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This 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 incls a detached rear structure (originally a garage, later converted to conference space) that could possibly be repositioned into 1 or 2 addtl 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.
| DAYS ON MARKET | 1 | LAST UPDATED | 5/12/2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| YEAR BUILT | 1884 | COUNTY | New Haven |
| STATUS | Active | PROPERTY TYPE(S) | Single Family |
| 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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