Classic Colonial style meets a strong lineup of modern updates in this East Side Meriden home. Inside 81 Lydale Place you'll find nearly 1900 sq. ft. of living space, hardwood floors carry throughout, a gas fireplace anchors the living room, and the kitchen was completely remodeled in 2023 from top to bottom with new cabinets, flooring, countertops, island, black stainless steel appliances and more. There's plenty of living space with 3 large bedrooms and 2 full baths, a den/office/study as well as a floored walk-up attic with heating and cooling duct that provides additional storage and/or usable living space. Natural gas heat and central air provide year-round comfort. Updates continue with a new roof in 2025, new windows in 2021, furnace, central air, condenser and insulation in 2016, and a new washer and dryer in 2025. Step outside from the kitchen to an upper deck, then follow the staircase to a lower deck surrounding the above-ground pool (new in 2022), gazebo, outdoor shower and tiki bar, creating a private outdoor retreat for relaxing and entertaining. A shed adds valuable storage, and the spacious backyard offers even more room to enjoy the outdoors. The home is also generator-ready and includes two garages plus driveway parking for multiple vehicles. Built in 1937, it offers the updates, outdoor space and features that make it feel much newer. ** BEST & FINAL OFFERS DUE BY 6PM, SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26TH**
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$228Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Diane Fahey• Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Est. $3,062 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 81 Lydale Pl
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Smart MLS #24207067
Oct 30, 2026
Sold
$427,000
$228/sq ft
Sep 28, 2026
Pending
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Sep 24, 2026
Listed
$399,900
$213/sq ft
Sep 18, 2026
Coming Soon
$399,900
$213/sq ft
Smart MLS #N10033947
Aug 7, 2015
Sold
$213,000
$114/sq ft
Apr 7, 2015
Listed
$223,500
$119/sq ft
WOWZA!!!! Must See - This home is so much larger than it appears! This 1700+ sq.ft. stately home features an expanded eat-in kitchen, gorgeous hardwood floors, central air, 2 huge decks, 3 bedrooms w/2 FULL baths, dining room, den/office and large living room w/fireplace. Walk-up attic (partially finished) great for storage! Following is new or updated: roof, water heater (tankless, high efficiency), main electrical svc line. Nice, private yard has an above ground pool, w/multiple decks and an outdoor shower....this house & yard is great for entertaining!
Smart MLS #B993890
Apr 17, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Jan 20, 2013
Listed
$259,900
$139/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 3, 2007
Sold
$236,000
$126/sq ft
Smart MLS #N257643
Jan 19, 2007
Listed
$249,900
$133/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,878 (+6.0%)
$65,170 + $120,120
$185,290
2022
$6,489 (+18.1%)
$65,170 + $120,120
$185,290
2021
$5,494 (+0.3%)
$53,900 + $72,310
$126,210
2020
$5,479 (+0.9%)
$53,900 + $72,310
$126,210
2019
$5,429 (−0.4%)
$53,830 + $72,310
$126,140
2018
$5,451 (+2.8%)
$53,830 + $72,310
$126,140
2017
$5,305 (−2.2%)
$53,830 + $72,310
$126,140
2016
$5,422 (+5.0%)
$53,690 + $82,880
$136,570
2014
$5,166 (−28.6%)
$53,690 + $82,880
$136,570
2011
$7,236
$76,700 + $118,400
$195,100
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,458
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
New Haven County
APN
1179336
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
R-1
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of this district shall be to provide for areas of relatively open character for single-family dwellings on individual lots, as well as for preservation of open space and more efficient development through cluster development on appropriate sites; to provide for facilities and uses which serve residents of those areas and for uses which are benefited by an open residential environment, and to provide opportunity for more intensive use of large older residential structures as a means of assuring neighborhood stability.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Public service
Educational/school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Garage Information
Garage & Parking: Attached Garage, Under House Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Garages Number: 2
Parking Information
Parking Total Spaces: 4
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 7
Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available