$1,460,000
SOLD MAY 28, 2025

55 Otter Cove Dr Old Saybrook, CT 06475

5 Beds
4 Baths
4,792 Sq Ft
2.4 Acres

Recently Sold

$305 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

83 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • 2.4 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Kathleen E. Goodwin School Rated A-
  • Open Floorplan
  • Attic

About This Home

As of May 2025

Welcome to 55 Otter Cove Dr, a charming New England residence that offers an unparalleled multi-generational living experience in the prestigious Otter Cove Estates. This exquisite home, located in a serene community with private beach access to the Connecticut River, is more than just a house-it's a lifestyle. Property Features: 5 Beds, 4 Baths, 4,792 SqFt on 2.4 Acres with Water Views of the CT River, private beach access, in-ground heated pool/spa, and full in-law/au pair apartment. Step through the carved wood entry doors and admire the high-quality construction and attention to detail. The spacious open floor plan features an expansive living room with a marble gas fireplace and cozy window seat, elegant dining room for hosting gatherings, and gourmet kitchen equipped with commercial-grade appliances, custom cabinetry, and a Butler's pantry. The luxurious primary suite offers ample space and modern amenities, while the large in-law/au pair apartment is perfect for extended family or guests. The spacious backyard offers breathtaking Connecticut River views and features an in-ground heated pool and spa, perfect for relaxation and entertaining. The picturesque 2.4-acre lot provides ample space for outdoor activities, with peaceful tree-lined walks and private access to the CT River. This home is thoughtfully designed for multi-generational living, making it an ideal choice for creating lasting memories. Don't miss the opportunity to own this beautiful home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristina Demaria

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0806160 Listed on: 03/01/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Mike Zelman

LPT Realty - IConn Team License #RES.0787168

LPT Realty - IConn Team

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,428

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 2.4 Acre Lot
  • Stone Wall
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned AA-3

HOA Fees

  • $46 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Ridge Vents on the Roof
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Home
  • Open Floorplan
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Thermal Windows
  • Awning
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Smart Thermostat

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior Basement Entry
  • Basement Storage

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Insulation

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Gunite Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Rain Gutters
  • Porch

Schools

  • Kathleen E. Goodwin Elementary School
  • Old Saybrook Middle School
  • Old Saybrook High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Power Generator
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Propane Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Association fees include lake/beach access, grounds maintenance, road maintenance

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: See Property Inclusions/Exclusions Rider
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1029396

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,428

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$46 per month

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: Otter Cove
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Split Level
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4792
  • Total Sq Ft: 4792
  • Year Built: 1979
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Nearby Amenities: Public Rec Facilities
  • In Law Access: Lower Level
  • Remarks Public Addendum: This home was lovingly and completely renovated in 2014-2016. The pool was also completed renovated with new plaster, tile, coping, skimmer, filter, heater, and more in 2017. The District of Otter Cove, a peaceful and serene area of lovely homes located on over 200 acres along the Connecticut River, enjoys an abundance of nature from the native plantings throughout, winding country lanes, spring-fed ponds, walking trails around Turtle Creek Preserve, the private association beach on the Connecticut River and a variety of wildlife and birds including Osprey and Eagles. Minutes from both Essex and Old Saybrook downtowns. Convenient to get to RT 9 and I-95 for quick access to Boston and NYC.
  • Exclusions: See Property Inclusions/Exclusions Rider
  • Handicap Features: Roll-In Shower
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Encumbrances Restrictions: Easements
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: GPS Friendly - Rt 9 to 154 to Otter Cove Rd or Ayers Point Rd To Otter Cove Rd.
  • Financing Used: Cash
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 3192
  • Spec Assoc Asses: No
  • Street Type: Drive
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Storage, Cooled, Interior Access, Liveable Space, Full With Walk-Out
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Electric Range, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Foyer
  • Laundry Room Location: Same floor as bedrooms
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level, Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 55
  • Other SqFt Description: Total interior livable square feet

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Awnings, Porch, Deck, Gutters, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler, Patio
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water Water Community View Access
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Paved, Unpaved
  • Total Parking Spaces: 8
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage, Under House Garage, Driveway, Unpaved

