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9 Columbus Avenue

East Lyme, Connecticut 06357

ACTIVE$1,275,000

Reduced from $1,300,000

Beds
2
Baths
1 | 1
SqFt
1,949
Acres
0.64
Year Built
1896
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About This Home

If you are looking for a special property in a charming New England town, welcome to TIMTTOR (This Is My Time To Relax), a one-of-a-kind post-and-beam1896 Carriage House. This lovely, private .64-acre shoreline property is wonderfully situated in the heart of Niantic Village. Stroll to beaches, parks, and just a few feet from downtown Main Street for boutique shopping, restaurants, bakeries, bookshops, and breweries, or continue your stroll on the Niantic waterfront boardwalk. Pass through the gates of TIMTTOR into this enchanting property once owned by American Impressionist painter Roger Dennis. Dennis, a member of the Old Lyme art colony, was well-known for landscape paintings, and these grounds reflect that, boasting gardens, natural outdoor living spaces, stone walls, and mature perennials. The bluestone terrace, propane fire pit table, and propane Weber grill sitting under a grand pergola, with a Jacuzzi hot tub, fieldstone outdoor shower. Inside, showcasing wide plank floors, rich natural textures, and awe-inspiring architectural details throughout, this home delivers warmth and style in every space. Striking wood-burning fireplace a gourmet kitchen with a Wolf dual fuel stove and pot filler makes this home a hidden gem, perfect for entertaining. Additional attic expansion easily converted into additional office, gym, or studio with bedroom and already plumbed bathroom. Outbuildings include an antique potting shed, a tool shed, and a detached garage with a workbench.

Key Facts

City/Town
East Lyme
Neighborhood
Niantic
Property / Style
Single Family · Chateau
Year Built
1896
Days on Market
489 days
Beds
2
Baths
1 full · 1 half
Living Area
1,949 sq ft
Lot Size
0.64 acres
Garage / Parking
2 garage
Property Taxes
$8,477 / Annually

Market Snapshot

The East Lyme Market

Single Family · trailing 12 months

Median Days on Market

54

33 active listings

Median $ / Sq Ft

$370

33 active listings

Sale-to-List Ratio

100.0%

179 sales

How this home compares

List Price

$1.27M

vs $899,000 median

41.8% above median

Price / Sq Ft

$654

vs $370 median

76.8% above median

Days on Market

489 days

vs 54 days median

435 days longer than median

Based on 33 active and 179 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in East Lyme. Source: SmartMLS · As of September 9, 2026.

Location

9 Columbus Avenue, East Lyme, Connecticut

Property + 12 nearby

Estimate Your Payment

Estimated Monthly Payment

Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED
$7,720

per month

  • Principal & Interest$6,589
  • Property Taxes$706
  • Insurance$425
  • HOA$0

Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.

Location

City/Town
East Lyme
Neighborhood
Niantic
County
New London

Residence

Property Type
Single Family
Style
Chateau
Year Built
1896
New Construction
No/Resale
Living Area
1,949 sq ft

Schools

Elementary
Niantic Center
High
East Lyme

Interior

Heating
Hot Air
Heat Fuel
Other
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces
2
Laundry
Main Level
Appliances
Gas RangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalWasherDryer
Basement
Partial
Interior Features
Auto Garage Door OpenerCable - Available

Exterior & Lot

Lot Size
0.64 acres
Zoning
R40
Garage / Parking
2 garage spacesAttached Garage
Waterfront Details
View
Water Source
Public Water Connected
Sewer
Public Sewer Connected
Construction
ShingleBrickStucco
Roof
Shingle
Foundation
Slab
Exterior Features
Patio
Lot Description
Level LotWater View

Listing & Financials

Property Taxes
$8,477 / Annually
Days on Market
489
MLS #
24094219
MLS Status
Active

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Listed By

Ralph Harvey

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(855) 456-4945

This information is believed to be accurate, but without warranty.

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Map locations may be approximate. Any offer of compensation, if applicable, is made only to participants of the MLS where the listing is filed. ©2026 Smart MLS, Inc. All rights reserved.

Data last updated on 9/9/2026 at 11:45 AM UTC.