About 445 Orange Street
The William Deforest House is an exquisitely restored commercial office building in lower East Rock. Located at the edge of Downtown NH & steps from Yale, it offers convenient access to highways 91 & 95. The Italian Villa Style house was built in 1858 for a well known physician as his residence. The stately brick mansion was meticulously restored in the early 2000s by Petra Construction w/ incredible attention to detail & no expense spared. The building boasts a versatile 4,016 SQ FT of office space on 3 levels w/ additional attic space w/ expansion possibilities. Remarkable architectural details throughout include 11 FT ceilings, rare pierced plaster frieze molding, ornate Fireplaces and oversized windows. The 1st floor offers a spacious reception area, a conference room, a kitchen area, 2 spacious offices, 2 1/2 baths & a one-of-kind executive office w/ a striking hand-carved wood archway. The 2nd floor has 3 additional elegant offices with 1.5 baths, and a large conference room w/wood paneling and molding, built-ins, and wiring for high-speed video conferencing. The lower level has a private entrance with an additional 1,087 sq ft of space including 2 offices, 3rd conference room & 1/2 bath. Separate entrance provides flexibility for income or a space for another business. The building has gas heat, CA & updated electrical. The exterior has a gorgeous entryway & parking lot for 12 cars. Truly a rare opportunity to own one of New Haven's most distinguished buildings.
Features of 445 Orange Street
| MLS® # | 24211160 |
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| Price | $1,495,000 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 5.00 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Half Baths | 4 |
| Square Footage | 4,016 |
| Acres | 0.22 |
| Type | Single Family For Sale |
| Style | Colonial |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 445 Orange Street |
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| Area | East Rock |
| City | New Haven |
| County | New Haven |
| State | Connecticut |
| Zip Code | 06511 |
Amenities
| Parking Spaces | 12 |
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| Parking | Paved, Off Street Parking |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | Not Applicable |
| Has Pool | No |
Interior
| Interior Features | Security System |
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| Appliances | Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher |
| Heating | Hot Air, Natural Gas |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 3 |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Full, Fully Finished |
Exterior
| Exterior | Brick |
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| Exterior Features | Porch-Wrap Around, Sidewalk, Porch, Gutters, Lighting |
| Lot Description | Level Lot |
| Roof | Flat, Other |
| Foundation | Brick, Stone |
School Information
| Elementary | Per Board of Ed |
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| High | Per Board of Ed |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | October 2nd, 2026 |
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| Days on Market | 1 |
| Zoning | RM2 |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | Seabury Hill REALTORS |
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