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490 Quinnipiac Avenue, New Haven CT 06513

Current Price: $479,000

2 beds 2 baths 1705 sq. ft

Last Update: 5/10/2026

Property Type: Single Family For Sale

Public Remarks

A rare opportunity on the Quinnipiac River. This historic 1810 Oyster House was thoughtfully restored in 1988 and further updated in 2000, blending period character with modern comfort. The property includes a 30foot fixed pier with an aluminum ramp to a floating dock, plus the potential for four pile moorings extending 200 feet into the navigable channel - a dream setup for boat owners. Enjoy riverfront living with sunsets, breezes, and shore birds from your own deck and patio. Located in the Fair Haven Historic District, the home features four working fireplaces, wide plank hardwood floors, custom storm windows, updated mechanicals, and many original details. The main level offers a combined living and dining room with French doors to the deck, an updated kitchen, and a bedroom or den. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a walk-in closet and a full bath with a steam shower. The lower level family room has radiant heat porcelain floors, a full bath with laundry, and French doors leading to a brick patio and partially fenced yard. Off-street parking accommodates 2-3 cars. Note the photos show 4 pile moorings in the channel although there is currently only 1.

Map to Property at 490 Quinnipiac Avenue, New Haven CT 06513


Quinnipiac Ave between Ferry St and Grand Ave.

Residential Property Information for 490 Quinnipiac Avenue, New Haven CT 06513

MLS #: 24160914

Style: Cape Cod

Color:

Total Rooms:

Bedrooms: 2

Bathrooms: 2

Acres: 0.2

Year Built: 1800 (Public Records)

New Construction: No/Resale

Home Warranty Offered:

Property Tax: $9,121

Zoning: BC

Mil Rate:

Assessed Value: $231,490 

Potential Short Sale:

Square Footage: Estimated HEATED Sq.Ft. above grade is 1053; below grade sq feet total is 652; total sq ft is 1705

Features
Appliances Incl.: Oven/Range,Refrigerator,Dishwasher,Disposal,Washer,Dryer
Laundry Location & Info: Lower Level 
Fireplaces: 4
Energy Features: Storm Windows
Energy Features: Storm Windows
Basement Desc.: Full,Heated,Sump Pump,Fully Finished,Walk-out,Liveable Space
Exterior Siding: Wood
Exterior Features: Deck,French Doors,Patio
Foundation: Stone
Roof: Wood Shingle
Parking Spaces: 0
Garage/Parking Type: Off Street Parking
Swimming Pool: 0
Waterfront Feat.: River,Dock or Mooring
Lot Description: Fence - Wood,Fence - Partial,Historic District,Water View
Nearby Amenities: Walk to Bus Lines
In Flood Zone: 1
Occupied: Owner
Utility Information

Hot Water System

Heat Type:

Fueled By: Hot Air.

Cooling: Ceiling Fans,Wall Unit

Fuel Tank Location:

Water Service: Public Water Connected

Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected

School Information

Elementary: Ross/Woodward

Intermediate:

Middle:

High School: Wilbur Cross

Marketing History

Current List Price: $479,000

Original List Price: $479,000

DOM: 44

Listing Date: 3/23/2026

Last Updated: 4/2/2026 1:25:12 PM

Expected Active Date: 3/27/2026

Listing Agent and Broker

List Agent Name: Cheryl Szczarba

List Office Name: Seabury Hill REALTORS