The quiet town of Old Saybrook lies on the Long Island beach. It's a fantastic catch for buyers searching for a waterside house with many beach and water activities. "From that perspective, Old Saybrook offers a lot, whether you want to live by a river, a cove, or the Long Island Sound," states Linda O'Hara, who leads Linda's team at William Raveis Real Estate. But Lewis Jump III, a Realtor with Remax ONE, says housing stock in the area is sparse. “It’s a tough area to sell,” he says. “The homes are in demand and sell really quick.”
Old Saybrook
Located in Middlesex County
Homes
In Old Saybrook, single-family homes with 1,200 square feet, three bedrooms, and two bathrooms on a spacious 2.5 acres start at about $340,000. Housing styles consist of colonials, ranch-style and Cape Cods. Larger acreages of land are typically found further inland, where certain Old Saybrook neighborhoods are tucked away in The Preserve, a wildlife preserve. In Old Saybrook, prices peak near the water at about $4.2 million. These opulent seaside residences typically feature 2,700 square feet, four bedrooms, and three bathrooms with views of the Long Island Sound. Due to the proximity to the beach, Jump III warns that the neighborhood and the Main Street district have “a lot of foot traffic.” There are some HOAs in the area and Jump says they usually charge by the years and most are reasonably priced. The community comes together annually for holiday celebrations, a Fourth of July parade and an annual art festival.
Schools
Old Saybrook Public Schools, which are renowned for their academics, teachers, clubs, activities, and college preparation—all of which have earned an A-minus grade or higher on Niche—teach students in the community. Additionally, Niche ranks the district as the best in Middlesex County. The youngest students in Old Saybrook begin their education at Kathleen E. Goodwin Elementary School. This school is well-known for its academics, teachers, and 10 to 1 student-teacher ratio. It has a B-plus rating on Niche. Old Saybrook Middle School's academic performance and teacher quality both get A-minus ratings on Niche. Old Saybrook High School, ranked No. 1 in Middlesex County and with an A grade on Niche, is where students complete their secondary education. The school offers popular clubs, activities, and top-notch academics and teachers. Numerous extracurricular activities are available to students, including groups for sailing, skiing, and dungeons & dragons. At Old Saybrook High, family frequently attend games to cheer on their teams. Sports are quite popular there.
Parks
Old Saybrook is renowned for its stunning beaches, each with its own village, ranging from Cove Beach to Great Hammock, Harvey's, and Chalker. "Everybody drives around in their golf carts in those communities," adds O'Hara. "The town is walkable as well. Everywhere you go, you may ride and walk." Another well-liked activity in Old Saybrook is golfing. A well-liked option is the Fenwick Golf Course near South Cove, so golfers can practice their swing while enjoying ocean views.
Shopping and Dining
Most of Old Saybrook’s eateries are along Route 1, which passes through Old Saybrook's southern section along the shore. Meals fit for gods may be found at the Parthenon Diner, where residents especially enjoy the "really hungry man" breakfast platter, which lives up to its name with bacon, ham, sausage, two eggs, home fries and toast. Groceries are found at Walt’s Food Market and Sam’s Food Store.
Events
The community comes together annually for holiday celebrations, a Fourth of July parade and an annual art festival.
Transportation
Interstate 95 can be accessed via Main Street and Route 1 for those who must commute.
Crime
The CAP Index crime score is 2 out of 10, which surpasses the national average of 4.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Michelle MacNeil
Michelle MacNeil
William Raveis Real Estate
(860) 854-1829
91 Total Sales
1 in Old Saybrook
$855,000 Price
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Michael Marsden
Michael Marsden
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(959) 500-5164
103 Total Sales
2 in Old Saybrook
$190K - $950K Price Range
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Tim Bray
Tim Bray
Seaport Real Estate Services
(959) 215-5403
68 Total Sales
1 in Old Saybrook
$625,000 Price
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Sandra Blevins
Sandra Blevins
William Raveis Real Estate
(855) 908-1937
88 Total Sales
1 in Old Saybrook
$225,000 Price
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Al Chiarito
Al Chiarito
Chiarito Real Estate LLC
(959) 265-2981
44 Total Sales
4 in Old Saybrook
$80K - $475K Price Range
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Maddy Mattson
Maddy Mattson
Coldwell Banker Realty
(860) 718-4370
60 Total Sales
9 in Old Saybrook
$342K - $1.2M Price Range
Schools
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- K to 5th
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- 6th to 8th
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- 9th to 12th
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Old Saybrook Housing Trends
On average, homes in Old Saybrook, CT sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Old Saybrook, CT over the last 12 months is $697,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$744,450
Median Sale Price
$697,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$752,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$575,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$556,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
163
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$490
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes for Sale
45
Months of Supply
3.30
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jul 1312 - 2pm
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Sunday, Jul 1312 - 3pm
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Sunday, Jul 1311am - 12:30pm
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,666 - $3,550 per month
- Saybrook Station Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 887+ Sq Ft
- 7 N Main St
- Old Saybrook, CT
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Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Old Saybrook Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
12,497
Median Age
56
Population under 18
15.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
33.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$109,950
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$135,503
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
College Graduates
51.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
39
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
