated market value
$756,800
$719,000 - $795,000
$1,895/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $775,000+1236.2%$332/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 3/29/1995 | Sold | $58,000-69.4%$25/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/1994 | Sold | $189,273-12%$81/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/28/1989 | Sold | $215,000$92/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,498 +2.3% | $342,580 |
| 2024 | $13,189 +3.5% | $342,580 |
| 2023 | $12,744 -6.4% | $342,580 |
| 2022 | $13,618 +62.6% | $342,580 +79.5% |
| 2021 | $8,373 | $190,820 |
| 2020 | $8,373 +2.1% | $190,820 |
| 2019 | $8,201 | $190,820 |
| 2018 | $8,201 +11.1% | $190,820 |
| 2017 | $7,381 -2.4% | $190,820 +4.9% |
| 2016 | $7,559 | $181,930 |
| 2015 | $7,559 | $181,930 |
| 2014 | $7,559 +1.8% | $181,930 |
| 2013 | $7,423 +4.9% | $181,930 |
| 2012 | $7,073 -21.4% | $181,930 -11.3% |
| 2011 | $9,004 | $205,100 |
| 2010 | $9,004 +4% | $205,100 |
| 2009 | $8,657 +65.8% | $205,100 +65.8% |
| 2007 | $5,220 +12.6% | $123,676 +19.7% |
| 2006 | $4,634 +13.5% | $103,320 |
| 2004 | $4,084 +2.6% | $103,320 |
| 2003 | $3,981 +26.5% | $103,320 +14.8% |
| 2000 | $3,146 | $90,000 |
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