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$751,500

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 890 Sq. Ft.
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Beach living, redefined. Welcome to 78 Hartford Avenue, a rare coastal gem perched right on the water in the heart of Old Saybrook. With uninterrupted views, salty breezes, and your toes practically in the sand, this 3-bedroom beach retreat offers the kind of lifestyle most only dream about. Whether you're soaking in the sun from your patio, launching kayaks at sunrise, or hosting unforgettable summer nights with the sound of waves as your backdrop, this is beach life at its best. Inside, you'll find a sun-filled layout with clean, coastal vibes, 3 comfortable bedrooms, 1 full bath, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. The living space is effortless and unpretentious, just the way a beachfront escape should be, yet offers every ounce of charm and potential to make it your own. Spectacular views of the water. Minutes to town. No compromises. Locations like this doesn't come around twice.

Full Property Details for 78 Hartford Ave

General

  • Sold For: $751,500
  • HOA FEE: $40/month
  • HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
  • Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: SMARTMLS
  • MLS ID: 24091706
  • Added to Site: 262 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Number of Rooms: 5
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom, Main
  • Bedroom 1: Bedroom, Lower
  • Bedroom 2: Bedroom, Main

Other Rooms

  • Living Room: Living Room, Main
  • Kitchen: Kitchen, Main
  • Dining Room: Dining Room, Main

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Lighting, Patio

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 4
  • Parking: None, Off Street Parking, Driveway

Location

  • County: Middlesex
  • Driving Directions: GPS Friendly

School Information

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Old Saybrook

Community

  • Association: Yes
  • Home Owners Assn.: 1
  • Assoc. Fees Include: Lake/Beach Access

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air
  • Heating Type: Hot Air, Propane
  • Heating Fuel: Propane
  • Water Heater: Tank Size Unknown

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water: Public Water Connected

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Construction Status: No/Resale
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement Desc.: None
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Attic: Yes
  • Square Feet: 890
  • Above Ground: 890 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1930

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.13
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: Unpaved
  • Zoning: A
  • Lot Description: Water View

Water Features

  • Water Front: Yes
  • Water View: Yes
  • Water Front Desc.: L. I. Sound Frontage

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $475
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
  • Assessment Amount: $517,200
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026

Disclosures and Reports

  • Property ID: 1024360

Listed by Century 21 AllPoints Realty, THE ROBERT PERRIELLO TEAM, Robert Perriello
Sold by William Raveis Real Estate, LISA SWEENEY & TEAM, Lisa Sweeney

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    Century 21 AllPoints Realty

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Schools serving 78 Hartford Ave

School District:Old Saybrook School District
NameGradesDistance
Kathleen E. Goodwin School
80 Old Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
PK-31.1 mi
Old Saybrook Middle School
60 Sheffield Street, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
4-81.6 mi
Old Saybrook Senior High School
1111 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
9-120.8 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 78 Hartford Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/15/2025
Sold
$751,500
-5.47%
MLS
7/11/2025
Price Reduced
$795,000
-6.42%
MLS
5/01/2025
Listed
$849,500
—
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 Century 21 AllPoints Realty, THE ROBERT PERRIELLO TEAM, Robert Perriello
Sold by William Raveis Real Estate, LISA SWEENEY & TEAM, Lisa Sweeney

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78 Hartford Avenue, Old Saybrook, CT 06475 (MLS# 24091706) is a Single Family property that was sold at $751,500 on October 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 78 Hartford Avenue? 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.