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  • $374,900

    72 Baker Avenue, Groton, CT 06340

    3beds
    1,464sqft
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    $2,622/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1877
    0.29 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $256/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Welcome to 72 Baker Avenue, a truly special 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial offering nearly 1,500 sq. ft. of character-filled living space on a level lot in desirable historic Fort Griswold! The location is truly hard to beat-set back in a quiet neighborhood, just steps from the Electric Boat facility & local parks, and only minutes from the Sub Base, U.S. Coast Guard Academy, New London, Mystic, & major highways! Loaded with charm & thoughtful updates throughout, this home starts with a classic farmer's porch offering Thames River views. Inside, spacious living & dining rooms feature beautiful hardwood floors and impressive 9-foot-plus ceilings. The remodeled eat-in kitchen offers granite countertops and sliders leading to an expansive rear deck overlooking the newly vinyl-fenced backyard-an incredible setup for entertaining, pets, play, or simply relaxing outdoors! Upstairs, all three bedrooms offer hardwood flooring, while recent improvements include updated kitchen & bathroom flooring and stylish metal stair balusters. A full basement with hatchway for storage, spacious storage shed, and public water & sewer add everyday function. Historic charm, thoughtful improvements, incredible outdoor space & exceptional convenience come together in one amazing Groton home. Make it yours today, this one won't last! ---------Groton is one of southeastern Connecticut's most convenient waterfront communities! 72 Baker Avenue is ideally positioned in the historic Fort Griswold area, just steps from the Thames River and Fort Griswold Battlefield State Park. Enjoy quick access to Electric Boat, the Naval Submarine Base New London, Pfizer, UConn Avery Point, Washington Park, local marinas, golf, libraries, playgrounds, restaurants, shopping & everyday services. Commuters will appreciate convenient connections to I-95, Route 12 and Route 184, placing New London, Mystic, Waterford and the shoreline within easy reach. Spend weekends exploring downtown Mystic, Bluff Point, Eastern Point Beach, local trails, boating, fishing & everything the Connecticut shoreline has to offer. It's an ideal home base for work, weekends & everything in between! Groton combines rich history, major employment centers, recreation and coastal living in one exceptionally well-connected location!
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    Listed by:

    Storm Steinberg (508)648-8848,

    Carbutti & Co., Realtors 203-269-4910,

    Christopher Farrell 860-480-1799,

    Carbutti & Co., Realtors

    Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24211159MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 154 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 x 14
      Bedroom
      • Features: Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 99 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 x 11
      Bedroom
      • Features: Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 99 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 x 11
      Bathroom
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 42 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 6 x 7
      Bathroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 18 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 3 x 6
      Dining room
      • Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 143 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 x 13
      Kitchen
      • Features: Remodeled, Granite Counters, Galley, Sliders, Laminate Floor
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 162 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9 x 18
      Living room
      • Features: High Ceilings, Hardwood Floor
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 216 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 x 18
      Heating
      • Hot Water, Oil
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Range, Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
      • Laundry: Lower Level
      Features
      • Wired for Data
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished,Sump Pump,Storage Space,Interior Entry,Concrete
      • Attic: Crawl Space,Access Via Hatch
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,464
      • Total interior livable area: 1,464 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,464

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Paved, Off Street, Driveway, Private
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: Hard/Low Nap Floors, Multiple Entries/Exits
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Porch, Deck
      • Exterior features: Sidewalk, Rain Gutters
      • Fencing: Full
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Water
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: Water
      • Waterfront features: Walk to Water
      Lot
      • Size: 0.29 Acres
      • Features: Dry, Level, Open Lot
      Details
      • Additional structures: Shed(s)
      • Parcel number: 1949729
      • Zoning: R52

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Colonial
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Aluminum Siding
      • Foundation: Stone
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1877

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Golf, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground, Shopping/Mall
      • Subdivision: Fort Griswold
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Groton

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $256/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $228,970
      • Annual tax amount: $6,620
      • Date on market: 10/2/2026

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/9/2026Listed for sale$374,900+4.1%$256/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24211159 Report a problem
        10/11/2024Sold$360,000+7.5%$246/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24044376 Report a problem
        9/6/2024Listed for sale$334,900+272.1%$229/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #24044376 Report a problem
        2/3/2017Listing removed$1,700$1/sqft
        Source: iHOUSEweb, Inc. #72Baker Report a problem
        1/26/2017Listed for rent$1,700$1/sqft
        Source: iHOUSEweb, Inc. #72Baker Report a problem
        5/12/2016Sold$90,000-9.9%$61/sqft
        Source: Smart MLS #E10110818 Report a problem
        4/22/2016Price change$99,900-16.7%$68/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Home Team #E10110818 Report a problem
        3/22/2016Price change$119,900-8.4%$82/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Home Team #E10110818 Report a problem
        2/21/2016Listed for sale$130,900$89/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Home Team #E10110818 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$6,620 +7.5%$228,970
        2024$6,157 +4.2%$228,970
        2023$5,907 +3.4%$228,970
        2022$5,713 +22.8%$228,970 +49%
        2021$4,653 +3%$153,650
        2020$4,519 +3.3%$153,650
        2019$4,374 -1%$153,650
        2018$4,417 -0.4%$153,650
        2017$4,433 +18.6%$153,650 +11.6%
        2016$3,738 +1.3%$137,620
        2015$3,691 +7.5%$137,620
        2014$3,434 -1.4%$137,620
        2013$3,484 +2%$137,620
        2012$3,415 -2%$137,620 -9.1%
        2011$3,486 +2.1%$151,410
        2010$3,414 +2.1%$151,410
        2009$3,345 +7%$151,410
        2008$3,127 +13.5%--
        2006$2,755 +20%$95,130 -1.1%
        2005$2,295 -13.3%$96,180
        2004$2,648 -0.5%$96,180
        2003$2,660 +10.8%$96,180 +14%
        2001$2,400 -4.7%$84,350 +4.3%
        2000$2,518 -2.1%$80,850 -4.1%
        1996$2,573 $84,350
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 06340

        Getting around

        56 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        42 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Middle: Groton Middle School
        • High: Fitch Senior

        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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