697 Washington Avenue
West Haven, Connecticut 06516
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 2
- SqFt
- 2,961
- Acres
- 0.16
- Year Built
- 1900
- Property Type
- 2 Family
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About This Home
Why rent when you can own? Here's your opportunity to build equity while generating rental income with this well-maintained two-family home at 697 Washington Street, West Haven. Offering 2,961 square feet, each spacious unit features 5 rooms, 2 bedrooms, and beautiful hardwood floors. The first-floor apartment is available for occupancy, making it an excellent option for an owner-occupant looking to move right in, while the second-floor unit is currently leased, providing immediate rental income. The finished walk-up third floor offers exciting potential for future expansion or additional living space. A full basement provides plenty of storage, along with washer and dryer hookup for the 1st floor and hookups in the 2nd floor unit, separate furnaces, and gas hot water heaters. Outside, you'll find a level lot with paved off-street parking and a private backyard to enjoy. Whether you're looking to invest or make homeownership more affordable with rental income, this is a wonderful opportunity you won't want to miss.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- West Haven
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- Property / Style
- Multi-Family · Units on different Floors
- Year Built
- 1900
- Days on Market
- 50 days
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 2 full
- Living Area
- 2,961 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.16 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 4 total
- Property Taxes
- $9,410 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The West Haven Market
Multi-Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
9
12 under contract
Median List Price
$500,000
9 active listings
Median Closed Price
$511,000
82 sales
Median Days on Market
28
9 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$235
9 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
103.4%
82 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$479,900
vs $500,000 median
In line with median
Price / Sq Ft
$162
vs $235 median
31.1% below median
Days on Market
50 days
vs 28 days median
22 days longer than median
Based on 9 active and 82 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of multi-family in West Haven. Source: SmartMLS · As of September 19, 2026.
Location
697 Washington Avenue, West Haven, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Sep 17, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$2,541
- Property Taxes$784
- Insurance$160
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- West Haven
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- County
- New Haven
Residence
- Property Type
- Multi-Family
- Subtype
- Duplex
- Style
- Units on different Floors
- Year Built
- 1900
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 2,961 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- Middle
- Carrigan
- High
- West Haven
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Air
- Heat Fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling
- None
- Laundry
- Basement Hook-Up(s)
- Basement
- FullUnfinished
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.16 acres
- Zoning
- R3
- Garage / Parking
- 4 total parking spacesPavedOff Street Parking
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Color
- white
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Stone
- Exterior Features
- Porch
- Lot Description
- Level Lot
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $9,410 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 50
- MLS #
- 24194024
- MLS Status
- Under Contract - Continue to Show
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This information is believed to be accurate, but without warranty.
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Data last updated on 9/19/2026 at 3:20 AM UTC.