Sun-filled 3-bedroom, 3-full bath residence in Guilford's sought-after West Lake community, designed for exceptional indoor-outdoor living. Surrounded by five distinct decks and featuring two outdoor / 2 indoor fireplaces, the home offers multiple outdoor settings for dining, entertaining, and quiet retreat. Generous windows and skylights fill the interior with natural light, highlighting a well-appointed gourmet kitchen and comfortable living spaces that connect seamlessly to the outdoors. Residents enjoy private access to spring-fed West Lake, ideal for paddleboarding, kayaking, swimming, and sailing. The home has been thoughtfully maintained with over $90,000 in capital improvements, including renovated bathrooms, high-efficiency HVAC with a new condenser, upgraded insulation, and a newer roof (approximately 5 years old), along with additional system and infrastructure updates. Privately set on a quiet residential road, yet minutes to Guilford Green, shoreline beaches, and dining, 42 Harrison Road is equally suited as a full-time residence or weekend retreat, approximately 2 hours from New York City and 2.5 hours from Boston.
Recent improvements were completed to enhance ease of mobility and support comfortable single-level living. Exterior steps were removed and replaced with a professionally designed, landscaped entry ramp connecting the driveway to the front entrance. The main level offers an open layout that allows for easy movement between rooms without narrow interior hallways. Both main-level bathrooms were renovated with accessibility in mind and feature approximately 3-foot-wide doorways, generous turning space, low-threshold shower entries with integrated grab bars, and reinforced wall blocking to allow for additional grab bar installation if desired. These thoughtful features provide added flexibility for guests, multi-generational living, or buyers seeking enhanced accessibility and long-term convenience. Owner-occupied home with improvements thoughtfully designed and executed by the current owner, an architect, for personal use-not a renovation-for-resale. Accessibility and universal design features were incorporated to enhance comfort, flow, and long-term livability
Est. $3,339 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 42 Harrison Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Smart MLS #24152050
Mar 17, 2026
Sold
$615,000
$342/sq ft
Mar 10, 2026
Pending
—
Feb 28, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 28, 2026
Relisted
—
Feb 18, 2026
Contingent
—
Feb 13, 2026
Listed
$558,000
$310/sq ft
Feb 5, 2026
Coming Soon
$558,000
$310/sq ft
Smart MLS #170566308
Jul 8, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Jul 6, 2023
Sold
$470,000
$261/sq ft
May 3, 2023
Pending
—
Apr 29, 2023
Listed
$425,000
$236/sq ft
Whether you are looking for a tranquil setting to spend a weekend getaway or you are one who enjoys entertaining family and friends, this is a perfect home for either one. It is set on a half acre lightly wooded lot that borders open space which provides a great amount of privacy. The kitchen could be a chef's dream come true. It offers an abundance of cabinet and counter space and includes a six-burner gas cook top, a Subzero refrigerator, convection wall oven with warming drawer as well as a convection microwave. The large island with a bar sink is a great place for guests to gather. just outside on the deck is a conveniently located BBQ fireplace. The L.R. has a beautiful stone fpl and wood stove, hardwood floors and skylights. The primary bedrm on the main level also has a wood stove, private bath and a slider to a deck, which is a great place to enjoy your morning coffee. Another bedroom is also on the main level with deck access and the guest bath has a jacuzzi tub/shower. The 3rd BR is a loft that has been used as a home office. The Town considers it a bedroom and the septic is in compliance. The lower walkout level consists of a FR will a gas-log frpl. and full bath with a steam shower and a hot tub. Membership in the West Lake Association at $125 per year is optional and allows members to fish, swim, kayak, sail or just sunbath on the sandy beach.
Public Records
May 6, 2003
Sold
$315,000
$175/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 13, 2003
Sold
$90,000
$50/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 20, 1989
Sold
$197,000
$109/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 7, 1987
Sold
$190,000
$106/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,580 (+9.8%)
$115,920 + $138,320
$254,240
2022
$5,994 (+1.9%)
$96,600 + $83,670
$180,270
2021
$5,880 (+0.9%)
$96,600 + $83,670
$180,270
2020
$5,825 (+0.9%)
$96,600 + $83,670
$180,270
2019
$5,774 (+2.4%)
$96,600 + $83,670
$180,270
2018
$5,639 (−5.4%)
$96,600 + $83,670
$180,270
2017
$5,958 (+2.4%)
$98,530 + $104,400
$202,930
2016
$5,818 (+4.6%)
$98,530 + $104,400
$202,930
2014
$5,564 (−5.2%)
$98,530 + $104,400
$202,930
2011
$5,871
$111,860 + $142,740
$254,600
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.49 Acres
Year renovated
1991
Sq. Ft.
1,800
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1119117
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Under House Garage
Garages Number: 1
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Laundry Room Location: Basement
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan