20 Forest Drive, Salem, CT 06420
SOLD
OCT 17, 2025

20 Forest Drive
Salem, CT 06420

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,978 sqft (on 1.09 acres)

$345,000

Last Sold: Oct 17, 2025
1% below list $350K
$174/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,295/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$345,000

Last Sold: Oct 17, 2025
1% below list $350K
$174/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $2,295/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,978 sqft
(on 1.09 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Unique opportunity to own in a private beach community on Gardner Lake! Nice sized bedrooms (could be a 5 bedroom!) and living spaces just needs paint and a few other minor repairs to make this house shine! Private Beach at Gardner Lake with boat ramp, volleyball, baseball field, and kayak rack for community members with a low association fee of $175/year. Attic space off primary bedroom has cedar closet and could be turned into a master bath and walk in closet. Plenty of outdoor spaces (28'x12' deck w/wrought iron railings, large patio area) with lovely stone walls and a gardener's shed. Upper portion of land has plenty of cut wood for use in wood stove or for a fire pit. Updated kitchen, gorgeous hardwood floors, exposed beams in living area, wood stove, and flexible floor plan giving endless possibilities!
20 Forest Drive, Salem, CT 06420 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,978 sqft single-family home built in 1958. It last sold for $345,000 on Oct 17, 2025 (1% below the $350,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $364,400, with a rent estimate of $3,650/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
$15/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$174/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 20 Forest Drive

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Unfinished,Interior Entry,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1978 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Lower LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Hot Water,OilNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Hot Water
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Thermopane Windows
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Accessibility: Bath Grab Bars

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck, PatioOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: Rain Gutters, Garden, Lighting, Stone WallFoundation: Concrete PerimeterGardenNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: None,Paved,Off Street,Driveway,Private,Asphalt
Frontage
Waterfront: Walk to Water, Beach Access, Association Required, AccessNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1978 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Cape Cod
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1563908

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $350,000Price Per Sqft: $174/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Aug 31 2025Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: SalemCommunity: Gardner Lake
School Information
Elementary School: SalemHigh School: East Lyme

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: The Royal Team at RE/MAX Legends

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1978 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Lake, Park

HOA

Has an HOAHOA Fee: $175/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1.09 Acres

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Windows

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 24121326Attic: Storage, FlooredAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1978

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Guest Parking,Park,Lake/Beach Access
Last check for updates: about 22 hours ago
Listed by Paula J. Turley, (860) 884-2631
CR Premier Properties, (860) 451-8067
Bought with: Kiki Sydnor, (860) 857-6912, RE/MAX Legends, (860) 451-8000
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24121326

Price History for 20 Forest Drive

DatePriceEventSource
10/17/2025$345,000Sold
Smart MLS #24121326
09/01/2025$350,000PendingSmart MLS #24121326
08/22/2025$350,000Listed For SaleSmart MLS #24121326
05/08/1987$110,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Salem

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$4,986
Assessment$165,100
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 20 Forest Drive

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Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
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209 Old Colchester Road, Salem, CT
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$400,000
09/10/25
3
1.5
1,556
148 Old Colchester Road, Salem, CT
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$1,000,000
05/04/26
3
2.5
2,379
70-72 Lake View Avenue, Salem, CT
0.76
Single-Family Home
$675,000
05/08/26
3
2
1,368
220 Norwich Road, Salem, CT
1.41
Single-Family Home
$425,000
07/13/26
4
2
1,769
30 Cottage Road, Bozrah, CT
1.47
Single-Family Home
$325,000
08/19/25
3
2
1,796
219 Doyle Road, Oakdale, CT
1.07
Single-Family Home
$430,000
11/06/25
2
3
2,200

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What Locals Say about Salem

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  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say parking is easy

  • 90 % Say car is needed

  • 82 % Say it's quiet

  • 78 % Say there's wildlife

  • 69 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 61 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 54 % Say kids play outside

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 28 % Say there are community events

  • 10 % Say streets are well-lit

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