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  • $220,000

    56 Ireland Drive, Coventry, CT 06238

    2beds
    858sqft
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    $1,429/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1940
    4,791 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $256/sqft
    $10/mo HOA

    What's special

    HIGHEST & BEST OFFERS DUE BY 12PM ON 8/27. This quintessential 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath lake home, in Coventry Lake's Actors Colony Lake Association, is being sold with 2 additional lots for a total of 0.28 ac. Many upgrades have been made to this home, so you can relax and start living the lake life! UCONN and ECSU are just a few miles away! Coventry Village, restaurants, gym and shops are also nearby. New flooring was installed in both bedrooms 2026. An 8x10 addition to the house for laundry, storage and mechanicals was built in 2020. Other upgrades include the remodeled kitchen, bathroom, water treatment system, support beams and floor joists, whole house insulation, driveway and walkway, chimney repair and capping (this work is in progress), 40 gal hot water heater 2022, well pump 2025, new flooring in dining room and living room 2022, thermostats and lighting updated and so much more! In recent years the sellers have invested over $71,000 in improvements- a list of this work is attached to the listing. In addition to all of that, this adorable home has a terrific yard for those who like to garden, play yard games, have a bon fire or just relax in a large level yard. There's plenty of parking for you, your family & friends. If you want a taste of the "lake life," you'll enjoy being part of Actors Colony Association with a private beach on Coventry Lake where you can kayak, swim, paddle board, boat, jet ski, fish and ice skate! This is a super cute home at a GREAT PRICE!
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    Listed by:

    Cheri Trudon (860)214-1054,

    ERA Blanchard & Rossetto 860-646-2482

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24195675MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 2
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      Bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      Bathroom
      • Features: Remodeled
      • Level: Main
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      Kitchen
      • Features: Remodeled, Granite Counters
      • Level: Main
      Living room
      • Features: Fireplace
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Electric
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Wired for Data
      • Basement: Crawl Space
      • Attic: None
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 858
      • Total interior livable area: 858 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 858

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 8
      • Parking features: Paved, Driveway, Private
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Patio
      • Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Beach Access, Association Required, Water Community
      Lot
      • Size: 4,791 Square Feet
      • Features: Level
      Details
      • Parcel number: 1610747
      • Zoning: LR

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Cape Cod
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding, Block
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1940

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Septic Tank
      • Water: Well

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Lake/Beach Access
      • HOA fee: $120 annually
      Location
      • Region: Coventry

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $256/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $131,900
      • Annual tax amount: $3,134
      • Date on market: 8/13/2026

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/22/2026Listed for sale$220,000+97.3%$256/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24195675 Report a problem
        11/16/2017Sold$111,500-1.2%$130/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #170017686 Report a problem
        9/23/2017Listed for sale$112,900+252.8%$132/sqft
        Source: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices New England Properties #170017686 Report a problem
        7/21/2017Sold$32,000-8.6%$37/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #G10188099 Report a problem
        4/30/2017Price change$35,000-17.6%$41/sqft
        Source: Aspen Realty Group #G10188099 Report a problem
        3/30/2017Price change$42,500-10.5%$50/sqft
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        1/27/2017Price change$47,500-13.5%$55/sqft
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        12/27/2016Listed for sale$54,900-16.8%$64/sqft
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        12/5/2016Sold--0
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        5/26/2014Listing removed$66,000$77/sqft
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        4/23/2014Price change$66,000-1.5%$77/sqft
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        4/15/2014Price change$67,000+1.5%$78/sqft
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        3/22/2014Price change$66,000-1.5%$77/sqft
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        1/2/2014Price change$67,000+3.1%$78/sqft
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        12/31/2013Price change$65,000+16.1%$76/sqft
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        7/9/2013Price change$56,000-3.4%$65/sqft
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        6/20/2013Price change$58,000-3.3%$68/sqft
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        5/31/2013Price change$60,000-4.8%$70/sqft
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        3/13/2013Pending sale$63,000$73/sqft
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        2/19/2013Listed for sale$63,000$73/sqft
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        1/26/2013Pending sale$63,000$73/sqft
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        11/6/2012Price change$63,000-1.6%$73/sqft
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        10/29/2012Price change$64,000-1.5%$75/sqft
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        9/4/2012Price change$65,000-3%$76/sqft
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        8/27/2012Price change$67,000-6.9%$78/sqft
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        8/17/2012Listed for sale$72,000+10.8%$84/sqft
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        10/31/2003Sold$65,000+160%$76/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #G325391 Report a problem
        12/15/1999Sold$25,000$29/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,406 $75,800
        2024$2,406 $75,800
        2023$2,406 +1.9%$75,800
        2022$2,361 +9.1%$75,800 +9.1%
        2021$2,165 0%$69,500
        2020$2,166 -3.1%$69,500 +0.1%
        2019$2,235 +4.1%$69,400 +4%
        2018$2,148 +0.7%$66,700
        2017$2,134 +2.5%$66,700
        2016$2,081 $66,700
        2015$2,081 +0.4%$66,700 -8.4%
        2014$2,073 +1.8%$72,800
        2013$2,036 +3.6%$72,800
        2012$1,966 $72,800
        2011$1,966 +1.6%$72,800
        2010$1,935 +66.7%$72,800 +79%
        2009$1,161 +1.6%$40,670 0%
        2008$1,143 +1.9%$40,680
        2007$1,122 +2.5%$40,680
        2006$1,095 +17%$40,680 +38.4%
        2004$936 +4.9%$29,400
        2003$892 +8.8%$29,400
        2001$820 $29,400
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Coventry Lake

        Getting around

        10 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        16 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Coventry Grammar
        • Middle: Nathan Hale,Robertson
        • High: Coventry

        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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