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Propane, 50 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Private Well
  • Sewer: Septic

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Includes: Lake/Beach Access, Grounds Maintenance, Road Maintenance
  • HOA Fees: 556
  • HOA Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Property Management Type: Unit Owners Association

Schools

  • Elementary School: Kathleen E. Goodwin
  • Middle School: Old Saybrook
  • High School: Old Saybrook

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Extra Insulation, Generator, Programmable Thermostat, Ridge Vents, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 2.4
  • Lot Description: Fence - Partial In Subdivision Lightly Wooded Professionally Landscaped Water View
  • Flood Zone: No
  • Zoning: AA-3
  • Parcel #: 1029396

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: 12428
  • Total Assessed Value: 826600
  • Mil Rate Total: 15.2
  • Tax District Amount: 556

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Kathleen E. Goodwin
  • Middle Jr High School: Old Saybrook
  • High School: Old Saybrook

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 1, 2025
Closed on
May 16, 2025
Sold by
George M Demaria Ret and Demaria
Bought by
Stigliano John and Recko Donna
Seller's Agent
Kristina Demaria
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Mike Zelman
LPT Realty - IConn Team
List Price
$1,490,000
Sold Price
$1,460,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$30,000
-2.01%
Views
147
Current Estimated Value
$1,443,850

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$16,150
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.35%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 12, 2022
Sold by
George M Demaria Ret
Bought by
Kristina L Demaria Ret

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 2021
Sold by
Demaria George M
Bought by
George M Demaria Ret

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 1, 2016
Closed on
Oct 3, 2016
Sold by
Macdonald Kristine F
Bought by
Demaria George M
Seller's Agent
Tim Bray
Seaport Real Estate Services
Buyer's Agent
Gaye S. Barnett
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,000,000
Sold Price
$950,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-5%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.81%
Original Mortgage
$665,000
Interest Rate
3.43%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 20, 2011
Closed on
Apr 9, 2012
Sold by
Rose N Benak Revoc Lt and Benak Arnold E
Bought by
Macdonald Kristine F
Seller's Agent
Mary Poola
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Tim Bray
Seaport Real Estate Services
List Price
$675,000
Sold Price
$465,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$210,000
-31.11%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
17.21%
Original Mortgage
$365,000
Interest Rate
3.95%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2011
Sold by
Benak Arnold
Bought by
Benak Arnold
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $1,460,000 None Available
Deed $1,460,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed $950,000 --
Warranty Deed $950,000 --
Deed $465,000 --
Deed $465,000 --
Deed -- --
Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $665,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $365,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/28/2025 05/28/25 Sold $1,460,000 -2.0% $305 / Sq Ft
03/05/2025 03/05/25 For Sale $1,490,000 +56.8% $311 / Sq Ft
10/03/2016 10/03/16 Sold $950,000 -5.0% $198 / Sq Ft
08/04/2016 08/04/16 Pending -- -- --
06/01/2016 06/01/16 For Sale $1,000,000 +115.1% $209 / Sq Ft
04/05/2012 04/05/12 Sold $465,000 -31.1% $99 / Sq Ft
03/07/2012 03/07/12 Pending -- -- --
05/20/2011 05/20/11 For Sale $675,000 -- $144 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2025 $12,884 $831,200 $231,300 $599,900
2024 $12,564 $826,600 $231,300 $595,300
2023 $11,172 $546,300 $141,100 $405,200
2022 $10,970 $546,300 $141,100 $405,200
2021 $10,953 $546,300 $141,100 $405,200
2020 $10,953 $546,300 $141,100 $405,200
2019 $10,789 $546,300 $141,100 $405,200
2018 $10,045 $512,500 $141,100 $371,400
2017 $10,076 $512,500 $141,100 $371,400
2016 $9,871 $512,500 $141,100 $371,400
2015 $9,640 $512,500 $141,100 $371,400
2014 $9,481 $512,500 $141,100 $371,400
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24077497

SmartMLS

APN: OSAY-000063-000065-000005