560 Chapel Street

About Property

This exquisite Wooster Square C. 1871 French Empire style townhouse has been beautifully maintained and preserved and is one of the architectural jewels of New Haven. The combination of a glorious single family brownstone and the outstanding location with direct views of Wooster Square Park makes this property so special. There are many original details including magnificent entry doors, leaded glass, marble fireplace, HW floors, tall ceilings, stained glass, and wood moldings. The house has five levels of living space serviced by an elevator, plus a full basement. The garden level has a large eat-in kitchen with excellent work and storage space and has an opening to the spectacular two-story dining room with a wall of south facing windows. The elegant living room on the next level overlooks the DR and boasts an original marble fireplace. The master suite level offers spectacular park views and has a large dressing rooms with built-ins and a great size bathroom with two sinks, a large shower, and a tub. Level four has three additional bedrooms, a laundry room, and full bath. A beautiful study/family room is on the top level and there are built-ins and glass doors to a secret feeling deck that has views of Long Island Sound. The perfect city garden is fully fenced, has mature plantings, and a delightful patio. It feels like a private oasis. This is a rare opportunity to own one of New Haven's greatest homes.
Listed by Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc, Betsy Grauer. Data sourced from SmartMLS