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$3,400,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 4 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 3,518 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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An exceptional offering in the heart of North Cove, this storied estate presents a rare convergence of history, scale, and coastal prestige in Old Saybrook. Set on over an acre of beautifully sited grounds with direct water access and a private dock, the property offers a lifestyle that is both tranquil and connected, just moments from the Cove, local marinas, and the village center. The setting is quintessential shoreline New England: open, peaceful, and deeply tied to the surrounding water. The residence itself spans over 3,500 square feet, offering generous living spaces, multiple bedrooms, and a layout that reflects its centuries-old origins while accommodating modern living. Its scale and presence are immediately apparent, with architectural details and craftsmanship that speak to its early 18th-century roots and long-standing role in the community. Serving as the historic "Black Horse Tavern" in the early 18th century, the home carries a meaningful legacy within North Cove's maritime history. Today, it stands as a residence of enduring character, offering the opportunity to thoughtfully preserve and enhance a truly distinctive property within the parameters that protect its historic significance. Properties of this caliber, where setting, scale, waterfront access, and provenance align, rarely come to market. This is a chance to own a significant piece of Old Saybrook's shoreline heritage in one of its most sought-after locations.

Full Property Details for 175 N Cove Rd

General

  • Sold For: $3,400,000
  • Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: SMARTMLS
  • MLS ID: 24166649
  • Added to Site: 128 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 10
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available, Security System
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 3
  • Appliances: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom - Full Bath, Walk-In Closet, Wide Board Floor, 17.3 x 27.7, Main
  • Primary Bedroom 2: Primary Bedroom - Bedroom Suite, Full Bath, Wide Board Floor, 17.9 x 19, Upper
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Wide Board Floor, 11.8 x 12.11, Upper
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Wide Board Floor, 11.8 x 13.2, Upper

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Living Room - Combination Liv/Din Rm, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor, 14.3 x 19.1, Main
  • Eat In Kitchen: Eat-In Kitchen - Dining Area, Fireplace, Pantry, Wide Board Floor, 15.7 x 22.8, Main
  • Study: Wide Board Floor, 15.7 x 8, Upper
  • Laundry: Main Level

Additional Information

  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Description: Gunite, In Ground Pool

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Garden Area, French Doors, Patio
  • Color: Ivory

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 6
  • Parking: Attached Garage, Off Street Parking, Driveway

Location

  • County: Middlesex
  • Driving Directions: GPS friendly

School Information

  • Elementary School: Kathleen E. Goodwin
  • High School: Old Saybrook

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Hot Air, Oil
  • Heating Fuel: Oil
  • Water Heater: Oil, Domestic

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Public Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Antique
  • Construction Status: No/Resale
  • Exterior Const.: Clapboard
  • Basement Desc.: Partial, Unfinished, Garage Access
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Attic: Yes
  • Square Feet: 3,518
  • Above Ground: 3,518 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1704

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 1.3
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: Crushed Stone
  • Zoning: AA-2
  • Lot Description: Sloping Lot, Cleared, Professionally Landscaped, Historic District, Water View

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Front Desc.: River, Dock or Mooring, View

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Amount: $2,237,500
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • Property ID: 1026841

Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Susan Malan
Sold by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Jay Contessa

Listing agent

— 175 N Cove Rd —

  • Susan Malan

    William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

Agent Contact: (860) 767-5011 Office Contact: (860) 767-7488

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NMLS#: 1598647

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Schools serving 175 N Cove Rd

School District:Old Saybrook School District
NameGradesDistance
Old Saybrook Middle School
60 Sheffield Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
4-80.9 mi
Kathleen E. Goodwin School
80 Old Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
PK-31.4 mi
Old Saybrook Senior High School
1111 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
9-122.1 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 175 N Cove Rd

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/15/2026
Sold
$3,400,000
-7.98%
MLS
4/17/2026
Listed
$3,695,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Susan Malan
Sold by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Jay Contessa

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175 North Cove Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475 (MLS# 24166649) is a Single Family property that was sold at $3,400,000 on July 15, 2026. Want to learn more about 175 North Cove Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Old Saybrook? You can browse all Old Saybrook real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.