Once in a lifetime opportunity to own 87 acres of pristine land in the charming seaside town of Old Lyme - a popular year round and summer destination. Owned by the Griswold family for generations, this idyllic property offers extensive acreage situated atop a hill providing total privacy set in nature, with the ability to create a family estate that includes scenic walking trails, a stream and ponds - all just minutes away from Long Island Sound and the beach. The land abuts permanent town nature preserves to the North, and is the only large parcel of land located in such close proximity to the shore on the market in Old Lyme. The property includes two adjoining parcels located at 28 Ben Franklin which consists of 30 acres of raw land and 32 Ben Franklin which has 57.88 acres of land with a 5302 SQ FT home. The home was originally built in 1926 but has been unoccupied for 22 years and will need to be removed or extensively renovated. The land could be developed as well, due diligence required. A very rare offering!
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Listing Office:
Office Name: Seabury Hill REALTORS
Office Phone: (203) 562-1220
Listing Agent: John Hill
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Lot: Wetlands
Lot Size: 88.00 Acres
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Directions: Mile Creek RD to Ben Franklin RD
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Price Summary:
List Price: $2,495,000
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $213
Tax Year: 2021
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7
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Mile Creek School
250 Mile Creek Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.28 miles
Public District Grades PK-3
7
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Kathleen E. Goodwin School
80 Old Boston Post Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.61 miles
Public District Grades PK-3
8
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Niantic Center School
7 W Main St
Distance between this listing and this school6.01 miles
Public District Grades KG-4
Nearby Schools
8
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Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School
53 Lyme St
Distance between this listing and this school1.27 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
4
/10
Dual Language & Arts Magnet Middle School
44 Hatchetts Hill Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.37 miles
Public Magnet Grades 6-8
7
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Old Saybrook Middle School
60 Sheffield St
Distance between this listing and this school3.02 miles
Public District Grades 4-8
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6
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Lyme-Old Lyme High School
69 Lyme St
Distance between this listing and this school1.18 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
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Old Saybrook Senior High School
1111 Boston Post Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.25 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
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East Lyme Middle School
31 Society Rd
Distance between this listing and this school6.13 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $103,728. The most common annual income of people living in Old Lyme, CT is between $100k-200k. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 28 Ben Franklin Rd
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 28 Ben Franklin Rd property is $2,495,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 28 Ben Franklin Rd is land located in Old Lyme, Connecticut, 06371.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 28 Ben Franklin Rd is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $213 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
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This home is located at 28 Ben Franklin Rd in Old Lyme, CT and zip code 06371. This home sits on a 88.00 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 23, 2023 and is currently priced at $2,495,000.
In March 2024 more than 4 listings in Old Lyme, CT were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 1 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 4 were sold below. The number of listings in Old Lyme, CT increased by 22.5% between February 2024 and March 2024.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
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