53 Perry Merrill Drive
West Haven, Connecticut 06516
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- SqFt
- 1,276
- Acres
- 0.19
- Year Built
- 1997
- Neighborhood
- West Shore
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Welcome to 53 Perry Merrill Drive, located in the highly sought-after West Shore area of West Haven! This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath raised ranch offers a fantastic combination of comfort, space, and location. The main level features a functional layout with three bedrooms and two full baths, while the finished basement provides additional living space with endless possibilities for a family room, home office, gym, playroom, or entertainment area. The home includes all appliances, including a wine cooler, and offers natural gas heat and hot water, central air, and an attached 2-car garage for added convenience and storage. Location is everything, and this one is hard to beat. Situated in one of West Haven's most desirable neighborhoods, you'll be just minutes from the beach and everything the West Shore has to offer. This is a neighborhood that truly feels like home, with a quiet residential setting while still being close to shopping, dining, transportation, and the shoreline. Whether you're looking for a place to settle in, room to grow, or a home near the beach, 53 Perry Merrill Drive is an opportunity you won't want to miss. Come see why West Shore is one of West Haven's most desirable places to call home!
Key Facts
- City/Town
- West Haven
- Neighborhood
- West Shore
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Raised Ranch
- Year Built
- 1997
- Days on Market
- 50 days
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2 full
- Living Area
- 1,276 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.19 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage
- Property Taxes
- $8,183 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The West Haven Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
55
46 under contract
Median List Price
$420,000
55 active listings
Median Closed Price
$387,500
294 sales
Median Days on Market
31
55 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$266
55 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.2%
294 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$489,900
vs $420,000 median
16.6% above median
Price / Sq Ft
$384
vs $266 median
44.4% above median
Days on Market
50 days
vs 31 days median
19 days longer than median
Based on 55 active and 294 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in West Haven. Source: SmartMLS · As of October 15, 2026.
Location
53 Perry Merrill Drive, West Haven, Connecticut
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Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Oct 8, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$2,714
- Property Taxes$682
- Insurance$163
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- West Haven
- Neighborhood
- West Shore
- County
- New Haven
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Raised Ranch
- Year Built
- 1997
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 1,276 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Alma E. Pagels
- High
- West Haven
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Air
- Heat Fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Laundry
- Lower Level
- Appliances
- Electric RangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorDishwasherWasherDryerWine Chiller
- Basement
- FullFully Finished
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.19 acres
- Zoning
- R2
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage spacesAttached Garage
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Lot Description
- Fence - Partial
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $8,183 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 50
- MLS #
- 24202175
- MLS Status
- Under Contract
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