Charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in a highly convenient New London location, just minutes from downtown, major highways, and Winthrop Magnet School. Ideal for homeowners or investors, this property offers comfort, space, and strong potential. The main level features a welcoming entrance, bright living room, formal dining room, ample kitchen with pantry space, and a full bathroom. Hardwood floors run throughout the living room, dining room, and bedrooms, adding warmth and character. The upper level includes three spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a walk-up attic providing excellent storage or future expansion potential. The basement offers generous storage space along with an additional flexible room ideal for a home office, gym, or hobby area. Exterior highlights include an ample patio perfect for entertaining or gardening, rear off-street parking, a partially fenced yard, and a front deck ideal for morning coffee. Updates include a roof approximately 6 years old, water heater about 3 years old, and a replaced boiler with conversion to natural gas (oil tank remains in basement). Property is sold as-is and is contingent upon the seller finding suitable housing, offering flexibility for buyers. Conveniently located near downtown dining, shopping, waterfront attractions, Ocean Beach Park, Fort Trumbull State Park, and scenic coastal recreation, with easy access to transportation and major routes.
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$260,000
242 Crystal Avenue, New London, CT 06320
3beds
1,568sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$255,400 Zestimate®
$166/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rear off-street parkingPartially fenced yardFormal dining roomThree spacious bedroomsWelcoming entrance
- 99 days |
- 1,440 |
- 78 |
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Listed by:
Nicolle C. Estrella (860)710-9086,
eXp Realty 866-828-3951
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24176411
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Steam, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: None, Electric Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Concrete
- Attic: Walk-up
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,568
- Total interior livable area: 1,568 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,568
Property
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Features: Dry, Cleared
Details
- Parcel number: 2002394
- Zoning: R-2
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Asbestos
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Town Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: New London
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $166/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $152,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,119
- Date on market: 5/18/2026
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$255,400
Estimated sales range
$243,000 - $268,000
Rent Zestimate®
$3,139/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2026 | Contingent | $260,000$166/sqft |
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| 8/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $260,000$166/sqft |
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| 8/11/2026 | Contingent | $260,000$166/sqft |
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| 7/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $260,000$166/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Contingent | $260,000$166/sqft |
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| 6/3/2026 | Pending sale | $260,000$166/sqft |
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| 5/18/2026 | Listed for sale | $260,000+53%$166/sqft |
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| 1/29/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/11/2020 | Listed for sale | $169,900+15.6%$108/sqft |
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| 3/16/2020 | Listing removed | $147,000$94/sqft |
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| 2/2/2020 | Listed for sale | $147,000+8.9%$94/sqft |
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| 11/10/2018 | Listing removed | $135,000$86/sqft |
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| 7/31/2018 | Price change | $135,000-3.6%$86/sqft |
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| 6/10/2018 | Listed for sale | $140,000-6.6%$89/sqft |
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| 4/2/2013 | Listing removed | $149,900$96/sqft |
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| 3/4/2012 | Listed for sale | $149,900-31.9%$96/sqft |
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| 4/5/2008 | Listing removed | $220,000$140/sqft |
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| 3/6/2008 | Listed for sale | $220,000+77.4%$140/sqft |
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| 2/27/2003 | Sold | $124,000+65.3%$79/sqft |
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| 5/24/2000 | Sold | $75,000$48/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,134 -1.1% | $152,000 |
| 2024 | $4,180 +23.3% | $152,000 +67% |
| 2023 | $3,389 -0.2% | $91,000 |
| 2022 | $3,395 -1.7% | $91,000 |
| 2021 | $3,453 -0.6% | $91,000 |
| 2020 | $3,475 -4.3% | $91,000 |
| 2019 | $3,631 -12.6% | $91,000 -4.2% |
| 2018 | $4,155 -1.2% | $94,990 |
| 2017 | $4,204 +9.4% | $94,990 |
| 2016 | $3,843 +2.5% | $94,990 |
| 2015 | $3,751 +15.2% | $94,990 |
| 2014 | $3,255 -1.6% | $94,990 -21% |
| 2013 | $3,307 +8.6% | $120,260 |
| 2012 | $3,044 | $120,260 |
| 2011 | $3,044 | $120,260 |
| 2010 | $3,044 -0.7% | $120,260 |
| 2009 | $3,065 -0.2% | $120,260 +21% |
| 2008 | $3,070 +1.4% | $99,400 |
| 2007 | $3,027 +1.7% | $99,400 |
| 2006 | $2,975 +4.6% | $99,400 |
| 2005 | $2,844 +7.4% | $99,400 |
| 2004 | $2,649 -18.4% | $99,400 +8.4% |
| 2003 | $3,246 +80.6% | $91,700 +68.4% |
| 2001 | $1,797 | $54,460 |
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Neighborhood: 06320
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Winthrop STEM Elementary Magnet SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.1 mi
- 4/10New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Bennie Dover Jackson Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 0.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Nathan Hale
- High: New London
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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