897 East Street
Middletown, Connecticut 06457
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2 | 1
- SqFt
- 2,797
- Acres
- 0.35
- Year Built
- 1986
- Neighborhood
- Westfield
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Beautifully updated Saltbox Colonial in Middletown's Westfield neighborhood! This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers a spacious, open floor plan with the perfect balance of classic charm and modern updates. The updated kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a bright eat-in dining area with cathedral ceilings and a slider leading to the expansive deck-ideal for indoor and outdoor entertaining. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the impressive family room with soaring cathedral ceilings, a custom fireplace with a pellet stove, and a second slider providing even more access to the deck and backyard. Hardwood floors run throughout the first floor, which also features a formal living room and formal dining room, offering flexible spaces for gatherings and everyday living. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite is a true retreat with an updated full bath, dual closets, and plenty of room to unwind. An open hallway overlooks the family room below, adding to the home's bright and airy feel. Two additional generously sized bedrooms and a full bath complete the second floor. The fully finished lower level provides exceptional space, perfect for a playroom, recreation room, home office, gym, or media room. You'll also find a dedicated laundry room and a cedar closet for additional storage. Outside, enjoy the expansive deck overlooking the fully fenced backyard-perfect for summer entertaining, relaxing, or dining al fresco.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- Middletown
- Neighborhood
- Westfield
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Colonial,Saltbox
- Year Built
- 1986
- Days on Market
- 0 days
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2 full · 1 half
- Living Area
- 2,797 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.35 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage · 6 total
- Property Taxes
- $9,110 / Annually
- HOA Fee
- $265 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The Middletown Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
35
54 under contract
Median List Price
$425,000
35 active listings
Median Closed Price
$402,250
320 sales
Median Days on Market
35
35 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$254
35 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
102.1%
320 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$569,900
vs $425,000 median
34.1% above median
Price / Sq Ft
$204
vs $254 median
19.7% below median
Days on Market
0 days
vs 35 days median
35 days fresher than median
Based on 35 active and 320 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Middletown. Source: SmartMLS · As of August 3, 2026.
Location
897 East Street, Middletown, Connecticut
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Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Jul 30, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$2,930
- Property Taxes$759
- Insurance$190
- HOA$22
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- Middletown
- Neighborhood
- Westfield
- County
- Middlesex
- Subdivision
- Sylvan Run
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Colonial,Saltbox
- Year Built
- 1986
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 2,797 sq ft
- Below Grade
- 988 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Lawrence
- High
- Middletown
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Heat Fuel
- Oil
- Cooling
- Window Unit
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Laundry
- Lower Level
- Appliances
- Electric CooktopOven/RangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorDishwasher
- Basement
- FullFully FinishedFull With Walk-Out
- Interior Features
- Cable - AvailableOpen Floor Plan
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.35 acres
- Zoning
- R-15
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage spaces6 total parking spacesAttached GaragePavedDrivewayPrivateAsphalt
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Flood Zone
- No
- Construction
- Clapboard
- Color
- Grey
- Roof
- Asphalt Shingle
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Exterior Features
- DeckGuttersPatio
- Lot Description
- Fence - FullIn SubdivisionSloping LotCleared
HOA / Association
- Fee
- $265 / Annually
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $9,110 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 0
- MLS #
- 24196131
- MLS Status
- Coming Soon
- Financing
- FHA,VA,CHFA
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