154 First Avenue - West Haven, CT

$400,000

Beds

2.00

Baths

1,702

SqFt

0.19

Acres

Pricing Insight: Originally listed for $400,000, the price has remained unchanged for approximately 34 days. This property has been on the market for approximately 34 days. MLS reports 15 Days on Market (DOM) before it went under contract.

154 First Avenue, West Haven, CT is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,702 square foot home built in 1916 , featuring colonial architecture.

This home is within the West Haven school district. Local, with nearby schools including Per Board of Ed.

MLS #: 24169430

Offered Price: $400,000

Residence Type: Single Family

Architectural Style: Colonial

Living Area: 1,702 Sq. Ft.

Lot Size: 0.19 Acres

Neighborhood: N/A

County: New Haven

Year Built: 1916

Design & Construction: Frame

Heating: Radiator

Cooling: Ceiling Fans,Split System,Whole House Fan

Garage Spaces: 1

Price per Sq Ft as listed: $235

Estimated Tax: $8,008

Days on Market: 15

$275,000

3 Beds · 2 Baths · 1,366 Sq Ft

37 Jones Street, West Haven

$389,900

3 Beds · 2 Baths · 1,240 Sq Ft

50 Jones Street, West Haven

Home Automation: Not specified

Energy Features: Not specified

Solar Contract: Not specified

Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Fuel Type: Radiator

Fuel Tank Location: Not specified

Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Split System, Whole House Fan

Hot Water System: Electric, 40 Gallon Tank

Air Radon Mitigation: Not specified

Water Radon Mitigation: Not specified

Price per square foot: $235 / Sq. Ft.

Tax assessed value: $231,910

Estimated Tax: $8,008

Architectural Style: Colonial

Design & Construction: Frame

Residence Type: Single Family

Year Constructed: 1916

Living Area: 1,702 Sq. Ft.

Lot Size: 0.19 Acres

Fuel: Natural Gas

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Active Listings: 74

Average Price: $238,366

Average DOM: 15 days

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Welcome to 154 1st Ave, a beautifully maintained colonial offering space, comfort, and coastal convenience. This move-in ready home features large, airy rooms with refinished original hardwood floors (2022), fresh paint throughout, a spacious living room with fireplace, and a formal dining area ideal for entertaining. The updated kitchen features quartz countertops, ample workspace, and great functionality. A flexible main-level layout includes a den or possible bedroom with a full bath, while the upper level offers two generous bedrooms, a full bath, and a bonus office or nursery space off the primary suite. Soaring 9+ foot ceilings and abundant natural light enhance the open feel throughout, while water views from several rooms add to the home's special charm. Recent mechanical updates include split mini duct units installed in 2021 and a water heater replaced in 2022. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard, two driveways, and a detached garage currently set up as a home gym-offering versatile space for fitness, storage, hobbies, or parking. Additional storage can be found in the stand-up attic. Conveniently located near beaches, dining, and local amenities, this well-cared-for home offers the perfect blend of character, functionality, and nothing to do but move right in.

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Water Proximity Detected: This property exhibits indicators suggesting nearby or referenced water features

Location Analysis:

Water features noted

Water Proximity:

Near water body

Topography:

Standard terrain • 0.2 acres

Water Indicators Found:

Water-related features referenced in listing details

Recommendations:

Professional flood assessment advised
Based on identified water-related indicators, flood insurance may warrant consideration
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Risk Level: Moderate

Property near water bodies. Consider flood insurance.

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Amenity Access Summary

Dining & Café Access: Low to Moderate
Daily Services: Limited
Recreational Space: Limited Nearby

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Homes For Sale

$238,366

Average List Price

Mechanicals & Utilities: Radiator • Natural Gas • Ceiling Fans,Split System,Whole House Fan • Public Water Connected water

Exterior Features

Exterior Construction: Shingle

Roof Type: Other

Foundation: Stone

Garage: Detached Garage (1 car)

Utilities: Water: Public Water Connected

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