This spacious Knollwood Beach home is only ONE house from Long Island Sound featuring sweeping water views. Step into timeless elegance with this stunning home where classic craftsmanship meets modern convenience. The first floor features a gourmet kitchen and dining area complete with granite countertops, a center island with canopy, and high-end appliances. Original wainscoting ceilings and two handcrafted light fixtures add warmth and charm. The upper and lower foyers showcase exquisite tin ceilings and a striking chandelier, while the cozy family room offers washed cedar walls and serene water views. The living room is adorned with custom cherry display shelves, a built-in bench, intricate dentil and crown moldings, and a granite and marble wood-burning fireplace. A Lennox-style chandelier, recessed lighting, and gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the main level. Upstairs, the expansive primary bedroom boasts custom built-ins, original wainscoting ceiling, and an architecturally designed balcony with breathtaking views of Long Island Sound, complemented by custom window treatments. The luxurious en-suite bath features a Jacuzzi tub, double vanity, built-in cabinetry, laundry area, and spacious closets. Outside, the home's unique character continues with a ship-outline etched into the wood shingles, beautifully manicured floral gardens, and an impressive pressed concrete driveway. Additional features include a sprinkler system, invisible fencing, and heated garage Knollwood Beach features a beach, a clubhouse, basketball courts, pickleball and tennis court and a park.
Sold for $1,700,000 on 11/17/25
$1,700,000
5 Oakwood Road, Old Saybrook, CT 06475
3beds
3,477sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1997
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$1,693,100 Zestimate®
$489/sqft
$4,467 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,693,100
$1.61M - $1.78M
$4,467/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 18, 2025 at 04:35am
Listed by:
Carol Ieronimo (860)575-6032,
William Raveis Real Estate 860-388-3936,
Carla Mousch 860-227-4306,
William Raveis Real Estate
Bought with:
Maryann Salvatore, RES.0753444
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24101504
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bookcases, Balcony/Deck, Built-in Features, Full Bath, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Family room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: High Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Granite Counters, Dining Area, Tile Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Palladian Window(s), Bookcases, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Study
- Features: Engineered Wood Floor
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Electric Cooktop, Oven, Convection Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,477
- Total interior livable area: 3,477 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,477
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Garden, Lighting, Underground Sprinkler
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Walk to Water, Beach Access, Association Required
Lot
- Size: 8,276 sqft
- Features: Level, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 1023231
- Zoning: Per Town
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shingle Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1997
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Insulation, Doors, Windows
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Basketball Court, Near Public Transport, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Old Saybrook
- Subdivision: Knollwood Beach
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $2,067 annually
- Amenities included: Basketball Court, Clubhouse, Tennis Court(s), Lake/Beach Access
- Services included: Trash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | Sold | $1,700,000-5.6%$489/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24101504 | ||
| 10/4/2025 | Pending sale | $1,800,000$518/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24101504 | ||
| 7/12/2025 | Price change | $1,800,000-14.3%$518/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24101504 | ||
| 6/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,100,000$604/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24101504 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,635 +2% | $944,200 |
| 2024 | $14,352 +37.4% | $944,200 +84.9% |
| 2023 | $10,442 +1.8% | $510,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06475
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Kathleen E. Goodwin SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 1.4 mi
- 7/10Old Saybrook Middle SchoolGrades: 5-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10Old Saybrook Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Kathleen E. Goodwin
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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