88 Prospect Avenue
West Haven, Connecticut 06516
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 1 | 1
- SqFt
- 1,582
- Acres
- 0.09
- Year Built
- 1910
- Neighborhood
- West Shore
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Opportunity awaits at this spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial located just a quick stroll from West Haven's shoreline! Offering nearly 1,600 square feet of living space, this home features an expansive living room with a fireplace, a separate dining area, and a functional kitchen with plenty of cabinet and counter space. A versatile main-level bedroom can also serve as a den, home office, or potential primary bedroom. The first floor also includes a full bathroom, convenient laundry area, and an enclosed front porch. Upstairs, you'll find three additional bedrooms, a half bathroom, and an extra room ideal for an office, dressing room, or additional storage. Outside, the property offers off-street parking and a fenced backyard with space to relax, garden, or entertain. Its generous layout, flexible living space, and desirable location near the beach create an excellent opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor. Bring your ideas and make this home your own! This is an as-is sale that is subject to the seller finding suitable housing.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- West Haven
- Neighborhood
- West Shore
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Colonial
- Year Built
- 1910
- Days on Market
- 0 days
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 1 full · 1 half
- Living Area
- 1,582 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.09 acres
- Property Taxes
- $6,116 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The West Haven Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
47
48 under contract
Median List Price
$390,000
47 active listings
Median Closed Price
$390,000
301 sales
Median Days on Market
28
47 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$270
47 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.3%
301 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$299,000
vs $390,000 median
23.3% below median
Price / Sq Ft
$189
vs $270 median
30.0% below median
Days on Market
0 days
vs 28 days median
28 days fresher than median
Based on 47 active and 301 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in West Haven. Source: SmartMLS · As of September 9, 2026.
Location
88 Prospect Avenue, West Haven, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Sep 3, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$1,545
- Property Taxes$510
- Insurance$100
- 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
- Colonial
- Year Built
- 1910
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 1,582 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- High
- West Haven
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Air
- Heat Fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Laundry
- Main Level
- Appliances
- Oven/RangeRefrigeratorWasherDryer
- Basement
- Full
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.09 acres
- Zoning
- R2
- Waterfront Details
- Walk to WaterView
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Construction
- Asbestos
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Lot Description
- Level Lot
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $6,116 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 0
- MLS #
- 24205482
- MLS Status
- Coming Soon
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Data last updated on 9/9/2026 at 6:10 PM UTC.