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$1,150,000

  • For Sale
  • Active
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2,088 Sq. Ft.
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This completely remodeled & updated contemporary craftsman ranch style home is located just steps to the private association beach with LI Sound views from the property! The home features an open & airy concept that brings in the ambient light with plenty of dining and entertaining space both inside & out. The entire home has been tastefully & completely remodeled to include the open kitchen with center island & quartz countertops that flows seamlessly to the dining area, with it's gas fireplace, skylights & slider that walks-out to a new & beautiful paver front patio. The living room is also open to the kitchen & offers plenty of oversized windows as well as access to a spacious & new paver rear patio partially covered by a fixed awning ideal for Al fresco dining & entertaining many guests! Adjacent to the patio is an exterior full bath for outdoor entertaining as well as your return from the beach! There are also two bedrooms & a full bath with laundry on the main living level. The upper level features an exceptional primary bedroom & a 4th bedroom/office which offers a walk-in closet. A full bath rounds out this level. The home is situated on an oversized lot offering nice yard space & two driveways for plenty of guest parking. Additional features & amenities include new Luxury vinyl flooring & recessed lighting throughout the home, a storage shed & much, much more. You have to see this impeccable home & it's proximity to one of CT's premier private beaches to believe it!

Full Property Details for 56 Columbus Ave

General

  • Price: $1,150,000
  • HOA FEE: $8/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: SMARTMLS
  • MLS ID: 24164091
  • Updated: 4/3/2026
  • Added to Site: 52 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 7
  • Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Icemaker, Dishwasher

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Remodeled, Ceiling Fan, Vinyl Floor, 16 x 14, Upper
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Remodeled, Vinyl Floor, 11 x 11, Main
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Remodeled, Vinyl Floor, 14 x 13, Main
  • Bedroom 3: Bedroom - Remodeled, Ceiling Fan, Walk-In Closet, Vinyl Floor, 12 x 9, Upper

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Living Room - Remodeled, Bay/Bow Window, Ceiling Fan, Patio/Terrace, Sliders, Vinyl Floor, 21 x 15, Main
  • Kitchen: Kitchen - Remodeled, Quartz Counters, Island, Pantry, Vinyl Floor, 14 x 12, Main
  • Dining Room: Dining Room - Remodeled, Bay/Bow Window, Skylight, Gas Log Fireplace, Patio/Terrace, Vinyl Floor, 24 x 12, Main
  • Laundry: Main Level

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Shed, Awnings, Porch, Gutters, Lighting, Patio
  • Color: Cape Cod Gray

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 6
  • Parking: Off Street Parking, Driveway

Location

  • County: New London
  • Neighborhood: Hawk&Apos;S Nest Beach
  • Driving Directions: Shore Road to Columbus Ave

School Information

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Lyme-Old Lyme

Community

  • Community Name: Hawk&Apos;S Nest Beach
  • Association: Yes
  • Home Owners Assn.: 1
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Club House, Tennis, Lake/Beach Access

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Ceiling Fans, Central Air
  • Heating Type: Hot Air, Propane
  • Heating Fuel: Propane
  • Water Heater: Electric, 65 Gallon Tank

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Public Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod, Contemporary
  • Construction Status: No/Resale
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement Desc.: Crawl Space, Unfinished, Sump Pump
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Attic: Yes
  • Square Feet: 2,088
  • Above Ground: 2,088 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1952

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.19
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: Crushed Stone
  • Zoning: R-10
  • Lot Description: Fence - Full, Level Lot, Water View, Open Lot

Water Features

  • Water Front Desc.: Walk to Water, Beach Rights, View, Access

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat, Ridge Vents, Thermopane Windows

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $100
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
  • Assessment Amount: $476,900
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Property ID: 1554692

Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Kevin Geysen

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  • Kevin Geysen

    William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

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Schools serving 56 Columbus Ave

School District:Regional School District 18
NameGradesDistance
Mile Creek School
205 Mile Creek Road, Old Lyme, CT 06371
K-50.7 mi
Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
53 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371
6-83.3 mi
Lyme-Old Lyme High School
69 Lyme Street, Old Lyme, CT 06371
9-123.4 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 56 Columbus Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Details
Price
Change
Source
4/03/2026
Listed
$1,150,000
37.72%
MLS
10/30/2023
Sold
$835,000
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Tax History for 56 Columbus Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$7,740
15%
$476,900
73%
2023
$6,710
4%
$275,000
—
2023
$6,463
—
$275,000
—
2022
$6,463
1%
$275,000
—
2021
$6,408
—
$275,000
—
2020
$6,380
-1%
$275,000
-5%
2019
$6,456
2%
$288,100
—
2018
$6,312
1%
$288,100
—
2017
$6,266
3%
$288,100
—
2016
$6,108
3%
$288,100
—
2015
$5,941
13%
$288,100
7%
2014
$5,271
17%
$268,100
15%
2011
$4,510
—
$233,700
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56 Columbus Avenue, Old Lyme, CT 06371 (MLS# 24164091) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 56 Columbus Avenue is currently listed for $1,150,000 and was received on April 03, 2026. Want to learn more about 56 Columbus Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Old Lyme? You can browse all Old Lyme real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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