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$475,000

8 Cove View Drive, Waterford, CT 06375

3beds

1,649sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1952

6,098 Square Feet Lot

$481,500 Zestimate^®

$288/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Waterfront on smith coveComfortable ranch homeSunny and welcomingImmediate access feasibleUpdated heated mechanicalsRemodeled bath

Affordable Waterfront on Smith Cove! Immediate access feasible. NO flood insurance required. Comfortable ranch home with expansive year round views/access. Pre-existing dock "as is", with reconstruction this is an easy spot to drop a kayak/canoe or tie up a small boat. Venture out to the Thames River. Extensive remodeling has been done within the home in the past 3 years. Enjoy a newer kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. Remodeled bath, roof (2025), as well as updated heated mechanicals. Lower level is a a walkout, as noted on floor plan, room for further completion- 3rd bedroom, half bath, and den provide for potential independent living area. Sunny and welcoming, this location is minutes to I-395/I-95. Short drive to train station, coast guard and EB. Walking distance to CT College and it's Arboretum. 750 acres of grounds and walking trails, open all year. Convenient picturesque and turn key.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 142.51 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14.11 x 10.1

Bedroom

Level: Main
Area: 117.5 Square Feet
Dimensions: 9.4 x 12.5

Bedroom

Level: Lower
Area: 179.2 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14 x 12.8

Bathroom

Level: Main
Area: 56.09 Square Feet
Dimensions: 7.1 x 7.9

Bathroom

Level: Lower
Area: 31 Square Feet
Dimensions: 5 x 6.2

Dining room

Level: Main
Area: 122.88 Square Feet
Dimensions: 9.6 x 12.8

Kitchen

Level: Main
Area: 165.77 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13.7 x 12.1

Living room

Level: Main
Area: 273.73 Square Feet
Dimensions: 14.11 x 19.4

Other

Level: Lower
Area: 862.92 Square Feet
Dimensions: 28.2 x 30.6

Heating

Forced Air, Propane

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater
Laundry: Lower Level

Features

Open Floorplan
Basement: Full,Partially Finished
Attic: Access Via Hatch
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,649
Total interior livable area: 1,649 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,049
Finished area below ground: 600

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 3
Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Asphalt
Attached garage spaces: 1
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Patio & porch: Patio
Has view: Yes
View description: Water
Has water view: Yes
Water view: Water
Waterfront features: Waterfront, River Front, Dock or Mooring, Access

Lot

Size: 6,098 Square Feet
Features: Sloped

Details

Parcel number: 1593597
Zoning: VR75W
Other equipment: Generator

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: 1952

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Golf, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Rec Facilities, Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Quaker Hill

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $288/sqft
Tax assessed value: $214,710
Annual tax amount: $5,016
Date on market: 6/8/2026

Estimated market value

$481,500

$457,000 - $506,000

$2,861/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/8/2026	Listed for sale	$475,000$288/sqft
Source: Smart MLS #24181350 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,016 +4.8%	$214,710
2024	$4,788 +5.2%	$214,710
2023	$4,552 -10.7%	$214,710 +16%
2022	$5,099 -0.3%	$185,030
2021	$5,114 -0.8%	$185,030
2020	$5,157 -0.4%	$185,030
2019	$5,177 +2%	$185,030
2018	$5,074 +10.8%	$185,030 +9.2%
2017	$4,579 +4.6%	$169,410
2015	$4,376 +4.2%	$169,410
2014	$4,201 -15.9%	$169,410 -33%
2012	$4,995 +5.2%	$252,680
2011	$4,748 +4.2%	$252,680
2010	$4,558 +7%	$252,680
2009	$4,260 +60.8%	--
2008	$2,649 -20%	$157,090
2007	$3,310 +5.9%	$157,090
2006	$3,125 +5.6%	$157,090
2005	$2,960 +10.9%	$157,090 0%
2003	$2,668 +58.8%	$157,100 +58%
2001	$1,680 +13.2%	$99,400 +0%
1997	$1,484	$99,370

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