About 65 West Shepard Avenue
Timeless charm and thoughtful modern updates come together in this exceptional antique home. Meticulously maintained and thoughtfully upgraded by its current owners, this distinctive 0.88 acre property offers the character and craftsmanship of a historic home with the comfort and conveniences of 21st-century living. The front door opens to a gracious living room with wood burning fireplace and built-ins. The LR leads to a lovely dining room with more built-ins, perfect for entertaining or everyday living. The remodeled kitchen combines style and function, with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a comfortable eating area. A sunken 1st floor family room off the kitchen is the perfect gathering place, with adjoining mudroom and easy access to the patio and backyard. Upstairs, a versatile bonus space/sitting room offers additional flexibility, while two generously-sized bedrooms and a full bathroom complete the second floor. Updates and amenities include: central air conditioning (2019) and one mini-split, newer roof (2023), newer driveway (2022), solar panels (2019), propane heating system (2019), inground pool (2019), EV charger-ready (2025), poolhouse (2019), multi-zone heat and so much more. See the attached list of updates for more details. Ideally nestled on a peaceful & private lot, yet minutes to shopping, commuter routes, Yale, and downtown New Haven! A truly one-of-a-kind home!
Features of 65 West Shepard Avenue
| MLS® # | 24210675 |
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| Price | $499,900 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2.00 |
| Full Baths | 2 |
| Square Footage | 2,046 |
| Acres | 0.88 |
| Type | Single Family For Sale |
| Style | Colonial |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 65 West Shepard Avenue |
|---|---|
| Area | N/A |
| Subdivision | West Woods |
| City | Hamden |
| County | New Haven |
| State | Connecticut |
| Zip Code | 06514 |
Amenities
| Features | Active Solar, Thermopane Windows |
|---|---|
| Parking Spaces | 4 |
| Parking | Detached Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway |
| # of Garages | 2 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | Not Applicable |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Heated, Pool House, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool |
Interior
| Interior Features | Auto Garage Door Opener |
|---|---|
| Appliances | Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer |
| Heating | Hot Air, Propane |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 1 |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Full, Unfinished, Interior Access, Concrete Floor |
Exterior
| Exterior | Vinyl Siding |
|---|---|
| Exterior Features | Cabana, Gutters, Patio |
| Lot Description | Fence - Partial, Level Lot |
| Roof | Asphalt Shingle |
| Foundation | Stone |
School Information
| Elementary | Bear Path |
|---|---|
| Middle | Hamden |
| High | Hamden |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | September 30th, 2026 |
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| Days on Market | 4 |
| Zoning | R3 |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Press/Cuozzo Realtors |
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