Backup offers
$10,000 Closing Credit¹
#24078072, James Huffman, Listing Office: Farnam Realty Group
#24086889·
Listing office: Seabury Hill REALTORS·
Listing agent: Cheryl Szczarba·
Listing office phone: (203) 562-1220
$949,000 List price
8 Academy St New Haven, CT 06511
$10,000
Closing credit¹
5 beds
4 full
4,458 sqft
0.1 acres
$213 / sqft
House
Property details
About 8 Academy St
Step into the charm of this historic gem nestled on Wooster Square Park, where your front-row view of the Cherry Blossoms awaits! This unique home offers ample opportunities for personalization and updates. The main house spans three spacious floors, boasting generously sized living, dining, and family rooms perfect for hosting and relaxing. With hardwood floors throughout and large windows, you'll enjoy abundant natural light and picturesque views of the park, the stunning gardens, and the lush yard. The second and third floors provide versatile spaces that are perfect for bedrooms, a home office, laundry, or whatever suits your lifestyle. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to live in this beautiful and historic neighborhood. The property must be owner-occupied but features two small apartments, ideal for generating income or seamlessly incorporating into the main house. Please note, the garden areas are restricted to remain as yard and gardens. However, the driveway can be slightly expanded into the front garden area for added convenience. For eligible Yale University employees, this home is part of the Yale Homebuyers Program.
Highlights
Home typeOther
HeatingHot Water, Radiant
StatusActive
Size4,458 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.14 Acres
Year built1817
ParkingNone, Off Street Parking
MLS #24086889
Summary
- MLS Number: 24086889
- Office Name: Seabury Hill REALTORS
- Office Phone: (203) 562-1220
- Office Email: cszczarba@yahoo.com
- Listing Agent: Cheryl Szczarba
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $724,500 | $27,893 |
| 2023 | $724,500 | $26,951 |
| 2022 | $724,500 | $28,799 |
| 2021 | $469,980 | $20,623 |
| 2020 | $469,980 | $20,623 |
| 2019 | $469,980 | $20,200 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Lincoln - Bassett Community School
Public District PK-6
2.0 mi
•130 Bassett St
5
Barack H. Obama Magnet University School
Public Magnet PK-4
2.5 mi
•69 Farnham Ave
6
Forest Elementary School
Public District KG-4
2.7 mi
•95 Burwell Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $70,529. Most New Haven, CT residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
18%
<35k
56%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
9%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
77%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
5%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
45%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
10%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Yoga/pilates
Soccer
Skiing/snowboarding
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Forever 21
Nordstrom
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Dominos Pizza
California Pizza Kitchen
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mazda
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
Alternative- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Talk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 8 Academy St
This home is located at 8 Academy St in New Haven, CT and zip code 06511 in the Wooster Square / Mill River neighborhood. This 4,458 square foot home, which was built in 1817, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 12, 2025 and is currently priced at $949,000.
Over 21 listings were sold over their listed price in March 2025 in New Haven, CT. In the same period over 22 listings were sold below the listed price and 4 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in New Haven, CT between February and March 2025 increased by 19.4%.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.