
1 Lyme St Old Lyme, CT 06371
Estimated Value: $1,159,503 - $1,407,000
Highlights
- Barn
- The property is located in a historic district
- Colonial Architecture
- Mile Creek School Rated A
- 2.65 Acre Lot
- 3-minute walk to DEEP Marine Headquarters - Ferry Landing Park
About This Home
As of May 2021"THE McCURDY HOUSE" under one family ownership for over three hundred years is being offered to the market for the first time. Reputed to be the oldest home at the epicenter of picturesque, historic Old Lyme Village, the property is located on what is now known as "Church Corner". Steeped in history, available archives show that our Founding Fathers, notably George Washington and the Marquis de Lafayette as house guests. This very handsome 12 room, 5 bedroom 17th century colonial residence and its impressive large antique red barn sit on 2.65, tranquil, beautifully landscaped acres, with the potential of creating a pleasing sub-divided building lot. As expected, the home offers some wonderful and rare details, such as breathtaking "Tombstone" paneling in several public rooms, ornate period glass panels in exterior doors and window panes, as well as 8 very welcoming original fireplaces. In addition to the main house, a rear duplex apartment with a separate entrance is offered - perfect for in law, au pair, home office or rental quarters. A spacious enclosed screened-in side porch is ideal for lounging and outdoor dining. An elegant and important residence for a buyer requiring property with great provenance and is prepared to invest a little TLC where it is desired and deserved, to complete this magical and so much admired historic residence.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l License #RES.0797761 Listed on: 06/30/2020

Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,120
Year Built
- Built in 1659
Lot Details
- 2.65 Acre Lot
- Stone Wall
- Corner Lot
- Garden
- Property is zoned R15
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Antique Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 4,098 Sq Ft Home
- 8 Fireplaces
- Entrance Foyer
- Workshop
- Screened Porch
- Concrete Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Electric Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
Location
- Property is near public transit
- Property is near a golf course
- The property is located in a historic district
Schools
- Center Elementary School
- Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
- Lyme-Old Lyme High School
Farming
- Barn
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Private Company Owned Well
- Oil Water Heater
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Public Transportation
Ownership History
Purchase Details
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.Similar Homes in Old Lyme, CT
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Pitman Chad C | $850,000 | None Available |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
---|---|---|---|
Open | Pitman Chad C | $548,000 | |
Previous Owner | Lyme Academy Apts Llc | $2,450,000 |
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
05/05/2021 05/05/21 | Sold | $850,000 | -3.3% | $207 / Sq Ft |
02/17/2021 02/17/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
06/30/2020 06/30/20 | For Sale | $879,000 | -- | $214 / Sq Ft |
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $10,643 | $436,200 | $141,000 | $295,200 |
2023 | $10,251 | $436,200 | $141,000 | $295,200 |
2022 | $10,251 | $436,200 | $141,000 | $295,200 |
2021 | $10,163 | $436,200 | $141,000 | $295,200 |
2020 | $10,120 | $436,200 | $141,000 | $295,200 |
2019 | $11,068 | $493,900 | $153,000 | $340,900 |
2018 | $10,821 | $493,900 | $153,000 | $340,900 |
2017 | $10,742 | $493,900 | $153,000 | $340,900 |
2016 | $10,471 | $493,900 | $153,000 | $340,900 |
2015 | $10,184 | $493,900 | $153,000 | $340,900 |
2014 | $10,508 | $534,500 | $153,000 | $381,500 |
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Seller's Agent in 2021
MJ Derisio
William Pitt
(860) 304-8020
13 in this area
41 Total Sales
-
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Roger Parkman
William Pitt
(203) 676-1061
10 in this area
30 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Kevin Geysen
William Pitt
(860) 805-0000
8 in this area
77 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 170307323

APN: OLYM-000055-000000-000047
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