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72 Smith Street

East Lyme, Connecticut 06357

COMING SOON - NEW$925,000
Beds
2
Baths
2 | 1
SqFt
1,741
Acres
0.49
Year Built
1938
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About This Home

Charming Niantic Village bungalow with Water Views, fully renovated down to the studs and elevated above the nearby flood zone, just 433' from the Niantic River with an approved mooring! Enjoy Niantic Bay views from the front porch and most rooms. Quality shows everywhere: Cedar Impressions siding, Icynene spray foam insulation, 97 percent efficient propane HVAC with central air and on-demand hot water, plus custom cabinetry and a one-piece soapstone sink. The primary bath impresses with a tiled dual-head shower and rain head. Upstairs, the open loft with brand-new flooring and a full bath offers an east-facing dormer overlooking the river, bridge, and marinas. Fresh paint throughout. The level, professionally landscaped 1/2-acre lot has irrigation and room for a pool. A detached seasonal cottage. Walk to Main Street for the Book Barn, boutiques, Gumdrops & Lollipops, Niantic Public House & Brewery, the Niantic Bay Playhouse, and great dining, then on to the Niantic Bay Boardwalk and Hole-in-the-Wall Beach. A year-round home or proven investment: a 5.0-star Airbnb Guest Favorite in the top 5 percent of listings, with easy upkeep. Rental documentation available. Furnishings available separately. Septic system for house replaced in 2024. House is SOLD AS IS. Subject to Seller Finding Suitable Housing.

Key Facts

City/Town
East Lyme
Neighborhood
Niantic
Property / Style
Single Family · Bungalow,Cottage
Year Built
1938
Days on Market
0 days
Beds
2
Baths
2 full · 1 half
Living Area
1,741 sq ft
Lot Size
0.49 acres
Garage / Parking
4 total
Property Taxes
$10,905 / Annually

Market Snapshot

The East Lyme Market

Single Family · trailing 12 months

Median Days on Market

61

37 active listings

Median $ / Sq Ft

$362

37 active listings

Sale-to-List Ratio

100.0%

188 sales

How this home compares

List Price

$925,000

vs $887,700 median

In line with median

Price / Sq Ft

$531

vs $362 median

46.7% above median

Days on Market

0 days

vs 61 days median

61 days fresher than median

Based on 37 active and 188 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in East Lyme. Source: SmartMLS · As of September 29, 2026.

Location

72 Smith Street, East Lyme, Connecticut

Property + 12 nearby

Estimate Your Payment

Estimated Monthly Payment

Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED
$6,155

per month

  • Principal & Interest$4,938
  • Property Taxes$909
  • Insurance$308
  • 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
Bungalow,Cottage
Year Built
1938
New Construction
No/Resale
Living Area
1,741 sq ft

Schools

Elementary
Per Board of Ed
High
East Lyme

Interior

Heating
Hot Air
Heat Fuel
ElectricPropane
Cooling
Attic FanCentral AirDuctless
Laundry
Main Level
Appliances
Oven/RangeMicrowaveRange HoodRefrigeratorWasherElectric Dryer
Basement
FullUnfinishedHatchway AccessInterior AccessConcrete Floor
Interior Features
Cable - Available

Exterior & Lot

Lot Size
0.49 acres
Zoning
R10
Garage / Parking
4 total parking spacesPavedDrivewayPrivatePaved
Waterfront
Direct waterfront
Waterfront Details
Walk to WaterHarborView
Water Source
Public Water Connected
Sewer
Septic
Flood Zone
No
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Foundation
Block
Exterior Features
PorchDeck
Lot Description
DryLevel Lot

Listing & Financials

Property Taxes
$10,905 / Annually
Days on Market
0
MLS #
24210154
MLS Status
Coming Soon

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Listed By

Matt Diamond

(860) 391-9461

Houlihan Lawrence WD

(203) 787-7800

Co-Listed By

Ron Stewart

Houlihan Lawrence WD

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

The IDX display contains information sourced from SmartMLS, Inc. as of 9/29/2026. This information is provided for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing or leasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS, the listing broker, the listing agent, or Matt Caiola. Buyers and tenants should independently verify all information that matters to their decision.

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Data last updated on 9/29/2026 at 4:50 PM UTC.