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.
Sold for $751,500 on 10/15/25
$751,500
78 Hartford Avenue, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
3beds
890sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
5,662.8 Square Feet Lot
$755,300 Zestimate®
$844/sqft
$2,248 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 16, 2025 at 06:31am
Listed by:
THE ROBERT PERRIELLO TEAM,
Robert Perriello 860-935-6588,
Century 21 AllPoints Realty 860-521-0021
Bought with:
Lisa A. Sweeney, RES.0467790
William Raveis Real Estate
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24091706
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Forced Air, Propane
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Basement: None
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 890
- Total interior livable area: 890 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 890
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: None, Off Street, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 5,662 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 1024360
- Zoning: A
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Old Saybrook
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $475 annually
- Amenities included: Lake/Beach Access
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$755,300
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