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171 Secret Lake Road

Avon, CT 06001
  • $300,000
  • STATUS: Active Under Contract
  • ON SITE: 26 Days
  • MLS #: 24166252
Under Contract
$300,000
  • 2
    BEDS
  • 0.59
    ACRES
  • 1
    BATHS
  • 0
    1/2 BATHS
  • 1,260
    SQFT
  • $238
    $/SQFT
Type:
Single-Family Home
Built:
1935
County:
Area:

School Information

Elementary School:
High School:

Description

***HIGHEST & BEST DUE EOD 4/20*** Welcome to this charming lakeside retreat in Avon-a warm and inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home perfectly positioned to capture serene water views and peaceful surroundings. Step onto the front porch and take in the tranquil setting overlooking Secret Lake-an ideal spot for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Inside, the main level features a bright and open floor plan, seamlessly connecting the living, kitchen/Dining areas for comfortable everyday living and easy entertaining. A unique spiral staircase leads to the second floor, where you'll find two cozy bedrooms and a versatile office space-perfect for working from home or accommodating guests. The primary bedroom offers a charming fireplace, creating a warm and restful retreat. All upstairs rooms feature sliding doors with direct access to a spacious deck overlooking the lake, blending indoor comfort with outdoor beauty. This home also offers valuable upgrades, including a newer roof and hardwood floors throughout the second level. Outside, a restored one-room cottage provides flexible space-ideal for storage, a studio, or a private guest suite. Enjoy lake access right at your doorstep, making it easy to embrace outdoor living year-round.Conveniently located near top-rated schools, scenic outdoor destinations like Farmington River Trail and Fisher Meadows Recreation Area, as well as easy access to Route 44 and Route 10 for commuting. Nearby amenities include healthcare services at UConn Health and a variety of dining and shopping options throughout Avon and neighboring West Hartford. A rare opportunity to enjoy lakeside living with convenience, charm, and flexibility-this home is ready to welcome you!

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171 Secret Lake Road Avon, CT 06001

  • Price: $300,000
  • Status: Active Under Contract
  • On Site: 26 Days
  • MLS #: 24166252
2
Beds
1
Baths
0
½ Baths
0.59
Acres
1,260
SQFT
$238
$/SQFT
1935
Built
County:
Hartford
Area:
Avon
Elementary School:
Roaring Brook
High School:
Avon
Property Description
***HIGHEST & BEST DUE EOD 4/20*** Welcome to this charming lakeside retreat in Avon-a warm and inviting 2-bedroom, 1-bath home perfectly positioned to capture serene water views and peaceful surroundings. Step onto the front porch and take in the tranquil setting overlooking Secret Lake-an ideal spot for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Inside, the main level features a bright and open floor plan, seamlessly connecting the living, kitchen/Dining areas for comfortable everyday living and easy entertaining. A unique spiral staircase leads to the second floor, where you'll find two cozy bedrooms and a versatile office space-perfect for working from home or accommodating guests. The primary bedroom offers a charming fireplace, creating a warm and restful retreat. All upstairs rooms feature sliding doors with direct access to a spacious deck overlooking the lake, blending indoor comfort with outdoor beauty. This home also offers valuable upgrades, including a newer roof and hardwood floors throughout the second level. Outside, a restored one-room cottage provides flexible space-ideal for storage, a studio, or a private guest suite. Enjoy lake access right at your doorstep, making it easy to embrace outdoor living year-round.Conveniently located near top-rated schools, scenic outdoor destinations like Farmington River Trail and Fisher Meadows Recreation Area, as well as easy access to Route 44 and Route 10 for commuting. Nearby amenities include healthcare services at UConn Health and a variety of dining and shopping options throughout Avon and neighboring West Hartford. A rare opportunity to enjoy lakeside living with convenience, charm, and flexibility-this home is ready to welcome you!
Exterior Features

Color Light Green Direct Waterfront YN Yes Driveway Type PrivatePaved Exterior Features ShedPorchWrap Around DeckDeckGuttersStone Wall Exterior Siding Vinyl Siding Garage And Parking Driveway Lot Description Fence - PartialLightly WoodedWater View Nearby Amenities Health ClubLakeLibraryMedical FacilitiesPlayground/Tot LotPrivate School(s)Tennis Courts Parking Total Spaces 4 Roof Information Asphalt Shingle Style Cottage Swimming Pool YN No Waterfront Description LakeWalk to WaterAssociation RequiredWater CommunityViewAccess

Interior Features

Appliances Included Oven/RangeRange HoodRefrigerator Attic Description Access Via Hatch Attic YN Yes Basement Description None Cooling System Ceiling Fans Fireplaces Total 2 Heat Type BaseboardWall UnitWood/Coal Stove Interior Features Open Floor Plan Laundry Room Info Main Level Laundry Room Location Kitchen area Living Area SQFTPer Public Record 630 Rooms Kitchen (Main Level BeamsDining AreaFireplaceIslandHardwood Floor) Primary Bedroom (Upper Level Balcony/DeckCeiling FanFireplaceSlidersHardwood Floor) Bedroom (Upper Level Balcony/DeckSlidersHardwood Floor) Living Room (Main Level Balcony/DeckWall/Wall Carpet) Full Bath (Upper Level Tile Floor) Office (Upper Level Balcony/DeckSlidersHardwood Floor) Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade 1260 Total Rooms 5

Property Features

Agent Owner YN No Association Amenities ParkPlayground/Tot Lot Association Fee Includes Lake/Beach Access Bank Owned Property No Exclusions Please see inclusions/exclusions rider Financing Used Other Foundation Type Concrete Fuel Tank Location Above Ground Heat Fuel Type ElectricPropane Hoa Fee Amount 150 Hoa Fee Frequency Annually Home Owners Assocation Yes Home Warranty Offered YN No Hot Water Description Other New Construction Type No/Resale Potential Short Sale No Radon Mitigation Air YN No Radon Mitigation Water YN No Sewage System Public Sewer Connected Tax Year July 2025-June 2026 Under Agreement Yn No Water Source Public Water Connected Zoning R15

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The data relating to real estate for sale on this website appears in part through the SMARTMLS Internet Data Exchange program, a voluntary cooperative exchange of property listing data between licensed real estate brokerage firms, and is provided by SMARTMLS through a licensing agreement. Listing information is from various brokers who participate in the SMARTMLS IDX program and not all listings may be visible on the site. The property information being provided on or through the website is for the personal, non-commercial use of consumers and such information may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on the website may no longer be available because they are for instance, under contract, sold or are no longer being offered for sale. Property information displayed is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed. Copyright 2026 SmartMLS, Inc. Data last updated: 2026-05-12T00:09:59.293.
 
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