Beach living, redefined. Welcome to 78 Hartford Avenue, a rare coastal gem perched right on the water in the heart of Old Saybrook. With uninterrupted views, salty breezes, and your toes practically in the sand, this 3-bedroom beach retreat offers the kind of lifestyle most only dream about. Whether you're soaking in the sun from your patio, launching kayaks at sunrise, or hosting unforgettable summer nights with the sound of waves as your backdrop, this is beach life at its best. Inside, you'll find a sun-filled layout with clean, coastal vibes, 3 comfortable bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The living space is effortless and unpretentious, just the way a beachfront escape should be, yet offers every ounce of charm and potential to make it your own. Spectacular views of the water. Minutes to town. No compromises. Locations like this doesn't come around twice.
Sold for $751,500
$751,500
78 Hartford Avenue, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
3beds
890sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
5,662 Square Feet Lot
$784,600 Zestimate®
$844/sqft
$2,434 Estimated rent
Home value
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$722,000 - $855,000
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Uninterrupted viewsLaunching kayaksSun-filled layoutSalty breezesClean coastal vibesSeamless indoor-outdoor flow
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Listed by:
THE ROBERT PERRIELLO TEAM,
Robert Perriello 860-935-6588,
Century 21 AllPoints Realty 860-521-0021
Bought with:
Lisa A. Sweeney, RES.0467790
William Raveis Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24091706
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Basement: None
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 890
- Total interior livable area: 890 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 890
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: None, Off Street, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 5,662 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 1024360
- Zoning: A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Lake/Beach Access
- HOA fee: $475 annually
Location
- Region: Old Saybrook
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $844/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $517,200
- Annual tax amount: $8,017
- Date on market: 5/1/2025
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/15/2025 | Sold | $751,500-5.5%$844/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Pending sale | $795,000$893/sqft |
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| 7/11/2025 | Price change | $795,000-6.4%$893/sqft |
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| 5/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $849,500+0.1%$954/sqft |
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| 8/31/2024 | Listing removed | $849,000$954/sqft |
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| 8/22/2024 | Price change | $849,000-5.1%$954/sqft |
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| 6/5/2024 | Price change | $895,000-3.8%$1,006/sqft |
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| 3/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $930,000+3.4%$1,045/sqft |
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| 11/29/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/15/2023 | Price change | $899,000-9.6%$1,010/sqft |
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| 8/25/2023 | Listed for sale | $995,000+126.1%$1,118/sqft |
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| 1/27/2017 | Sold | $440,000-4.3%$494/sqft |
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| 12/23/2016 | Price change | $459,900-6.1%$517/sqft |
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| 11/11/2016 | Listed for sale | $489,900+11.3%$550/sqft |
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| 8/27/2014 | Sold | $440,000-5.4%$494/sqft |
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| 7/5/2014 | Price change | $464,999-5.1%$522/sqft |
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| 5/23/2014 | Price change | $489,999-3.9%$551/sqft |
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| 4/15/2014 | Listed for sale | $509,900+13.3%$573/sqft |
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| 9/5/2012 | Listing removed | $449,900$506/sqft |
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| 5/7/2012 | Price change | $449,900-2.2%$506/sqft |
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| 4/16/2012 | Price change | $459,900-3.2%$517/sqft |
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| 2/24/2012 | Listed for sale | $474,900-5%$534/sqft |
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| 10/22/2011 | Listing removed | $499,900$562/sqft |
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| 8/5/2011 | Price change | $499,900-2%$562/sqft |
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| 7/12/2011 | Price change | $509,900-2.9%$573/sqft |
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| 5/17/2011 | Listed for sale | $524,900-2.3%$590/sqft |
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| 8/18/2005 | Sold | $537,500+182.9%$604/sqft |
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| 4/30/1999 | Sold | $190,000$213/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,017 +2% | $517,200 |
| 2024 | $7,861 +27% | $517,200 +70.9% |
| 2023 | $6,190 +1.8% | $302,700 |
| 2022 | $6,078 +0.1% | $302,700 |
| 2021 | $6,069 | $302,700 |
| 2020 | $6,069 +1.5% | $302,700 |
| 2019 | $5,978 -5.8% | $302,700 -6.5% |
| 2018 | $6,346 -0.3% | $323,800 |
| 2017 | $6,366 +2.1% | $323,800 |
| 2016 | $6,236 +2.4% | $323,800 |
| 2015 | $6,091 +1.7% | $323,800 |
| 2014 | $5,990 +42.2% | $323,800 +16.8% |
| 2013 | $4,213 +3.9% | $277,200 |
| 2012 | $4,053 +4.7% | $277,200 +0.7% |
| 2011 | $3,871 +4.6% | $275,300 |
| 2009 | $3,700 +9.5% | $275,300 +29% |
| 2007 | $3,380 +10.6% | $213,400 +1.9% |
| 2005 | $3,057 +5.8% | $209,400 |
| 2004 | $2,890 +0.1% | $209,400 +56.5% |
| 2003 | $2,886 +10.2% | $133,800 +1.1% |
| 2001 | $2,618 +34% | $132,400 -0.7% |
| 1995 | $1,954 | $133,310 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Saybrook Manor
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Kathleen E. Goodwin SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.1 mi
- 8/10Old Saybrook Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10Old Saybrook Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Old Saybrook
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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- Connecticut
- Middlesex County
- Old Saybrook
- 06475
- Saybrook Manor
- 78 Hartford Avenue
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