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54 Dawson Ave

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West Haven, CT 06516

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  • Bathrooms

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  • Square Feet

    1,100 sq ft

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54 Dawson Ave
$2,100 deposit, Available May 1

Welcome to your new cozy retreat at 54 Dawson Ave! This charming 2-bedroom duplex in West Haven offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and coastal living. With 1 full bathroom and 1,100 sq ft of bright, inviting space, you’ll have plenty of room to relax, unwind, and truly make it your own. Located just a 3-minute walk from the beach, you can enjoy shoreline views, peaceful morning strolls, and refreshing ocean air right from your neighborhood. A fire station around the corner adds an extra sense of security, and being only minutes from Yale University and the University of New Haven makes this an ideal spot for students, faculty, or professionals seeking easy access to campus. You’ll also love the vibrant surroundings—restaurants, cafés, and local establishments are all nearby, offering endless options for dining out or grabbing takeout to fit any lifestyle. Included amenities: In-unit washer and dryer Refrigerator Dishwasher Gas stove top and microwave Pet lovers are welcome—small dogs and cats are allowed! Showings begin April 20th with immediate move in availability. Preferred lease term is 6–12 months. The property is unfurnished, and the owner covers outdoor lawn care, snow removal, sewer and property taxes. Security Deposit amount determined by the owner. For each pet, there is a non-refundable move-in fee of $200 and monthly fee of $35. Elevate your living experience with our optional Resident Benefits Package ($45/month). Enjoy peace of mind and extra perks designed to make renting easier and more rewarding: - $100,000 in personal liability protection - $10,000 in personal belongings protection - Credit Booster for on-time payments - build your credit just by paying rent - Accidental damage & lockout reimbursement credits - Plus more exclusive resident perks! Property is syndicated by Nomad as a courtesy to owner. Owner will conduct all correspondence and showings. BEWARE OF SCAMS - Nomad will never ask you to pay any amount prior to applying and all payments are processed through our secure online tenant portal direct to Nomad.

54 Dawson Ave is a townhome located in New Haven County and the 06516 ZIP Code.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Move-In
      • Security Deposit - Refundable
        Charged per unit.
        $2,100
  • Dogs
    • Allowed
  • Cats
    • Allowed
  • Other
  • Street Parking

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Utilities Included

  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • Lease Flexible
  • Short term lease

Townhome Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

Microwave

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator

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City - West Haven

Welcome to West Haven, Connecticut, where small-town charm meets seaside living. This coastal community features 3.5 miles of publicly accessible beaches, representing one-quarter of Connecticut's public shoreline. Housing options range from beachfront properties to suburban neighborhoods, with current rental rates averaging $1,302 for one-bedroom apartments and $1,644 for two-bedroom homes. The rental market shows steady growth, with year-over-year increases ranging from 2.8% to 3.3%, offering stability compared to surrounding communities.

Founded in 1648, West Haven combines historical character with contemporary appeal. The University of New Haven enriches the Allingtown district, while Bradley Point Veterans Memorial Park offers waterfront views and outdoor recreation. The Savin Rock area features waterfront dining spots that celebrate the location's amusement park heritage. The city's distinct areas include the active Center district, West Shore area, and Allingtown.

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Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Heating
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
Expenses
Utilities Included
Sewer Included
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Yale University, West Campus
Drive: 6 min 2.0 mi
University of New Haven
Drive: 8 min 4.2 mi
Yale University, Main Campus
Drive: 12 min 6.4 mi
Southern Conn.. State Univ.
Drive: 14 min 7.4 mi
54 Dawson Ave is within 6 minutes or 2.0 miles from Yale University, West Campus. It is also near University of New Haven and Yale University, Main Campus.
Transportation

54 Dawson Ave is near Tweed/New Haven, located 9.7 miles or 19 minutes away, and Long Island MacArthur, located 49.2 miles or 130 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
West Haven
Drive: 4 min 2.3 mi
New Haven
Drive: 9 min 4.7 mi
New Haven Union Station
Drive: 9 min 4.8 mi
New Haven-State Street Station
Drive: 10 min 5.4 mi
Milford Station
Drive: 11 min 5.9 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Tweed/New Haven
Drive: 19 min 9.7 mi
Long Island MacArthur
Drive: 130 min 49.2 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40 / 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50 / 100

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Time and distance from 54 Dawson Ave.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Savin Rock Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.5 mi
Baybrook Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.7 mi
West Haven Shopping Center
Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
54 Dawson Ave has 3 shopping centers within 2.3 miles, which is about a 5-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Barnard Nature Center at West River Memorial Park
Drive: 10 min 5.4 mi
Connecticut Children's Museum
Drive: 11 min 5.6 mi
Edgewood Park and Ranger Station
Drive: 11 min 5.8 mi
Camp Cedarcrest
Drive: 13 min 6.2 mi
Lighthouse Point Park
Drive: 23 min 10.4 mi
54 Dawson Ave has 5 parks within 10.4 miles, including Barnard Nature Center at West River Memorial Park, Edgewood Park and Ranger Station, and Connecticut Children's Museum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Yale New Haven Hospital
Drive: 10 min 5.1 mi
Connecticut Mental Health Center
Drive: 10 min 5.3 mi
Griffin Hospital
Drive: 19 min 10.7 mi
54 Dawson Ave has 3 hospitals within 10.7 miles, the nearest is Yale New Haven Hospital which is 5.1 miles away and a 10 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Naval & Marine Reserve Center
Drive: 58 min 42.5 mi
Eatons Neck CG Station North
Drive: 151 min 61.2 mi
54 Dawson Ave is 42.5 miles from Naval & Marine Reserve Center, and is convenient to other military bases, including Eatons Neck CG Station North.

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