162 Short Beach Road
East Haven, Connecticut 06512
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2
- SqFt
- 1,880
- Acres
- 0.69
- Year Built
- 1961
- Property Type
- Single Family
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About This Home
Welcome to 162 Short Beach Rd, a ranch-style home that perfectly balances comfortable everyday living with an unbeatable shoreline-suburb location. Situated on a spacious and highly private 0.69-acre lot, this bright and airy single-family home offers a peaceful retreat just moments away from the water. Step inside to discover beautiful hardwood floors and a generous open living and dining area designed for both everyday comfort and entertaining. A cozy fireplace creates a warm focal point, perfect for crisp New England evenings, while the single-level layout offers the ease and convenience today's buyers appreciate. Offering 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the home spans a generous 1,880 square feet of single-level living space. Living on Short Beach Road means embracing the best of East Haven's coastal lifestyle. Enjoy being part of a vibrant shoreline community that offers the perks of water access without the premium price tag of neighboring towns. This property sits in a fantastic commuter location, offering short travel times to local beaches, parks, and nearby transit.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- East Haven
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Ranch
- Year Built
- 1961
- Days on Market
- 47 days
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2 full
- Living Area
- 1,880 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.69 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage
- Property Taxes
- $6,737 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The East Haven Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
33
27 under contract
Median List Price
$425,000
33 active listings
Median Closed Price
$395,000
219 sales
Median Days on Market
21
33 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$304
33 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
101.3%
219 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$490,000
vs $425,000 median
15.3% above median
Price / Sq Ft
$261
vs $304 median
14.1% below median
Days on Market
47 days
vs 21 days median
26 days longer than median
Based on 33 active and 219 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in East Haven. Source: SmartMLS · As of November 11, 2026.
Location
162 Short Beach Road, East Haven, Connecticut
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Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Nov 5, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$2,656
- Property Taxes$561
- Insurance$163
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- East Haven
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- County
- New Haven
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Ranch
- Year Built
- 1961
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 1,880 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Momauguin
- High
- East Haven
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Air
- Heat Fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Ceiling FansCentral Air
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Laundry
- Main Level
- Laundry Location
- off of master bedroom
- Appliances
- Gas CooktopMicrowaveRefrigeratorDishwasher
- Basement
- Crawl SpaceUnfinishedGarage AccessConcrete Floor
- In-Law Apartment
- No
- Interior Features
- Auto Garage Door Opener
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.69 acres
- Zoning
- r-3
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage spacesAttached Garage
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Construction
- Aluminum
- Color
- white
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Exterior Features
- ShedFruit TreesGuttersGarden Area
- Lot Description
- Lightly WoodedSloping Lot
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $6,737 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 47
- MLS #
- 24207915
- MLS Status
- Active
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