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16 Sands Drive

Old Lyme, Connecticut 06371

ACTIVE - NEW$925,000
Beds
4
Baths
2 | 1
SqFt
2,782
Acres
2.46
Year Built
2002
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WaterfrontDock / Mooring2-Car Garage1 Fireplace

About This Home

Waterfront on the Lieutenant River with 170 feet of frontage and a fully permitted dock. This original-owner Contemporary Colonial has 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths and is well suited for either seasonal or year-round use. The open floor plan is accessed from a large entry foyer and provides comfortable daily living and easy flow for entertaining. The main level features a spotless eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, formal dining area and living room with fireplace each with sliders inviting views and access to the lawn and river. Upstairs, the primary suite features a cathedral ceiling, private bath, twin walk-in closets and balcony overlooking the landscape and river. Three additional bedrooms share a full bath. Value added features include a full basement, floored attic and oversized two-car garage providing ample storage and workspace. A long private driveway leads to the home, while an expansive lawn slopes to a picnic area and dock at the river's edge. Enjoy boating, kayaking, paddle-boarding, crabbing, fishing or simply exploring the scenic local estuary with access to the Connecticut River and beyond. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy the pleasures of waterfront living centrally located to the village, beaches and routes 9 & 95.

Key Facts

City/Town
Old Lyme
Neighborhood
Neck Road
Property / Style
Single Family · Contemporary
Year Built
2002
Days on Market
0 days
Beds
4
Baths
2 full · 1 half
Living Area
2,782 sq ft
Lot Size
2.46 acres
Garage / Parking
2 garage
Property Taxes
$6,591 / Annually

Market Snapshot

The Old Lyme Market

Single Family · trailing 12 months

Median Days on Market

72

29 active listings

Median $ / Sq Ft

$401

29 active listings

Sale-to-List Ratio

99.1%

100 sales

How this home compares

List Price

$925,000

vs $799,000 median

15.8% above median

Price / Sq Ft

$332

vs $401 median

17.2% below median

Days on Market

0 days

vs 72 days median

72 days fresher than median

Based on 29 active and 100 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Old Lyme. Source: SmartMLS · As of October 27, 2026.

Location

16 Sands Drive, Old Lyme, Connecticut

Property + 12 nearby

Estimate Your Payment

Estimated Monthly Payment

Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED
$5,940

per month

  • Principal & Interest$5,083
  • Property Taxes$549
  • Insurance$308
  • HOA$0

Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.

Location

City/Town
Old Lyme
Neighborhood
Neck Road
County
New London

Residence

Property Type
Single Family
Style
Contemporary
Year Built
2002
New Construction
No/Resale
Living Area
2,782 sq ft

Schools

Elementary
Per Board of Ed
High
Lyme-Old Lyme

Interior

Heating
Hot Air
Heat Fuel
Oil
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces
1
Laundry
Lower Level
Laundry Location
Located in Basement.
Appliances
Electric CooktopWall OvenRange HoodRefrigeratorDishwasherWasherDryer
Basement
FullFull With Hatchway
Interior Features
Auto Garage Door Opener

Exterior & Lot

Lot Size
2.46 acres
Zoning
RU40
Garage / Parking
2 garage spacesAttached Garage
Waterfront
Direct waterfront
Waterfront Details
RiverDock or MooringView
Water Source
Private Well
Sewer
Septic
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Color
Grey
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Foundation
Concrete
Exterior Features
Garden Area
Lot Description
On Cul-De-SacWater View

Listing & Financials

Property Taxes
$6,591 / Annually
Days on Market
0
MLS #
24214966
MLS Status
Active

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Listed By

Joe Rhodes

(860) 227-0921

Coldwell Banker Realty

(860) 434-8600

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

The IDX display contains information sourced from SmartMLS, Inc. as of 10/27/2026. 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 10/27/2026 at 4:20 PM UTC.