#24084340, Maggie Brennan, Listing office: Coldwell Banker Realty
#24094889·
Listing office: Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.·
Listing agent: Cheryl Auerbach·
Listing office phone: (860) 536-4906
$799,000 List price
178 Shore Ave Groton, CT 06340
5 beds
2 full, 1 partial
2,526 sqft
0.2 acres
$316 / sqft
House
Property details
About 178 Shore Ave
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.
Highlights
Home typeOther
HeatingHot Water
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Under Contract - Continue to Show)
(Under Contract - Continue to Show)
CoolingCentral Air, Split System, Wall Unit(s), Zoned
Size2,526 sqft
Lot size0.17 Acres
Year built1890
ParkingAttached Garage, Detached Garage
MLS #24094889
Attached garage1 space
WaterfrontWaterfront, River
ViewWater
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Basement: No
- Interior: Cable - Available
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Attached Garage, Detached Garage
- Waterfront: Waterfront, River
- View: Water
- Architectural Style: Colonial, Victorian
- Heating: Hot Water
- Cooling: Central Air, Split System, Wall Unit(s), Zoned
- List Price: $799,000
- Price/SqFt: $316
- Annual Tax Amount: $10,223
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Level, Historic, Views, Open Lot
- Directions: Exit 87, Eastern Point Road to Tyler Ave, right on Shore Ave, pass the detour signs and continue, house is on the left, Park in the front
- Year Built: 1890
- Living Area: 2,526 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
- MLS Number: 24094889
- Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
- Office Phone: (860) 536-4906
- Office Email: cherylauerbach@bhhsne.com
- Listing Agent: Cheryl Auerbach
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 02, 2017 | Home Sold | $450,000 |
| Sep 05, 2003 | Home Sold | $308,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $380,170 | $10,223 |
| 2023 | $380,170 | $9,808 |
| 2022 | $357,350 | $8,916 |
| 2021 | $290,570 | $8,798 |
| 2020 | $290,570 | $8,546 |
| 2019 | $290,570 | $8,273 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School
Public Magnet KG-5
1.3 mi
•37 Beech Dr
2
Harbor Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.6 mi
•432 Montauk Ave
4
Catherine Kolnaski STEAM Magnet School
Public Magnet PK-5
1.8 mi
•500 Poquonnock Rd
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $121,277. The majority of Groton, CT residents have income between $100k-200k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
12%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
36%
100k-200k
22%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
43%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
36%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
5%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
51%
18-34 yrs old
27%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Symphony or Opera
PGA/LPGA
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Chico's
Stein Mart
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Bonefish Grill
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
Lincoln
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Talk/Personality
Classical
Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 178 Shore Ave
The listing price of 178 Shore Ave property is $799,000.
The property 178 Shore Ave is a house located in Groton, Connecticut, 06340.
Accepting Backup Offers: 178 Shore Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 178 Shore Ave are: Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Harbor Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Catherine Kolnaski STEAM Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Interdistrict School for Arts and Communication (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Bennie Dover Jackson International Education and Dual Language Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Clark Lane Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Marine Science Magnet High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), New London Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Waterford High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $10,223 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on October 2, 2017 for $450,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 178 Shore Ave has 5 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 178 Shore Ave is 2,526 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 178 Shore Ave is 1890.
This home is located at 178 Shore Ave in Groton, CT and zip code 06340. This 2,526 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $799,000.
In June 2025 more than 10 listings in Groton, CT were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 4 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Groton, CT did not change between May and June 2025.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.