170 Old Post Road
Old Saybrook, Connecticut 06475
Reduced from $1,200,000
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2 | 1
- SqFt
- 2,128
- Acres
- 1.00
- Year Built
- 1790
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Step back in time and discover the beauty of this extraordinary antique home, set on an acre of landscaped grounds, with an enchanting guest cottage. The Bushnell-Dickinson House is a Georgian colonial that retains its original features inside and out. including original wide-board pine flooring, paneled walls, four fireplaces, two staircases, dentil moldings, authentic hardware and classic 12-over-12 windows. It has been lovingly maintained for decades by a master craftsman and a devoted gardener, with a deep respect for historic properties. There is an adorable guest cottage which offers wonderful flexibility for visitors, or as an in-law suite or private studio. This building is not included in the total square footage or room count. The beautiful barn/carriage house holds two cars plus a unique blacksmith workshop. The picturesque grounds feature several gardens for seasonal color, mature shade trees, and a fenced vegetable garden area with a charming hand-built garden shed with running water. With its strong history and distinctive architecture, the home is listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. Rarely does a home of this significance become available - offering the perfect balance of history, craftsmanship, natural beauty, and timeless New England charm in a coastal community. The location is also ideal, close to Main St attractions, shopping, restaurants, beaches, and the train station. It is almost equal distance to Boston and New York.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Old Saybrook
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Colonial
- Year Built
- 1790
- Days on Market
- 56 days
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2 full · 1 half
- Living Area
- 2,128 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 1.00 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage · 5 total
- Property Taxes
- $10,301 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Old Saybrook Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
33
17 under contract
Median List Price
$995,000
33 active listings
Median Closed Price
$750,000
134 sales
Median Days on Market
65
33 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$541
33 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
99.3%
134 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$999,000
vs $995,000 median
In line with median
Price / Sq Ft
$469
vs $541 median
13.3% below median
Days on Market
56 days
vs 65 days median
9 days fresher than median
Based on 33 active and 134 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Old Saybrook. Source: SmartMLS · As of September 18, 2026.
Location
170 Old Post Road, Old Saybrook, Connecticut
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Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Sep 17, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$5,290
- Property Taxes$858
- Insurance$333
- 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
- Year Built
- 1790
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 2,128 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Kathleen E. Goodwin
- High
- Old Saybrook
Interior
- Heating
- BaseboardRadiator
- Heat Fuel
- Oil
- Cooling
- Window Unit
- Fireplaces
- 4
- Laundry
- Main Level
- Laundry Location
- Main level with half bath
- Appliances
- Electric RangeRefrigeratorDishwasher
- Basement
- FullUnfinishedSump PumpStorageConcrete FloorFull With Hatchway
- In-Law Apartment
- PossibleDetached
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 1.00 acres
- Zoning
- A
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage spaces5 total parking spacesBarnDetached GarageDrivewayPaved
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Septic
- Flood Zone
- No
- Construction
- ClapboardWood
- Color
- yellow
- Roof
- Wood Shingle
- Foundation
- Stone
- Exterior Features
- Garden AreaGuest HousePatio
- Lot Description
- TreedLevel Lot
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $10,301 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 56
- MLS #
- 24192820
- MLS Status
- Active
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