Backup offers
$3,205 Closing Credit¹
#24087401, Gene Pica, Listing office: RE/MAX Alliance
#24098810·
Listing office: Citi Atlas Real Estate Co LLC·
Listing agent: Timothy Serpe·
Listing office phone: (203) 671-3467
$220,000 List price
81 Melrose Dr New Haven, CT 06513
$2,613
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
1,500 sqft
0.2 acres
$147 / sqft
House
Property details
About 81 Melrose Dr
Investor opportunity in a prime New Haven neighborhood! This 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers strong potential for those looking to renovate and add value. Ideal for cash buyers or those utilizing a rehab loan, as the property will not qualify for traditional FHA financing. Whether you're an investor aiming to flip or hold as a rental, or an owner-occupant ready to customize with a renovation loan, this home is your blank canvas. Located in a desirable area close to shopping, dining, and other local amenities, this is a rare chance to build equity in a sought-after location. Don't miss out on this value-add opportunity!
Highlights
Home typeOther
HeatingBaseboard
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Under Contract - Continue to Show)
(Under Contract - Continue to Show)
Size1,500 sqft
Lot size0.18 Acres
Year built1952
ParkingNone, Off Street Parking
MLS #24098810
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Basement: No
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Attached Garage: No
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: None, Off Street Parking
- Exterior: Shed
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Baseboard
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $220,000
- Price/SqFt: $146
- Annual Tax Amount: $4,722
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level
- Directions: GPS Friendly
- Year Built: 1952
- Living Area: 1,500 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.18 Acres
- MLS Number: 24098810
- Office Name: Citi Atlas Real Estate Co LLC
- Office Phone: (203) 671-3467
- Office Email: tim@citiatlas.com
- Listing Agent: Timothy Serpe
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 1994 | Home Sold | $85,500 |
| Jun 29, 1994 | Home Sold | $85,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $122,640 | $4,722 |
| 2023 | $122,640 | $4,562 |
| 2022 | $116,550 | $4,633 |
| 2021 | $87,150 | $3,824 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Ferrara Elementary School
Public District 3-5
0.5 mi
•22 Maynard Rd
9
Montowese Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.7 mi
•145 Fitch St
5
Ridge Hill School
Public District KG-6
1.9 mi
•120 Carew 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 $58,393. Residents of New Haven, CT typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have high school diploma education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
36%
<35k
43%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
40%
Single, No Kids
27%
Single, with Kids
16%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
20%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
38%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Basketball
Pro Boxing
Horse Races
Where do the neighbors shop?
Ross Dress For Less
Burlington
Stein Mart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Jasons Deli
Popeyes
LongHorn Steakhouse
What do the neighbors drive?
Acura
Dodge
Buick
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
Urban Contemporary
Contemporary Inspirational
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 81 Melrose Dr
The listing price of 81 Melrose Dr property is $220,000.
The property 81 Melrose Dr is a house located in New Haven, Connecticut, 06513.
Accepting Backup Offers: 81 Melrose Dr is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 81 Melrose Dr are: Ferrara Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Montowese Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Ridge Hill School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Bishop Woods School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Ross Woodward Classical Studies School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Clinton Avenue School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East Haven High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Wilbur Cross High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Elm City College Preparatory School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $4,722 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 30, 1994 for $85,500 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 81 Melrose Dr has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 81 Melrose Dr is 1,500 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 81 Melrose Dr is 1952.
This home is located at 81 Melrose Dr in New Haven, CT and zip code 06513 in the Quinnipiac Meadows neighborhood. This 1,500 square foot home, which was built in 1952, sits on a 0.18 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $220,000.
In May 2025, from all listings sold in New Haven, CT there were more than 41 sold above asking price, over 24 sold below and more than 8 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in New Haven, CT decreased by 2.4% between April and May 2025.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.