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Property Description
Unlock the potential at 38 Briarcliffe Road in East Haddam/Colchester. This cottage is brimming with potential for the right buyer and being sold as is. This is a year-round property that offers exceptional opportunity for investors, builders, or buyers looking for a renovation project in the sought-after lake community. Only two to three hours from Boston or NYC. Offering three bedrooms and one full bath, the main level includes a living room with working wood burning fireplace, a kitchen, a sunroom with laundry hookup and access to the basement. Hardwood floors are throughout the main level. This large 0.70 acreage property is set a few streets above Lake Hayward with water views and walkability to the water. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, and major highways, this home delivers the best of both tranquility and accessibility for seasonal or year-round living. Membership in the Lake Hayward Property Owners Association provides access to four private beaches, tennis and pickle ball courts, and summer events at the Pavilion. Enjoy the peaceful setting and stunning waterfront surroundings that make this home ideal for year-round living.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 38 Briarcliffe Rd
General
- Sold For: $245,000
- HOA FEE: $42/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24141980
- Added to Site: 47 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 5
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Appliances: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bath: Tub w/Shower, 5.1 x 7.11, Main
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 15.11 x 9.7, Main
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 12.3 x 9.7, Main
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, 9.4 x 9.7, Main
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, 16.4 x 11.7, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen, 11.7 x 11.7, Main
- Laundry: Main Level
- Other Room 1: Other - Laundry Hookup, 16 x 8.7, Main
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Shed, Covered Deck
- Color: Yellow
Location
- County: Middlesex
- Neighborhood: Lake Hayward
- Driving Directions: GPS to 38 Briarcliffe Rd Colchester, CT 06415
School Information
- Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
- High School: Per Board of Ed
Community
- Community Name: Lake Hayward
- Association: Yes
- Home Owners Assn.: 1
- Assoc. Fees Include: Lake/Beach Access
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Attic Fan
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Electric
- Heating Fuel: Electric
- Water Heater: Tank Size Unknown
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic
- Water: Private Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow, Cottage
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Shingle, Asbestos
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Unfinished, Storage, Concrete Floor, Partial With Walk-Out
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 1,070
- Above Ground: 1,070 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1923
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.7
- Zoning: L
- Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Sloping Lot, Cleared, Water View
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water View: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Lake, Beach Rights, Water Community
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $498
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Assessment Amount: $146,100
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 2269154
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Schools
Schools serving 38 Briarcliffe Rd
School District:East Haddam School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
East Haddam Elementary School 45 Joe Williams Rd., East Haddam, CT 06469 | PK-3 | 5.6 mi |
Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School 73 Clark Gates Rd., East Haddam, CT 06469 | 4-8 | 5.8 mi |
Nathan Hale-Ray High School 15 School Drive, East Haddam, CT 06469 | 9-12 | 5.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 38 Briarcliffe Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/09/2026
Sold
$245,000
-2%
MLS
12/04/2025
Listed
$250,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
38 Briarcliffe Road, East Haddam, CT 06415 (MLS# 24141980) is a Single Family property that was sold at $245,000 on January 09, 2026. This property was sold by Andrea Hayes from our Madison Office.Want to learn more about 38 Briarcliffe Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in East Haddam? You can browse all East Haddam real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.


