Off market aug 2018 for $190K

$390,772

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $1,329/mo

•

1,350

sq ft

256 Lighthouse Rd, New Haven, CT 06512

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!MORRIS COVE! LOVED AND UPDATED BY ITS CURRENT OWNERS, THIS MOVE-IN-CONDITION BEST BUY IS SPLENDID! APPEARING AS A CAPE (FUTURE BUILD-OUT OPPORTUNITY) THIS 3BDR RANCH IS WITHIN A BLOCK OF THE NEW HAVEN HARBOR AND ENTRANCE INTO LIGHTHOUSE PARK. THIS HOUSE SHOULD HIT ALL OF YOUR SEARCHES' CHECK MARKS WITH ITS: GRANITE COUNTERS, STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, HARDWOOD FLOORS, AMPLE CLOSET SPACE, FIREPLACE'D LIVING ROOM, OFF STREET PARKING AND DETACHED GARAGE/OUTBUILDING.... WALK / BIKE / JOG AROUND YOUR SAFE, SIDEWALK-LINED NEIGHBORHOOD -OR- ENJOY A SWIM IN YOUR BACKYARD WHILE CATCHING GREAT NORTHERN VIEWS OF THE CITY SKYLINE AND LONG WHARF IN THE DISTANCE. NEWER ELEMENTS OF HOME: KITCHEN, ROOF, AND SIDING. EASY COMMUTE TO YALE/DOWNTOWN NEW HAVEN. NO FLOOD INSURANCE REQUIRED. CALL TODAY TO ASK ABOUT ALL THE FREE GRANT MONEY CIRCULATING WITHIN THE LOCAL NEW HAVEN COMMUNITY!!!

Single-familyProperty Type

1951Year Built

5,662 sq ftLot Size

$289Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Joseph Fasone • William Raveis Real Estate

Bought with Valquiria Desales • Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Source:Smart MLS #170051950

Redfin Estimate

$390,772

$201K since sold in August 2018$5,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 10.1% higher than the average sale price ($355K) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
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SOLD SEP 4, 2026
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C
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SOLD JUL 24, 2026
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D
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$371,000
E
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Market trends in 06512, CT

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

103.0%

0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$385K

$167 MoM

Avg. days on market

40d

0 days MoM

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6 MoM

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Sale history for 256 Lighthouse Rd

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Aug 2, 2018

Sold

$195,000

$144/sq ft

Smart MLS #170051950

Aug 30, 2018

Sold

$190,000

$141/sq ft

Jul 1, 2018

Listing Removed

—

Jun 27, 2018

Relisted

—

Jun 4, 2018

Contingent

—

May 30, 2018

Relisted

—

May 16, 2018

Pending

—

Apr 28, 2018

Contingent

—

Apr 18, 2018

Price Changed

$199,900

$148/sq ft

Apr 13, 2018

Price Changed

$204,000

$151/sq ft

Feb 12, 2018

Listed

$209,900

$155/sq ft

Public Records

Aug 27, 1998

Sold

$82,500

$61/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$5,440 (−6.4%)

$62,720 + $83,510

$146,230

2022

$5,813 (+22.4%)

$62,720 + $83,510

$146,230

2021

$4,749

$40,740 + $67,480

$108,220

2020

$4,749 (+2.1%)

$40,740 + $67,480

$108,220

2019

$4,651

$40,740 + $67,480

$108,220

2018

$4,651 (+11.1%)

$40,740 + $67,480

$108,220

2017

$4,186 (−0.3%)

$40,740 + $67,480

$108,220

2016

$4,200

$39,900 + $61,180

$101,080

2014

$4,200 (+1.8%)

$39,900 + $61,180

$101,080

2011

$4,124

$39,900 + $61,180

$101,080

Tax history for 256 Lighthouse Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$5,440 (−6.4%)

$62,720 + $83,510

$146,230

2022

$5,813 (+22.4%)

$62,720 + $83,510

$146,230

2021

$4,749

$40,740 + $67,480

$108,220

2020

$4,749 (+2.1%)

$40,740 + $67,480

$108,220

2019

$4,651

$40,740 + $67,480

$108,220

2018

$4,651 (+11.1%)

$40,740 + $67,480

$108,220

2017

$4,186 (−0.3%)

$40,740 + $67,480

$108,220

2016

$4,200

$39,900 + $61,180

$101,080

2014

$4,200 (+1.8%)

$39,900 + $61,180

$101,080

2011

$4,124

$39,900 + $61,180

$101,080

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

5,663 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,050

Year built

1951

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Haven County

APN

1236386

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2023.

RS2

General Single-Family Districts

These districts exist for the protection of areas, most of them large in size, that have been and are being developed predominantly for single-family dwellings. Accordingly, the use of land and buildings within such areas is limited to single-family detached dwellings, and to such non-residential uses as generally support and harmonize with a low-density residential area. The non-residential uses permitted in RS-2 Districts, subject to adequate conditions and safeguards, are hereby found and declared to be the only appropriate such uses for such areas. It is hereby found and declared, further, that these regulations are necessary to the protection of these areas and that their protection is essential to the maintenance of a balanced community of sound residential areas of diverse types.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Agriculture
Religious facility
Hospital / medical center
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Post office
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Detached Garage, Off Street Parking
Garages Number: 1

Interior

Virtual Tour Information
Has Virtual Tour

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Location: IN BASEMENT
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
In-Law Apartment: No
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Window Unit
Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 3

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Laundry Room
Room Count: 6
Basement Description: Full With Hatchway, Partially Finished, Interior Access, Hatchway Access, Liveable Space, Storage
Has Attic
Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Crawl Space, Storage Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Features: Gutters, Lighting, Shed, Sidewalk

Lot Information
Lot Description: Cleared, City Views, Water View, Level Lot

Pool Information
Swimming Pool
Pool Description: Above Ground Pool

Building Information
Foundation Type: Block, Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: GREY

Property Information
Waterfront Description: Harbor, Water Community, View, Walk to Water
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1050
Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Asphalt

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $108,220

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank, Electric
Heat Type: Radiator
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Thermopane Windows

Location

School Information
High School: Per Board of Ed
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Nearby Amenities: Commuter Bus, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Walk to Bus Lines
Directions: TOWNSEND AVE TO LIGHTHOUSE, HOME NEAR TO ENTRY AT LIGHTHOUSE PARK
County: New Haven

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,050
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,663 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: —
County: New Haven County
APN: 1236386

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 1

Around this home

Schools

Nathan Hale School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi

6/10

Wilbur Cross High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.9mi

1/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

3/10 Flood Factor

Estimated 10-14% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

6/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

62% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

5/10 Air Factor

6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years

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New Haven, CT • 06512

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Estimated sale price

$372,000 – $450,000

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Home values near 256 Lighthouse Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
277 Lighthouse Rd, New Haven, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2464 Sq. Ft.	$539,625
265 Lighthouse Rd, New Haven, CT 7 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 5079 Sq. Ft.	$652,807

Address	Redfin Estimate
175 Lighthouse Rd, New Haven, CT 6 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4242 Sq. Ft.	—
269 Lighthouse Rd, New Haven, CT 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1354 Sq. Ft.	$360,326

Address	Redfin Estimate
257 Lighthouse Rd, New Haven, CT 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1260 Sq. Ft.	$353,281
273 Lighthouse Rd, New Haven, CT 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1020 Sq. Ft.	$285,168

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