$939,900

89 Sherland Avenue, New Haven, CT 06513

  • 8 beds |
  • 7 baths |
  • 6,200 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1868
  • Property Lot Size Icon0.64acre lot
  • Property Parking Icon 2 car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $152/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 4 days ago

Property Description

Fairhaven Heights' iconic James Babcock House - a classic Victorian Gothic mansion rich in history and architectural beauty. Rumored to have once hosted Abraham Lincoln, this remarkable home features intricate arched woodwork along the eaves and high gables, large windows, and an abundance of original details throughout. Privately set on a serene interior lot with a secluded driveway connecting East Grand to Clifton Street, this is one of the original Fairhaven Heights estates. A wraparound porch welcomes you into a grand foyer with soaring 11-foot ceilings and a stunning staircase. The formal living room opens to an expansive great room showcasing exquisite woodwork and timeless character. The main level also offers a formal dining room, updated kitchen with butler's pantry, first-floor office with attached half bath, and a bedroom. Five fireplaces are thoughtfully placed throughout the home. Upstairs features eight bedrooms plus two studio apartments, each with its own private bath, along with a total of five full baths and two half baths. The detached two-car garage has been transformed into a wellness space with sauna, cold plunge, and workout area. Ample parking completes the property. Currently zoned for a sober living facility, this extraordinary estate also offers incredible potential as a private residence, bed and breakfast, or unique investment opportunity. A rare chance to own a true piece of Fairhaven Heights history.

Listing Status:
Active
Date Added:
February 4, 2026
Data Last Updated:
February 9, 2026 at 12:52AM
Listing Office:
Purtell Realty LLC : (203) 640-7802
Listing Agent:
Betsy Purtell : (203) 640-4440
MLS ID:
24152633
  • Appliances: Oven/RangeRefrigeratorDishwasher
  • Basement: Full
  • A/C: Central Air
  • Heating: Hot AirNatural Gas
  • Fireplace: Fireplaces: 5
  • General: Porch-Wrap AroundPorch
  • Style: Colonial
  • Roofing: Slate
  • County: New Haven
  • Zoning: RS21239378
  • Water: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

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Location

Schools Nearby

Q

Quinnipiac Real World Math STEM School

460 Lexington Ave, New Haven, CT, 06513

Grades KG-5

0.21 miles away

F

Fair Haven School

164 Grand Ave, New Haven, CT, 06513

Grades PK-8

0.62 miles away

W

Wilbur Cross High School

181 Mitchell Dr, New Haven, CT, 06511

Grades 9-12

1.81 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.