Charming Country Retreat in Sought-After Guilford! Welcome to your private oasis! Nestled on a spacious, serene lot in highly desirable Guilford, this beautifully updated home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and charm. Step inside to discover gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main level, a sun-filled living room with a cozy fireplace, and a renovated kitchen featuring a stunning stone island, farmhouse sink, and sleek stainless-steel appliances - ideal for gatherings and home cooking. The open-concept layout flows into a warm and inviting family room, complete with a built-in bar and access to the deck overlooking the expansive backyard. Enjoy outdoor living with a large, private yard, complete with a fire pit, patio and deck - perfect for entertaining or quiet evenings under the stars. The fully finished lower level includes a walk-out to the patio, a fireplace, half bath, and a flexible space that could serve as a fourth bedroom, office, or guest suite. Move-in ready and packed with charm - this is the perfect place to call home! Additional highlights include: New furnace, roof, and well pump 2-car garage Laundry on both main and lower levels Oil and electric heat options
Sold for $518,000
$518,000
550 West Lake Avenue, Guilford, CT 06437
3beds
1,936sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
2.5 Acres Lot
$535,700 Zestimate®
$268/sqft
$4,475 Estimated rent
Home value
$535,700
$477,000 - $605,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Bobby Moran 203-889-1670,
Coldwell Banker Realty 203-239-2553,
Tracy Matthews 203-980-0075,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Nicole G. Talmadge, RES.0798433
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24098819
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Family room
- Features: Wet Bar, Fireplace
- Level: Lower
Family room
- Features: Skylight, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Dry Bar
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Living room
- Features: Fireplace
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Oil
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Cooler, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level, Upper Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Heated,Finished,Garage Access,Cooled
- Attic: Storage,Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,936
- Total interior livable area: 1,936 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,236
- Finished area below ground: 700
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 2.5 Acres
- Features: Secluded, Wooded, Rolling Slope
Details
- Parcel number: 1118733
- Zoning: R-7
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Raised
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Guilford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $268/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $281,820
- Annual tax amount: $7,792
- Date on market: 5/27/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/6/2025 | Pending sale | $529,000+2.1%$273/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24098819 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2025 | Sold | $518,000-2.1%$268/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24098819 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2025 | Price change | $529,000-1.9%$273/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24098819 Report a problem | ||
| 5/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $539,000+45.7%$278/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24098819 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2021 | Sold | $370,000-1.3%$191/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170421491 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2021 | Pending sale | $375,000$194/sqft |
Source:  William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #170421491 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2021 | Listed for sale | $375,000$194/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #170421491 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,792 +4% | $281,820 |
| 2024 | $7,491 +2.7% | $281,820 |
| 2023 | $7,294 +13.3% | $281,820 +45.5% |
| 2022 | $6,439 +1.9% | $193,640 |
| 2021 | $6,317 +1% | $193,640 |
| 2020 | $6,257 +0.9% | $193,640 |
| 2019 | $6,202 +2.4% | $193,640 |
| 2018 | $6,057 +2.1% | $193,640 -4.2% |
| 2017 | $5,935 +4% | $202,150 |
| 2015 | $5,709 +3% | $202,150 |
| 2014 | $5,543 -7.9% | $202,150 -22.5% |
| 2013 | $6,018 +3.1% | $260,990 |
| 2012 | $5,836 +3.9% | $260,990 |
| 2011 | $5,617 +3.3% | $260,990 |
| 2010 | $5,436 +3.9% | $260,990 |
| 2009 | $5,230 +50.3% | $260,990 +43.9% |
| 2008 | $3,479 -21.1% | $181,310 |
| 2007 | $4,409 +5% | $181,310 |
| 2006 | $4,199 +4% | $181,310 |
| 2005 | $4,038 +5.2% | $181,310 +0% |
| 2003 | $3,838 -1.8% | $181,300 +47.3% |
| 2001 | $3,908 | $123,100 |
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Neighborhood: 06437
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