For sale

$489,900

Est. $3,276/mo

•

1,855

sq ft

653 Winchester Ave, New Haven, CT 06511

About this home

Beautifully restored historic Colonial offering the perfect blend of timeless character and thoughtful modern updates. Originally taken down to the studs and completely renovated by a respected local nonprofit, this home has since been beautifully redesigned and further upgraded by the current owners with exceptional attention to detail. The tastefully updated interior features an upgraded kitchen, four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, two half bathrooms and a fully finished walk up attic. Pride of ownership is evident throughout, from the recently painted exterior to the meticulously maintained living spaces. Outside, the property offers established gardens, greenhouse structures, and inviting outdoor spaces for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying the surroundings. Ideally located within walking distance of Science Park, the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail, and the exciting new retail and commercial developments transforming the Winchester Avenue corridor, this home combines historic charm, modern comfort, and outstanding convenience in one of New Haven's most dynamic neighborhoods.

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

5,662 sq ftLot Size

$264Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Jacob Miller • Huntsman,Meade & Partners Comp

Contact: Office Attribution Contact: (203) 777-2009

Source:Smart MLS #24189784

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$3,276 per month

Principal and interest$2,510

Property taxes

$607

HOA dues

Home insurance

$159

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Lincoln-Bassett School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi

2/10

Wexler/Grant Community School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.7mi

7/10

James Hillhouse High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi

1/10

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About Winchester Repeating Arms Historic

District

Winchester Repeating Arms Historic District, located between Dixwell Avenue and the Mill River, is a historic and industrial New Haven neighborhood with brick factory architecture and pocket parks. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the former Winchester complex along Winchester Avenue, where converted mill buildings, studios, and small workshops set a purposeful, maker-forward tone. The Winchester Lofts and the Winchester Repeating Arms Company Historic District anchor the streetscape with sawtooth roofs, tall windows, and long brick facades. Nearby, the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail threads a green corridor for walking and biking. Edgerton Park adds lawns and gardens that soften the hard-edged industrial grid. Cafes and galleries along nearby State Street extend the day-to-night rhythm without breaking the district’s working-history feel.

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653 Winchester Ave · $489,900

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$491K and above

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Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Interior features
9 total rooms
1 fireplace
Full unfinished basement
Heated, finished, walk-up attic

Bedrooms
4 bedrooms

Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
2 half bathrooms

Kitchen
Oven/Range
Microwave
Range hood
Refrigerator
Dishwasher

Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer

Heating & cooling
Window unit cooling
Natural gas hot water
Other heat type

Sale and tax history for 653 Winchester Ave

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,783 (−6.4%)

$33,180 + $149,170

$182,350

2022

$7,248 (+41.0%)

$33,180 + $149,170

$182,350

2021

$5,142

$26,530 + $90,650

$117,180

2020

$5,142 (+2.1%)

$26,530 + $90,650

$117,180

2019

$5,036

$26,530 + $90,650

$117,180

2018

$5,036 (+11.1%)

$26,530 + $90,650

$117,180

2017

$4,533 (+8.8%)

$26,530 + $90,650

$117,180

2016

$4,168 (+0.3%)

$11,760 + $88,550

$100,310

2014

$4,156 (+1.8%)

$11,480 + $88,550

$100,030

2011

$4,081

$11,480 + $88,550

$100,030

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

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Lot depth

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Lot size

5,663 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Finished Sq. Ft.

1,855

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

1,855

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New Haven County

APN

1249475

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

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Garage

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Features

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Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2023.

RM2

High-Middle Density District

These districts exist for the protection of areas that have been and are being developed predominantly for high-middle density dwellings of various types. Accordingly, the use of land and buildings within these areas is limited in general to dwellings at a density of about 22 dwelling units per acre, and to such non-residential uses as generally support and harmonize with a middle density area. The non-residential uses permitted in RM-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. All RM-2 Districts are subject to the general provisions for residence districts set forth in Article IV as well as to all other provisions of this ordinance.

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Include but are not limited to:

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk 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 99° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years

6/10 Wind Factor

53% 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 • 06511

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Sun exposure

82/ 100

Very good sunlight

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