18 Old South Cove Road
Old Saybrook, Connecticut 06475
Reduced from $975,000
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 1 | 2
- SqFt
- 1,569
- Acres
- 0.42
- Year Built
- 1964
- Neighborhood
- Saybrook Manor
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Whether your vision is to Move-in, Renovate, or Custom Build from the ground up, this water-view coastal property is for you! Currently home to a classic 1,569 sq. ft. coastal ranch built on an oversized .42-acre water-view parcel, the true value of this premier Residential District A property lies in its exceptional dimensions, rare zoning advantages, and all the possibilities that come with the largest water-view coastal lot in South Cove! Situated in Old Saybrook's most protected and prominent corridor, 18 Old South Cove Road provides the rare opportunity for you to embrace your dream of living by the water and realizing your vision of Moving-in, Renovating, or Custom Building a "Luxury Estate" where privacy and scenic integrity are guaranteed by zoning. As one of the largest parcels in the protective Gateway Zone, you are granted 15% building coverage. This translates to a massive potential footprint of approximately 2,744 sq. ft., allowing for a custom build that far exceeds the scale of neighboring homes. And by leveraging the 35-foot (2.5 story) scale-up potential, you have the incredible opportunity to capture dramatic, unencumbered panoramic sunrises and water views of South Cove. With Residence A designation, this lot represents the perfect 'Coastal Canvas' for a luxury home up to 4,000 sq. ft. featuring 3-car garage, sweeping verandas, and all the best in coastal living!
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Old Saybrook
- Neighborhood
- Saybrook Manor
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Ranch
- Year Built
- 1964
- Days on Market
- 119 days
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 1 full · 2 half
- Living Area
- 1,569 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.42 acres
- Property Taxes
- $4,632 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Old Saybrook Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
33
25 under contract
Median List Price
$1.07M
33 active listings
Median Closed Price
$750,000
127 sales
Median Days on Market
41
33 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$573
33 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
98.9%
127 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$899,000
vs $1.07M median
16.4% below median
Price / Sq Ft
$573
vs $573 median
In line with median
Days on Market
119 days
vs 41 days median
78 days longer than median
Based on 33 active and 127 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Old Saybrook. Source: SmartMLS · As of July 28, 2026.
Location
18 Old South Cove Road, Old Saybrook, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Jul 23, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$4,584
- Property Taxes$386
- Insurance$300
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- Old Saybrook
- Neighborhood
- Saybrook Manor
- County
- Middlesex
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Ranch
- Year Built
- 1964
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 1,569 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- High
- Old Saybrook
Interior
- Heating
- Baseboard
- Heat Fuel
- Electric
- Cooling
- Wall Unit
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Appliances
- Oven/RangeRefrigeratorDishwasher
- Basement
- Crawl Space
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.42 acres
- Zoning
- RES
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Septic
- Construction
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof
- Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Lot Description
- Some WetlandsIn SubdivisionLevel LotProfessionally LandscapedWater View
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $4,632 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 119
- MLS #
- 24163559
- MLS Status
- Active
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