TWO HOMES SOLD TOGETHER! SOLD WITH 10 SWAN! Rare Sound View Opportunity! Offered for the first time since 1979, this unique property includes TWO YEAR-ROUND BEACH HOMES, creating endless possibilities for personal use or investment. Live in one and rent the other, rent both for maximum income potential, or enjoy the flexibility of having plenty of room for family and friends to spread out. #10 offers 2-3 bedrooms and has been updated with a new propane furnace and new roof. The charming second cottage, #8, features 1 bedroom and a delightful screened-in side porch-the perfect spot to relax after a day at the beach. The homes share a well and septic system and offer ample off-street parking, a rare find in this sought-after shoreline neighborhood. The current owner has historically enjoyed access through both the Old Colony and Sound View beach communities. Buyers are encouraged to perform their own due diligence regarding any beach association membership, rights, fees, and benefits. Whether you're looking for a family vacation getaway, or income-producing coastal investment, this is a rare chance to own a versatile property just moments from the beach. Showings begin on Sunday 7/5, 1-3pm
For sale
Price cut: $81K (7/14)
$799,000
8 Swan Avenue, Old Lyme, CT 06371
1beds
440sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$746,300 Zestimate®
$1,816/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Delightful screened-in side porchAmple off-street parkingNew roof
- 64 days
- 286
- 7
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kimberly R. Petersen (860)550-1772,
Coldwell Banker Realty 860-434-8600
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24187694
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
Features
- Wired for Data
- Basement: None
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 440
- Total interior livable area: 440 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 440
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Features
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Water Community, Association Optional
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Features: Non Conforming Lot, In Flood Zone
Details
- Parcel number: 1555498
- Zoning: R10
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank, Shared Septic
- Water: Well, Shared Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Sound View
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Old Lyme
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,816/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $280,600
- Annual tax amount: $4,554
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
Estimated market value
$746,300
$709,000 - $784,000
$1,813/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $799,000-9.2%$1,816/sqft |
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| 7/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $880,000+394.4%$2,000/sqft |
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| 9/24/2024 | Sold | $178,000+8800%$405/sqft |
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| 10/13/1987 | Sold | $2,000-97.8%$5/sqft |
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| 3/4/1987 | Sold | $90,000$205/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,554 +28.7% | $280,600 +93.5% |
| 2024 | $3,538 +3.8% | $145,000 |
| 2023 | $3,408 | $145,000 |
| 2022 | $3,408 +0.9% | $145,000 |
| 2021 | $3,379 +0.4% | $145,000 |
| 2020 | $3,364 -10.9% | $145,000 -13.9% |
| 2019 | $3,776 +2.3% | $168,500 |
| 2018 | $3,692 +0.7% | $168,500 |
| 2017 | $3,665 +2.6% | $168,500 |
| 2016 | $3,572 +2.8% | $168,500 |
| 2015 | $3,474 | $168,500 |
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Neighborhood: 06371
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Lyme-Old Lyme
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





