Welcome to this beautifully renovated 4-bedroom, 2 full bath Colonial, perfectly situated on a charming level lot in a quiet, highly desirable neighborhood. Every detail of this home has been thoughtfully designed and finished to perfection. Step inside to find a spacious layout featuring fresh vinyl plank flooring throughout, stunning cabinetry with granite countertops, brand-new stainless steel appliances, and modern, stylish fixtures. Both bathrooms boast clean, contemporary finishes, including a beautifully tiled shower. Upstairs, the primary bedroom is truly massive, offering ample space and comfort, accompanied by three additional sizable bedrooms. Fresh paint throughout creates a bright and inviting atmosphere, making the home completely move-in ready. Energy-efficient baseboard heating and an on-demand tankless hot water heater provide modern comfort and convenience. This home blends timeless Colonial charm with tasteful, modern upgrades-designed to impress and ready for its brand-new owner.
Sold for $367,000
$367,000
81 Melrose Drive, New Haven, CT 06513
4beds
1,500sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$373,000 Zestimate®
$245/sqft
$3,415 Estimated rent
Home value
$373,000
$332,000 - $418,000
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Clean contemporary finishesEnergy-efficient baseboard heatingCharming level lotModern stylish fixturesBeautifully tiled showerFresh vinyl plank flooringBrand-new stainless steel appliances
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Listed by:
Joseph A. Tracey (203)676-9953,
William Raveis Real Estate 203-433-4387
Bought with:
Sharon Perugini, RES.0816231
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24131185
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Electric, Propane
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Tankless Water Heater
Features
- Basement: None
- Attic: None
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,500
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Paved, Driveway, Private
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1241152
- Zoning: RS2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New Haven
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $245/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $122,640
- Annual tax amount: $4,832
- Date on market: 10/3/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/30/2026 | Sold | $367,000+2%$245/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24131185 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2025 | Pending sale | $359,900$240/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24131185 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2025 | Price change | $359,900-2.7%$240/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24131185 Report a problem | ||
| 10/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $369,900+68.1%$247/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24131185 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2025 | Sold | $220,000$147/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24098810 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2025 | Pending sale | $220,000$147/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $220,000+157.3%$147/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24098810 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/1994 | Sold | $85,500$57/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,832 +2.3% | $122,640 |
| 2024 | $4,722 +3.5% | $122,640 |
| 2023 | $4,562 -1.5% | $122,640 +5.2% |
| 2022 | $4,633 +21.2% | $116,550 +33.7% |
| 2021 | $3,824 | $87,150 |
| 2020 | $3,824 +2.1% | $87,150 |
| 2019 | $3,746 | $87,150 |
| 2018 | $3,746 +11.1% | $87,150 |
| 2017 | $3,371 -5.4% | $87,150 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $3,563 | $85,750 |
| 2015 | $3,563 | $85,750 |
| 2014 | $3,563 +1.8% | $85,750 |
| 2013 | $3,499 +4.9% | $85,750 |
| 2012 | $3,334 -42.5% | $85,750 -35% |
| 2011 | $5,796 | $132,020 |
| 2010 | $5,796 +4% | $132,020 |
| 2009 | $5,573 +50% | $132,020 +50% |
| 2007 | $3,715 +38.8% | $88,004 +14.9% |
| 2000 | $2,677 | $76,600 |
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Neighborhood: Quinnipiac
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