Address

475 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT

Listing Type

Single Family

Price

$ 2,100,000

Property Attributes

MLS#24175040
TypeSingle Family
Listing Status Active
CountyNew Haven
CityNew Haven
NeighborhoodEast Rock
Zip06511
Style
Year Built1884
Taxes$ 29151
Price$ 2,100,000
Bedrooms0
Full Bathrooms0
Half Bathrooms0
Sqr Footage7467
Lot Size0.41 Acres

Data Source:

Smart MLS

Property Description

This spectacular building is currently an office owned & occupied by a prominent law firm since 1971. 475 Whitney Avenue presents a rare opportunity to restore & reposition one of New Haven's most architecturally significant properties into a signature residential asset. Originally constructed as a grand private residence in 1896, the building is ideally suited for conversion back to a luxury single-family estate or redevelopment from the current office configuration as a boutique multi-family or condominium offering. The structure's scale, craftsmanship & layout-featuring expansive rooms, high ceilings & formal entertaining spaces lend themselves naturally to residential reuse. The architectural details including the yellow venetian brick & copper gutters & flashing make this prohibitively expensive to replicate today. In addition to the main residence the property includes a detached rear structure (originally a garage, later converted to conference space) that could possibly be repositioned into 1 or 2 additional residential units, guest accommodations or accessory dwelling space creating meaningful added value & flexibility. The current site configuration includes a large, paved parking area which offers a unique opportunity to reclaim a portion of the grounds for landscaped lawns, private outdoor space & a formal residential driveway restoring the property's original estate-like setting while maintaining functional access. 475 Whitney Avenue is widely regarded as one of the most distinctive residences along Whitney Avenue. Building is equipped with an elevator that stops from basement to 3rd floor. Please use Show Assist for Appointments. Thank you

Elementary School	High School
Per Board of Ed Elementary School	Per Board of Ed High School

Price History
5/13/2026	Listed $2,100,000

General Features

Zoning	RH1
Neighborhood	East Rock
County	New Haven
Tax Year	July 2026-June 2027
Property Type	Single Family For Sale
Status	Active
Acres	0.41
Directions	I-91 North and South, Exit 6. Right onto Willow Street. House is the last house on Willow St, corner of Willow and Whitney Ave. Last driveway on left side of Willow St.
High School	Per Board of Ed
City	New Haven
Elementary School	Per Board of Ed
Sq Ft Total	7467
DOM	111
Year Built	1884
Style	Antique,Chateau
Year Built Source	Public Records