55 Prospect Ave, West Haven, CT 06516
What This House Offers
Call for Availability - ACADEMIC/SHORT-TERM RENTAL AVAILABLE NOW THROUGH MAY 2027! Spacious and recently remodeled 4-bedroom, 3-bath single-family home located just a 3-minute walk from the beach. Offering over 4,100 sq. ft. of living space, this home features a modern kitchen, updated bathrooms, generous bedrooms, central air, and in-unit laundry. At $2,950/month, the home offers an excellent option for a group of students, graduate students, visiting faculty, medical professionals, or others seeking flexible housing in the New Haven area. Convenient to the University of New Haven, Yale University, Yale New Haven Hospital, downtown New Haven, shopping, dining, and major highways. Enjoy the space and privacy of a single-family home along with easy access to the shoreline. Pet-friendly. Short-term lease through May 2027 only. Available for immediate occupancy. Available furnished or unfurnished. MLS# 24200287
Unit
55 Prospect Ave is a single-family home for rent in West Haven, CT
Fees & Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Dogs Allowed
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Dogs Allowed
Cats Allowed
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Cats Allowed
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Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1910
- Colonial Architecture
Interior Spaces
- 4164 Sq Ft Home
Kitchen
- Electric Cooktop
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Laundry on lower level
- Washer
Attic
- Finished Attic
- Attic
- Walkup Attic
Basement
- Crawl Space
Parking
- Driveway
- 3 Parking Spaces
Outdoor Features
- Walking Distance to Water
Lot Details
- 7841 Sq Ft Lot
- Level Lot
- Property is zoned R2
Schools
- Edith E. Mackrille Elementary School
- West Haven High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- 60+ Gallon Tank
- Public Water Source
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1419725
Community Details
Pet Policy
- Pets Allowed
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West Haven, CT 06516
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Area Scores
Walkability
Somewhat walkable
Transit
Limited public transit
Driveability
Exceptionally drivable
Bikeability
Fairly bikeable
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Driveability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
Soundscore™
Active
A Sound Score rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
Travel and Transit
Commuter Rail
5 min Drive
Commuter Rail
9 min Drive
Airport
19 min Drive
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School
Grades K-5
Public
Seth G. Haley School
Grades PK-5
Public
Harry M. Bailey Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Our Lady Of Victory School
Grades PK-8
Private
Yeshiva Beis Dovid Shlomo
Grades 9-12
Private
West Haven High School
Grades 9-12
Public
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Colleges and Universities
| School | Commute Time (Distance) |
|---|---|
| Yale University, West Campus | Drive: 6 min (2.3 mi) |
| University of New Haven | Drive: 8 min (4.1 mi) |
| Yale University, Main Campus | Drive: 12 min (6.3 mi) |
| Southern Conn.. State Univ. | Drive: 14 min (7.3 mi) |
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 55 Prospect Ave proximity to Savin Rock Plaza. Savin Rock Plaza is 1.4 miles away.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 30, 55 Prospect Ave has limited public transit, including 5 transit stops within 5.3 miles. Transit options include West Haven and New Haven.
Airports
Living in West Haven provides easy access to Tweed/New Haven, located just 19 minutes from 55 Prospect Ave. Another nearby airport is Long Island MacArthur, located 49.4 miles away.
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