$315,000
SOLD JUN 18, 2026

78 Hillcrest Ave Meriden, CT 06451

Meriden Area
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,144 Sq Ft
0.27 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 18, 2026

$275 Per Sq Ft

13% Above List Price

35 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Bonus Room
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Attic
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of June 2026

"Location, Location, Location" Welcome home to this charming ranch in the highly desirable South End of Meriden where comfort, character, and convenience come together perfectly! Nestled in a prime setting, 78 Hillcrest Ave offers the ideal blend of functional living space and inviting charm. Step inside to discover spacious living and bedroom space, ample closet sizes, and thoughtfully designed built-in closet organizers that help keep everything beautifully in place. Throughout the home, custom built-in shelving adds warmth, personality, and character you simply can't replicate. Need extra space? This home delivers! A massive attic provides incredible storage potential, while the finished lower level offers flexible extra space perfect for a family room, home office, gym, playroom, or guest retreat. The heart of the home continues into the bright finished sunroom just off the kitchen the perfect spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. From there, step outside onto your beautiful vinyl deck overlooking the fully vinyl fenced-in backyard, creating an ideal setup for entertaining, relaxing, pets, or gatherings with family and friends. Whether you're searching for your first home, downsizing without sacrificing space, or simply looking for a move-in ready property in an unbeatable South Meriden location, this home checks all the boxes! This opportunity for a must-see property like this one doesn't come around often! Book a tour before its too late!!! Highest and Best Deadline for Tuesday 5/19 at 9am

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patrick Capobianco

Dave Jones Realty, LLC Brokerage Phone: (203) 565-8850 License #RES.0806473 Listed on: 05/14/2026

Dave Jones Realty, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Sherina Baker

SB Realty Group, LLC License #REB.0792390

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,305

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Fiberglass Roof
  • Shake Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,144 Sq Ft Home
  • Bonus Room
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Window Unit Cooling System
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Fuel Tank Located in Basement

Additional Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • 11,761 Sq Ft Lot

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 1165857

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,305

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0.27 Acres

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: South Meriden
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Ranch
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1144
  • Total Sq Ft: 1144
  • Year Built: 1952
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Remarks Public Addendum: Highest and Best Deadline for Tuesday 5/19 at 9am
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Directions: off hanover rd onto hillcrest
  • Financing Used: CHFA
  • Street Type: Avenue
  • Office Attribution Contact: (203) 758-0264
  • Reserve Prospect: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished
  • Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Bonus Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Attic: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Enclosed, Porch
  • Exterior Siding: Shake
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Fiberglass Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 1
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 30 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.27
  • Lot Description: Fence - Privacy Fence - Full Level Lot
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Parcel #: 1165857

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 5305

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 19, 2017
Closed on
May 22, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael Chenkus
Showcase Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Sheree Rossi
ERA Hart Sargis-Breen
List Price
$139,900
Sold Price
$147,500
Premium/Discount to List
$7,600
5.43%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.07%
Original Mortgage
$144,287
Outstanding Balance
$115,642
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$187,107

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 1973
Bought by
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $147,500 --
Deed -- --
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $144,287 FHA
Previous Owner $134,501 FHA
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/20/2026 06/20/26 Pending -- -- --
06/18/2026 06/18/26 Sold $315,000 +12.5% $275 / Sq Ft
05/14/2026 05/14/26 For Sale $279,900 +89.8% $245 / Sq Ft
05/19/2017 05/19/17 Sold $147,500 +5.4% $129 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/19/2017 03/19/17 For Sale $139,900 -- $122 / Sq Ft
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Tax History

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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 $5,305 $132,300 $56,840 $75,460
2024 $4,804 $132,300 $56,840 $75,460
2023 $4,603 $132,300 $56,840 $75,460
2022 $4,365 $132,300 $56,840 $75,460
2021 $3,527 $86,310 $41,300 $45,010
2020 $3,527 $86,310 $41,300 $45,010
2019 $3,527 $86,310 $41,300 $45,010
2018 $3,542 $86,310 $41,300 $45,010
2017 $3,445 $86,310 $41,300 $45,010
2016 $3,646 $99,540 $45,080 $54,460
2015 $3,646 $99,540 $45,080 $54,460
2014 $3,558 $99,540 $45,080 $54,460
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24175228

SmartMLS

APN: MERI-000701-000280-000140-000143

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