#24083597, Diana Hartman, Listing Office: William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

20 Lyme St Old Lyme, CT 06371
Property details
About 20 Lyme St
A handsome & pristine C1850 4 Bed 3 Bath residence on much revered Lyme St, in the historic village district of Old Lyme. Steeped in history and formerly part of the town hall it was remarkably moved by horse & cart to its current site to become the post office & a masonic hall. In 2011 it was painstakingly converted to a private home from the ground up by the current owner, with every high end detail of construction & design imaginable, displaying an exquisite taste level. Upon entering the home, one is greeted by a very welcoming, expansive & dramatic hallway leading to a main floor guest suite, a chefs kitchen, and a small sitting room. At the end of the entrance hall are the glamorous formal living and dining areas, perfect for large party entertaining. With double height ceilings & windows providing abundant sunlight & air. The dramatic curved staircase leads to the upper level. There you will find the other 3 bedrooms, a media room and a wonderful landing for quiet repose, overlooking the living & dining spaces. The private & intimate garden can be accessed from french doors off of the dining and kitchen. Featuring lovely fruit trees, perennial flower beds and spacious terracing its a perfect space for outdoor dining and relaxation. This wonderful home provides all the comfort and luxuries one can ever need and minimum maintenance, whether being used as a primary or weekend getaway. 2 hours +/- to NYC or Boston 1hour +/1 to Bradley/Greene Airports
Highlights
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
- Basement: No
- Interior: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan, Security System
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Private Pool: No
- Parking: Attached Garage, Off Street Parking
- Waterfront: Waterfront, Beach
- View: Trees/Woods
- Exterior: Sidewalk, Terrace, Fruit Trees, Porch, Garden Area, Lighting, French Doors, Patio
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $1,695,000
- Price/SqFt: $448
- Annual Tax Amount: $7,361
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Secluded, Corner Lot, Trees, Level, Landscaped, Historic
- Directions: GPS friendly
- Year Built: 1850
- Living Area: 3,781 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.25 Acres
- MLS Number: 24093084
- Office Name: William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
- Office Phone: (860) 767-7488
- Office Email: rparkman@wpsir.com
- Listing Agent: Roger Parkman
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Mar 04, 2011 | Home Sold | $280,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2024 | $301,700 | $7,361 |
2023 | $301,700 | $7,090 |
2022 | $301,700 | $7,090 |
2021 | $301,700 | $7,030 |
2020 | $301,700 | $6,999 |
2019 | $314,200 | $7,041 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Mile Creek School
Public District KG-5
2.8 mi
•205 Mile Creek Rd
6
Kathleen E. Goodwin School
Public District PK-6
3.3 mi
•80 Old Boston Post Rd
7
Essex Elementary School
Public District PK-6
5.2 mi
•108 Main St
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 $103,728. Typical income of Old Lyme, CT residents is between $100k-200k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently asked questions
About 20 Lyme St
The listing price of 20 Lyme St property is $1,695,000.
The property 20 Lyme St is a house located in Old Lyme, Connecticut, 06371.
Active Listing: 20 Lyme St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 20 Lyme St are: Mile Creek School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Kathleen E. Goodwin School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Essex Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Lyme - Old Lyme Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Old Saybrook Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Westbrook Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Lyme - Old Lyme High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Old Saybrook Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Westbrook High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $7,361 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on March 4, 2011 for $280,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 20 Lyme St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 20 Lyme St is 3,781 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 20 Lyme St is 1850.
This home is located at 20 Lyme St in Old Lyme, CT and zip code 06371. This 3,781 square foot home, which was built in 1850, sits on a 0.25 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,695,000.
Over 1 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Old Lyme, CT. In the same period over 3 listings were sold below the listed price and 0 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Old Lyme, CT between March and April 2025 increased by 38.3%.