1445 Boston Post Road
Old Saybrook, Connecticut 06475
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 1
- SqFt
- 2,059
- Acres
- 20.21
- Year Built
- 1678
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
A rare opportunity to acquire a historic Connecticut landmark. The Bushnell Farm House and Barn offer a unique chance to restore and reimagine an important piece of Old Saybrook history. Featuring the historic Elisha Bushnell House and accompanying barn, the property showcases classic New England architecture, mature landscaping, stone walls, and the timeless character that has made this site a local treasure for generations. The improvements require significant modernization and renovation, presenting an ideal opportunity for someone seeking to preserve and enhance a historic property. Whether envisioned as a private estate, hospitality-related use, office, wellness concept, or other permitted use, the property offers exceptional potential for those with a vision for restoration and stewardship. Ideally situated on Boston Post Road with convenient access to Interstate 95, Route 9, shoreline beaches, marinas, shopping, and restaurants, the property benefits from excellent visibility and accessibility within one of Connecticut's most desirable shoreline communities. This offering is subject to the property's historic designation and must be purchased together with the adjoining Bushnell Farm land parcel (MLS #24183765). The combined offering presents a truly unique opportunity to preserve, restore, and shape the future of one of the Connecticut shoreline's most recognizable historic properties.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Old Saybrook
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Colonial,Antique
- Year Built
- 1678
- Days on Market
- 110 days
- Beds
- 4
- Baths
- 1 full
- Living Area
- 2,059 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 20.21 acres
- Property Taxes
- $9,333 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Old Saybrook Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
31
19 under contract
Median List Price
$935,000
31 active listings
Median Closed Price
$748,000
134 sales
Median Days on Market
78
31 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$520
31 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.5%
134 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$12.00M
vs $935,000 median
12.8× the median
Price / Sq Ft
$5,828
vs $520 median
11.2× the median
Days on Market
110 days
vs 78 days median
32 days longer than median
Based on 31 active and 134 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Old Saybrook. Source: SmartMLS · As of October 1, 2026.
Location
1445 Boston Post Road, Old Saybrook, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Sep 24, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$64,063
- Property Taxes$778
- Insurance$4,000
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- Old Saybrook
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- County
- Middlesex
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Colonial,Antique
- Year Built
- 1678
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 2,059 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Per Board of Ed
- High
- Per Board of Ed
Interior
- Heating
- Hot AirOther
- Heat Fuel
- Oil
- Cooling
- None
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Appliances
- Electric CooktopElectric RangeRefrigerator
- Basement
- None
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 20.21 acres
- Zoning
- B-4
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Septic
- Construction
- Clapboard
- Roof
- ShakeShingle
- Foundation
- Stone
- Lot Description
- Sloping Lot
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $9,333 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 110
- MLS #
- 24183764
- MLS Status
- Active
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