Off market feb 2019 for $345K

$744,451

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,622/mo

•

1,765

sq ft

26 Sterling City Rd, Lyme, CT 06371

About this home

Rare first time offering of the remaining holdings of the Plimpton Estate in Lyme. Includes a 2 bedroom Ranch ready for a facelift on 4.64 acres set back off the road for privacy and seclusion. The home has newer mechanicals, central air, all appliances, and lovely hardwood and tiled floors. An antique wood/coal stove takes the chill off the morning in the kitchen. Large, spacious rooms, Tube skylights, and rear screened porch bring in great light and create a wonderful palate to update this home. A full basement and generous 2 car garage offers great storage. This property is also being sold with 22.85 acres of deeded open space to enjoy the ultimate in privacy and outdoor activities.

Single-familyProperty Type

1972Year Built

27.49 acresLot Size

$422Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Angela Ruel • Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Bought with Angela Ruel • Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.

Source:Smart MLS #170123646

Redfin Estimate

$744,451

$399K since sold in February 2019$0 since October

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This home's estimate is 8.3% higher than the average sale price ($687K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD NOV 2, 2026
$925,000
A
3 beds2.5 baths1,862 sq ft
6 Lord Hill Ln, Lyme, CT 06371
SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$605,000
B
2 beds2 baths1,585 sq ft
47 Ferry Rd, Lyme, CT 06371
SOLD SEP 2, 2026
$725,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,600 sq ft
10 Cove Hill Rd, Essex, CT 06426
SOLD SEP 3, 2026
$609,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,794 sq ft
92 Clark Hill Rd, East Haddam, CT 06423
SOLD OCT 29, 2026
$640,000
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,964 sq ft
11 Cove Hill Rd, Essex, CT 06426
SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$620,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,293 sq ft
12 Sunset Dr, Old Lyme, CT 06371

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$2,713/mo

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Market trends in 06371, CT

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Balanced market

Sale-to-list price

98.4%

1.6% MoM

Median sale price

$670K

$22K MoM

Avg. days on market

56d

10 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

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$535,000
3 beds2 baths1,878 sq ft
55 Rogers Lake Trl, Old Lyme, CT 06371
$499,900
4 beds3 baths2,148 sq ft
60 Town Woods Rd, Old Lyme, CT 06371
$2,195,000
4 beds2.5 baths3,198 sq ft
119 Bill Hill Rd, Lyme, CT 06371
$675,000
4 beds3.5 baths2,506 sq ft
290 Hamburg Rd, Lyme, CT 06371
$925,000
4 beds2.5 baths2,782 sq ft
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Sale history for 26 Sterling City Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,815 (+35.1%)

$168,700 + $180,800

$349,500

2022

$5,043

$120,400 + $132,400

$252,800

2021

$5,043

$120,400 + $132,400

$252,800

2020

$5,043

$120,400 + $132,400

$252,800

2019

$5,043 (−5.4%)

$120,400 + $132,400

$252,800

2018

$5,331 (+1.9%)

$151,700 + $134,900

$286,600

2017

$5,230

$151,700 + $134,900

$286,600

2016

$5,230 (+7.3%)

$151,700 + $134,900

$286,600

2014

$4,872 (+7.0%)

$151,700 + $134,900

$286,600

2011

$4,554

$183,800 + $141,500

$325,300

Tax history for 26 Sterling City Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$6,815 (+35.1%)

$168,700 + $180,800

$349,500

2022

$5,043

$120,400 + $132,400

$252,800

2021

$5,043

$120,400 + $132,400

$252,800

2020

$5,043

$120,400 + $132,400

$252,800

2019

$5,043 (−5.4%)

$120,400 + $132,400

$252,800

2018

$5,331 (+1.9%)

$151,700 + $134,900

$286,600

2017

$5,230

$151,700 + $134,900

$286,600

2016

$5,230 (+7.3%)

$151,700 + $134,900

$286,600

2014

$4,872 (+7.0%)

$151,700 + $134,900

$286,600

2011

$4,554

$183,800 + $141,500

$325,300

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

2.2 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,765

Year built

1972

Style

Single Family Residential

County

New London County

APN

2327756

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 14, 2023.

Property details

Parking

Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage
Garages Number: 2

Interior

Interior Information
Total Rooms: 5
Laundry Room Info: Main Level
Interior Features: Cable - Available
Fireplaces Total: 1
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2

Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 2

Room Information
Rooms Additional: Laundry Room
Room Count: 6
Basement Description: Full
Has Attic
Attic Description: Storage Space

Exterior

Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Vertical Siding, Cedar
Exterior Features: Porch-Screened

Lot Information
Lot Description: Dry, Secluded, Sloping Lot, Treed

Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame

Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1765
Driveway Type: Paved

Financial

Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $286,600

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewage System: Septic
Hot Water Description: Domestic, Oil
Heat Type: Hot Air, Wood/Coal Stove
Heat Fuel Type: Oil
Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
Energy Features: Storm Windows

Location

School Information
High School: Lyme-Old Lyme
Elementary School: Lyme Consolidated

Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: Rt 156 to Sterling City. See sign on left
County: New London

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,765
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.2 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1972
Year Renovated: —
County: New London County
APN: 2327756

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 14, 2023

Other

Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 2

Around this home

Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Mile Creek School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 7.1mi

9/10

Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.9mi

8/10

Lyme-Old Lyme High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.0mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

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Historical weather

Lyme, CT • 06371

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Estimated sale price

$708,000 – $857,000

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Home values near 26 Sterling City Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
24 Sterling City Rd, Lyme, CT 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2877 Sq. Ft.	$1,049,408
36 Sterling City Rd, Lyme, CT 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2275 Sq. Ft.	$1,060,932
35 Sterling City Rd Apt B, Lyme, CT 2 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2268 Sq. Ft.	$1,097,352
56 Sterling City Rd, Lyme, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1856 Sq. Ft.	$682,588
20 Sterling City Rd, Lyme, CT 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2120 Sq. Ft.	$843,758
271 Hamburg Rd, Lyme, CT 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2454 Sq. Ft.	$757,989

Address	Redfin Estimate
30 Sterling City Rd, Lyme, CT 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2098 Sq. Ft.	$838,153
52 Sterling City Rd, Lyme, CT 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3014 Sq. Ft.	$1,560,820
21 Sterling City Rd, Lyme, CT 3 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 2736 Sq. Ft.	$1,035,974
6 Sterling City Rd, Lyme, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2396 Sq. Ft.	$636,439
35 Sterling City Rd, Lyme, CT 3 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3776 Sq. Ft.	$1,516,686
15 Old Stone Post Rd, Lyme, CT 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4051 Sq. Ft.	$2,963,659

Address	Redfin Estimate
36 Sterling City Rd Apt A, Lyme, CT 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2240 Sq. Ft.	$801,089
11 Sterling City Rd, Lyme, CT 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3162 Sq. Ft.	$1,072,460
31 Sterling City Rd, Lyme, CT 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2240 Sq. Ft.	$911,949
35 Sterling City Rd Apt A, Lyme, CT 3 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 2896 Sq. Ft.	$1,586,609
22 Old Stone Post Rd, Lyme, CT 2 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3060 Sq. Ft.	$1,819,290
251 Hamburg Rd, Lyme, CT 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2960 Sq. Ft.	$1,303,243

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