89 Sherland Avenue
New Haven, Connecticut 06513
Reduced from $939,900
- Beds
- 8
- Baths
- 5 | 2
- SqFt
- 6,200
- Acres
- 0.64
- Year Built
- 1868
- Neighborhood
- Fair Haven
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Fairhaven Heights' iconic James Babcock House - a classic Victorian Gothic mansion rich in history and architectural beauty. Rumored to have once hosted Abraham Lincoln, this remarkable home features intricate arched woodwork along the eaves and high gables, large windows, and an abundance of original details throughout. Currently operating as a high end 13 bed sober facility with good profit margins! Privately set on a serene interior lot with a secluded driveway connecting East Grand to Clifton Street, this is one of the original Fairhaven Heights estates. A wraparound porch welcomes you into a grand foyer with soaring 11-foot ceilings and a stunning staircase. The formal living room opens to an expansive great room showcasing exquisite woodwork and timeless character. The main level also offers a formal dining room, updated kitchen with butler's pantry, first-floor office with attached half bath, and a bedroom. Five fireplaces are thoughtfully placed throughout the home. Upstairs features eight bedrooms plus two studio apartments, each with its own private bath, along with a total of five full baths and two half baths. The detached two-car garage has been transformed into a wellness space with sauna, cold plunge, and workout area. Ample parking completes the property.This extraordinary estate also offers incredible potential as a private residence, bed and breakfast, or unique investment opportunity. A rare chance to own a true piece of Fairhaven Heights history
Key Facts
- City/Town
- New Haven
- Neighborhood
- Fair Haven
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Colonial
- Year Built
- 1868
- Days on Market
- 174 days
- Beds
- 8
- Baths
- 5 full · 2 half
- Living Area
- 6,200 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.64 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage
- Property Taxes
- $20,790 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The New Haven Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
46
49 under contract
Median List Price
$420,000
46 active listings
Median Closed Price
$367,000
279 sales
Median Days on Market
31
46 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$280
46 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.5%
279 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$859,900
vs $420,000 median
2.0× the median
Price / Sq Ft
$139
vs $280 median
50.4% below median
Days on Market
174 days
vs 31 days median
143 days longer than median
Based on 46 active and 279 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in New Haven. Source: SmartMLS · As of July 29, 2026.
Location
89 Sherland Avenue, New Haven, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Jul 23, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$4,384
- Property Taxes$1,733
- Insurance$287
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- New Haven
- Neighborhood
- Fair Haven
- County
- New Haven
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Colonial
- Year Built
- 1868
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 6,200 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- High
- Per Board of Ed
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Air
- Heat Fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplaces
- 5
- Appliances
- Oven/RangeRefrigeratorDishwasher
- Basement
- Full
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.64 acres
- Zoning
- RS2
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage spacesDetached Garage
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof
- Slate
- Foundation
- ConcreteStone
- Exterior Features
- Porch-Wrap AroundPorch
- Lot Description
- Level Lot
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $20,790 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 174
- MLS #
- 24152633
- MLS Status
- Under Contract - Continue to Show
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Co-Listed By
Thomas Purtell
Purtell Realty LLC
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