Shhhh its a secret. Welcome to 84 Secret Lake Road, Avon's best kept secret. This serene 3 bedroom ranch has everything for the buyer looking to downsize, or first time home buyer. Just steps away from beautiful Secret Lake beach with lake views! This nicely updated home is easy living with everything on one level. Come relax on the front enclosed porch and gaze at the lake. Inviting new stone patio for entertaining with private fenced-in side yard. One car garage under home with ample storage. New owned solar panels, garage door, and laundry moved to main level. Living on Secret Lake is like being on vacation all year round. Enjoy the private beach for swimming, boating, fishing and ice skating while being able to walk to great restaurants and retail at the Shops at Farmington Valley. Easy bike ride to Farmington River Trail to Collinsville. Briarcliff Swimming & Recreation just on other side of lake. This house is a must see!
Once called Cherry Pond, Secret Lake received its' current name when James B. Lowell Sr and his grandfather developed the area as a summer resort between 1928 and 1930. Please direct any questions to Laura Minster listing agent, also President of Secret Lake Association.
Single-familyProperty Type
1936Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$460Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Laura Minster• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Bought with Laura Minster• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Bought with Laura Minster• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source:Smart MLS #24105999
Redfin Estimate
$384,741
$85K since sold in August 2025$10K since July
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 3.9% higher than the average sale price ($370K) of 6 comparable homes.
Looking to downsize, live a simple life, or own your first home? This quaint cozy cottage within the Secret Lake community is the perfect place for you! This house is conveniently located in Avon, seconds away from all the first-class services, restaurants, and shopping you would expect from this exceptional suburban community, yet offers the peace and tranquility of a lakeside escape in rural New England. The energy of this lakeside community is palpable. Floating, kayaking, picnicking, yoga and recreational fishing are just the start of what can be accomplished on a single sun filled summer day. Winter activities abound with ice skating and snow shoeing, or ski away at Ski Sundown, just 10 minutes away. This property is a winter nature enthusiast’s dream. This exceptional property has been updated and maintained. It boasts a new water filtration system, hot water heater, well expansion tank, oil tank and cleared outdoor entertainment space. It has been freshly painted on the interior and offers a generous open concept dining and entertainment space. If you are looking for more potential space the current owners have town approved plans for a second-floor expansion. Too good to be true? Schedule your showing today as a first step to making this home your personal piece of nature, adventure, and seclusion- just minutes away from all of the amenities you have come to love and desire!
Public Records
Oct 10, 2018
Sold
$170,000
$203/sq ft
Smart MLS #G10160862
Nov 4, 2016
Sold
$115,000
$138/sq ft
Aug 12, 2016
Listed
$130,000
$156/sq ft
Vacation year round at Secret Lake, Avon's hidden gem! This quaint cottage has been family owned since 1958. A little TLC will make this quaint cottage shine. Relax on the enclosed front porch and enjoy a cool breeze while taking in the beautiful sunset views. In the winter, cozy up in front of a roaring fire in the living room. It's a short walk to the beach! Sit back with a good book, go for a swim, or kayak/canoe around the lake. In the winter, go ice fishing, ice skating, snow shoeing, or cross country skiing. Plenty of yard for a flower and/or vegetable garden. Tandem garage under house. Property being sold "As Is". Great opportunity to live at Secret Lake in Avon Ct.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,422 (+3.7%)
$70,000 + $73,820
$143,820
2024
$4,266 (+6.0%)
$70,000 + $73,820
$143,820
2023
$4,026 (+2.3%)
$56,000 + $57,750
$113,750
2022
$3,937 (+1.2%)
$56,000 + $57,750
$113,750
2021
$3,891 (+4.0%)
$56,000 + $57,750
$113,750
2020
$3,742
$56,000 + $57,750
$113,750
2019
$3,742 (+7.4%)
$56,000 + $57,750
$113,750
2018
$3,485 (+2.5%)
$56,000 + $55,150
$111,150
2017
$3,400 (+3.6%)
$56,000 + $55,150
$111,150
2016
$3,281 (+4.2%)
$56,000 + $55,150
$111,150
2014
$3,148
$56,000 + $55,150
$111,150
Tax history for 84 Secret Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,422 (+3.7%)
$70,000 + $73,820
$143,820
2024
$4,266 (+6.0%)
$70,000 + $73,820
$143,820
2023
$4,026 (+2.3%)
$56,000 + $57,750
$113,750
2022
$3,937 (+1.2%)
$56,000 + $57,750
$113,750
2021
$3,891 (+4.0%)
$56,000 + $57,750
$113,750
2020
$3,742
$56,000 + $57,750
$113,750
2019
$3,742 (+7.4%)
$56,000 + $57,750
$113,750
2018
$3,485 (+2.5%)
$56,000 + $55,150
$111,150
2017
$3,400 (+3.6%)
$56,000 + $55,150
$111,150
2016
$3,281 (+4.2%)
$56,000 + $55,150
$111,150
2014
$3,148
$56,000 + $55,150
$111,150
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
836
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hartford County
APN
2248307
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
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Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage, Under House Garage, Other, Driveway
Garages Number: 1
Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 3
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Location: also has hook up in basement
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available