Lovingly maintained 2/3 bedroom, 1.5 bath colonial offers the best of both worlds with its old school charm and modern updates, located on a quaint, historic Fair Haven street just one block from the Quinnipiac River. Once you step through the front door you'll fall in love with this special home offering 3 floors of living. 9-foot ceilings give it an open and spacious feel, with beautiful original chestnut framing and gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. The big, bright kitchen offers updated appliances and lots of cooking space. Enjoy get togethers in the warm dining room with beautiful fixtures and natural light. The master bedroom has a separate dressing, sitting, or exercise area. The finished attic can make a possible third bedroom, office, or playroom with views of the river. Stepping out from the back mudroom, you'll love the backyard sanctuary with a carefully landscaped garden & Koi pond/waterfall-a little paradise in the city. Many mechanical updates include newer windows, gas boiler and circulators, and exterior cellar door-way too many improvements to list. This home has a fabulous location! Walking distance to restaurants, shopping, and four parks (Chatham Square, Dover Beach, Lewis St, and Front St Overlook)--two with playgrounds, two along the river. This very special home is not to be missed! Located in the Yale Homebuyers Program. Subject to seller finding suitable housing.