26 Nelson Street
New Haven, Connecticut 06512
Reduced from $369,900
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- SqFt
- 1,380
- Acres
- 0.13
- Year Built
- 1910
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Welcome to 26 Nelson Street, located in Morris Cove, a scenic, predominantly residential neighborhood located in the easternmost part of New Haven, Connecticut, characterized by its quiet, suburban feel, tree-lined streets, and direct access to the New Haven Harbor and Long Island Sound. Often considered a hidden gem, it offers a distinct contrast to the bustling city center while remaining only minutes from downtown. This beautiful updated Colonial is a turnkey home and perfectly blends charm with modern upgrades, offering style, comfort and convenience. Step inside to find a bright and spacious layout featuring gleaming hardwood floor, fresh paint and abundant natural light throughout. The kitchen boasts with stainless steel appliances and granite counter top with stylish backsplash. Upstairs, generous bedrooms provide ample closet space, while the updated bathrooms offer contemporary fixtures and finishes. Finished room in walk up attic with storage space. Additional updates include mechanicals. Outside, enjoy backyard and off street parking. **Home is in a flood zone** Seller to offer $5,000 closing credit. Home appraised at $360,000. Seller says, earlier flood quote around $2,000 annual.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- New Haven
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Colonial
- Year Built
- 1910
- Days on Market
- 295 days
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2 full
- Living Area
- 1,380 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.13 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 1 garage · 3 total
- Property Taxes
- $7,187 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The New Haven Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
47
49 under contract
Median List Price
$420,000
47 active listings
Median Closed Price
$368,500
280 sales
Median Days on Market
30
47 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$278
47 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.4%
280 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$349,900
vs $420,000 median
16.7% below median
Price / Sq Ft
$254
vs $278 median
8.6% below median
Days on Market
295 days
vs 30 days median
265 days longer than median
Based on 47 active and 280 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in New Haven. Source: SmartMLS · As of July 28, 2026.
Location
26 Nelson Street, New Haven, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Jul 23, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$1,784
- Property Taxes$599
- Insurance$117
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- New Haven
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- County
- New Haven
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Colonial
- Year Built
- 1910
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 1,380 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- High
- Per Board of Ed
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Air
- Heat Fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Laundry Location
- basement
- Appliances
- Gas RangeRange HoodDishwasher
- Basement
- Partial
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.13 acres
- Zoning
- RS2
- Garage / Parking
- 1 garage space3 total parking spacesDetached GaragePaved
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Construction
- Aluminum
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Lot Description
- Level Lot
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $7,187 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 295
- MLS #
- 24131559
- MLS Status
- Under Contract
- Financing
- FHA,VA,CHFA
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