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    • Price cut: $20.9K (3/13)
    $429,000

    253 Kneeland Road, New Haven, CT 06512

    3beds
    2,358sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1943
    9,147.6 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $182/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Classic knotty pine detailsHigh-end custom cabinetryBeautiful woodworkNewer roof and guttersCharming interior shutters
    Welcome to 253 Kneeland Rd, A meticulously maintained 3BR, 2BA home w/ additional finished living areas, ideal for extended family, guests, or home office space. Vintage charm in a prime New Haven location. Proudly cared for by the original owners, this turn-key gem features a newer roof & gutters, windows, 200A electric, boiler & water heater - providing peace of mind for years to come. Inside, enjoy high-end custom cabinetry, beautiful woodwork, classic knotty pine details, charming interior shutters, & even a fully functioning vintage 1950s GE stove adding timeless character to the kitchen. Just off the kitchen the enclosed sunporch provides flexible space for relaxing, dining, or entertaining year-round. The home offers 3 official bedrooms & two bathrooms - plus a heated, finished lower level with a full bath - previously used as a bedroom/suite. The lower level also includes a secondary kitchen ready for refinishing, offering in-law potential. Main level has 2 bedrooms; the 2nd floor features 1 bedroom + game room/office w/ walk-in closets & a custom cedar closet. Outside, the yard feels like a storybook retreat. Mature shrubbery surrounds the home for exceptional privacy, while rose gardens, hydrangeas, terraced stone walls & ivy create a serene, low-maintenance oasis. A private road leads to a rare 2-car garage in back, while the tree-lined, sidewalked front street offers more parking & welcoming neighborhood feel. Close to Highways, Yale, East Shore Park, Tweed.
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    Likely to sell faster than

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: March 12, 2026 at 07:07pm

    Listed by:

    Lisa Ferrara (203)715-4174,

    Calcagni Real Estate 203-265-1821

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24157646MLS Logo

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      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Bonus Room, Workshop
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Entertainment Center, Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom
      • Features: Parquet Floor
      • Level: Upper
      Bathroom
      • Features: Full Bath, Tub w/Shower, Tile Floor
      • Level: Main
      Bathroom
      • Features: Full Bath, Stall Shower, Tile Floor
      • Level: Lower
      Dining room
      • Features: Built-in Features
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Corian Counters, Double-Sink, Pantry
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Main
      Rec play room
      • Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Cedar Closet(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Vinyl Floor
      • Level: Upper
      Rec play room
      • Features: Full Bath
      • Level: Lower
      Sun room
      • Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Dining Area
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Lower Level
      Features
      • Entrance Foyer
      • Windows: Thermopane Windows
      • Basement: Full,Heated,Sump Pump,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Liveable Space
      • Attic: Heated,Storage,Finished
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,358
      • Total interior livable area: 2,358 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,412
      • Finished area below ground: 946

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Screened, Enclosed, Terrace, Porch, Patio
      • Exterior features: Awning(s), Rain Gutters, Garden, Lighting, Stone Wall
      • Fencing: Stone,Privacy,Chain Link
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City, Water
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Water
      • Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Water Community
      Lot
      • Size: 9,147.6 Square Feet
      • Features: Wooded, Dry
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1236628
      • Zoning: RS2

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape Cod
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Aluminum Siding
      • Foundation: Block
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1943

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      Green energy
      • Energy efficient items: Windows

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Basketball Court, Bocci Court, Park, Playground, Public Rec Facilities, Near Public Transport, Tennis Court(s)
      • Security: Security System
      • Subdivision: Lighthouse Point
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: New Haven

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $182/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $166,530
      • Annual tax amount: $6,561
      • Date on market: 3/5/2026
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        Price history

        Price history
        DateEventPrice
        3/13/2026Price change$429,000-4.6%$182/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24157646 Report a problem
        3/5/2026Listed for sale$449,900+15.4%$191/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24157646 Report a problem
        9/5/2025Sold$389,900$165/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24118148 Report a problem
        9/5/2025Pending sale$389,900$165/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24118148 Report a problem
        8/9/2025Listed for sale$389,900$165/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24118148 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        Public tax history
        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$6,561 +2.3%$166,530
        2024$6,411 +3.5%$166,530
        2023$6,195 -6.4%$166,530
        2022$6,620 +22.8%$166,530 +35.6%
        2021$5,391 +0.2%$122,850 +0.2%
        2020$5,381 +2.1%$122,640
        2019$5,271 $122,640
        2018$5,271 +11.1%$122,640
        2017$4,744 -4.7%$122,640 +2.3%
        2016$4,979 $119,840
        2015$4,979 $119,840
        2014$4,979 +1.8%$119,840
        2013$4,889 +4.9%$119,840
        2012$4,659 -28.7%$119,840 -19.5%
        2011$6,533 $148,820
        2010$6,533 +4%$148,820
        2009$6,282 +45.3%$148,820 +45.3%
        2007$4,324 +6.1%$102,452 +12.8%
        2006$4,075 +13.4%$90,860
        2004$3,592 +2.6%$90,860
        2003$3,501 +7.7%$90,860 -2.3%
        2000$3,250 $93,000

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        BuyAbility℠ payment

        Est. payment
        $2,879/mo
        Principal & interest
        $2118
        Property taxes
        $761
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          Climate risks

          Neighborhood: East Shore

          Getting around

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          Car-Dependent
          28 / 100
          Some Transit
          36 / 100
          Somewhat Bikeable

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