About this home

Professional photos to be loaded soon. Wonderful income property right on Wooster Square. The Frederick Brown House Historic Wooster Square A rare opportunity to own a remarkable piece of New Haven history in the heart of Historic Wooster Square, one of the city's most desirable high-rent districts. Dating to circa 1800, the Frederick Brown House is an extraordinary Italianate-style residence originally built for Frederick Brown, head of the Brown and Durham Furniture Company. Filled with natural light, timeless architectural character, and ornate period details, this distinctive property showcases beautiful floors, intricate ceilings and moldings, elegant windows, and six fireplaces. Offering exceptional flexibility and significant income potential, this unique three-family property presents endless possibilities for investors, owner-occupants, or those seeking a one-of-a-kind historic residence. The expansive layout spans four levels plus a loft, including a garden-level apartment. The main portion of the home features three additional levels and a loft not included in the reported square footage. Each level offers a kitchen and full bathroom, creating versatile living arrangements and multiple opportunities for rental income or multi-generational living. Additional highlights include generous ceiling heights, spacious open rooms, central air conditioning, central vacuum, an intercom system, gas fireplaces, decks, and a balcony. Enjoy stunning views of Historic Wooster Square from the front windows and sweeping city skyline views from the rear. The substantial grounds feature a large three-car garage, an oversized driveway with abundant off-street parking, a spacious storage shed, and a garden area-exceptional amenities in this sought-after urban setting. Step outside and enjoy everything Wooster Square has to offer, including celebrated restaurants, New Haven's iconic pizza destinations, neighborhood cafes, Yale University, and convenient train access just steps from your front door. Historic charm. Exceptional space. Outstanding location. Unlimited potential. The Frederick Brown House is a rare opportunity to own a distinctive piece of New Haven history while exploring the possibilities of a versatile, income-producing property, and to Top it off, Extensive off street private parking for at least 6 Cars. Don't let this one slip by.

Facts and features

Schools

• East Rock Community Magnet School

  elementary · K-8 · 1.1 mi

  3

• High School in the Community

  high · 9-12 · 0.3 mi

  2

• Yale Child Study Center School

  elementary · 1-10 · 0.8 mi

• Conte/West Hills Magnet School

  elementary · K-8 · 0.2 mi

  3

• Metropolitan Business High School

  high · 9-12 · 0.3 mi

  2

• Educational Center for the Arts

  elementary · 0.4 mi

Price history

• Oct 8, 2026 · Listed$1,295,000
• Jul 15, 2025 · Listing Removed$2,850
• Apr 14, 2025 · Listed For Rent$2,850
• Oct 11, 2022 · Sold$884,000
• Sep 1, 1994 · Sold$118,500

Tax history

• 2026$28,287 tax · $707,840 assessed
• 2023$24,017 tax · $645,610 assessed
• 2022$25,663 tax · $645,610 assessed
• 2021$15,435 tax · $351,750 assessed
• 2020$15,435 tax · $351,750 assessed
• 2019$15,118 tax · $351,750 assessed
• 2018$15,118 tax · $351,750 assessed
• 2017$15,577 tax · $402,710 assessed

Home value

$1,074,538

• Quantarium$1,074,538
• Collateral Analytics$958,000

Where it is