Welcome to your dream house! Spend your mornings relaxing on the perfect wrap-around porch with water views of the Thames River, and your evenings enjoying stunning sunsets. Located in the picturesque neighborhood of Eastern Point, this home is just steps from a scenic neighborhood beach on Long Island Sound and a premier 18-hole golf course. Inside, this timeless and thoroughly updated residence welcomes you with an elegant living room featuring a fireplace and built-in bookshelves. The adjacent family room includes a second fireplace, creating an inviting space for relaxation and gatherings. The upgraded kitchen is a chef's dream, highlighted by a glowing granite center island, a Wolf gas cooktop and stove, full-wall pantry, counter seating, and a spacious dining area. Sliding doors lead out to the back deck, perfect for grilling and entertaining. Off the kitchen, a generous mudroom and laundry area provide practical access from the attached garage. The curved staircase leads upstairs to three bedrooms, including a primary suite with a remodeled bathroom and jacuzzi tub. The third floor offers three additional rooms with ample space for guests, a home office, or storage. A redesigned detached garage provides more options for hobbies and studio space. Additional updates include 5 mini-splits for heating and cooling, a no-maintenance fence, and updated plumbing and electrical. This truly special home offers a refined lifestyle along the waterfront.
For sale
Price cut: $14K (8/15)
$785,000
178 Shore Avenue, Groton, CT 06340
5beds
2,526sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$311/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gas fireplaceWrap-around porchBack deckGlowing granite center islandScenic neighborhood beachBuilt-in bookshelvesRemodeled bathroom
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: 15 hours ago
Listed by:
Auerbach Hebert Team at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services,
Cheryl D. Auerbach,
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24094889

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Features: Remodeled, Sliders
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: High Ceilings, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: High Ceilings, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Hot Water, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air, Ductless, Wall Unit(s), Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Partially Finished,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,526
- Total interior livable area: 2,526 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,526
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, River Front, Walk to Water
Lot
- Size: 7,405.2 Square Feet
- Features: Level, Historic District, Open Lot, In Flood Zone
Details
- Parcel number: 1951430
- Zoning: R8
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors, Windows
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Playground
- Subdivision: Eastern Point
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Groton
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $311/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $380,170
- Annual tax amount: $10,991
- Date on market: 5/14/2025
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