475 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT 06511 (MLS # 24175040)


Price $2,100,000
Status Active
Beds 0
Baths 0 Bath
Home size 6,284 sqft
Lot Size 17,860 sqft
Days on Market 43
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.
Property Type(s): Single Family
Last Updated 5/12/2026 Year Built 1884
County New Haven

SCHOOLS

Elementary School Per Board of Ed
Jr. High School Per Board of Ed
High School Per Board of Ed

Additional Details

APPLIANCES Electric Water Heater, Oven, Range
BASEMENT Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Brick, Frame
FIREPLACE Yes
HEAT Electric, Forced Air
INTERIOR Elevator
LOT 0.41 acre(s)
LOT DESCRIPTION Corner Lot, Level
PARKING Asphalt, Paved, Off Street, Private, Driveway
SEWER Public Sewer
STYLE Antique, Chateau
TAXES 28741
WATER Public
ZONING RH1

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