79 Johnson Avenue, Meriden, CT 06451
OFF MARKET

79 Johnson Avenue
Meriden, CT 06451

  • 5 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,316 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

$414,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,901/mo*
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$414,700

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 6, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,901/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,316 sqft
(on 0.32 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Who will be the first to find this gem!? Pull into your driveway-2 car garage and escape to this "Surprisingly unique - vast - remodeled "5" bedroom home. The huge/private Master bedroom is on the left side. it is an Oasis in itself. His and her spa bathroom with "heated floor/T -seats, Maax air tub - Multi head shower Grohe/Moen faucets - Toto bidet and more. Master also has a inset wall area "plumbed" for a "coffee nook". Balcony w/ sliders off back of Master to take a breather. Kitchen is beautifully remodeled and has center island eating area. Walkout w/ sliders to full span deck (direct propane feed avail) which overlooks fenced yard, "heated' pool/firepit and outdoor 'big screen' SkyVue all-weather TV. Outbuilding photos speak for themselves. Entire yard has matured plantings, rosebushes, rock garden succulents and more. Mudroom with storage and changing area greet you off the garage. Unique Custom "built ins" await you. Come see.
79 Johnson Avenue, Meriden, CT 06451 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,316 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $387,500 on Dec 17, 2024 (2% above the $379,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $414,700, with a rent estimate of $3,723/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 79 Johnson Avenue

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,ConcreteNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2316 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Disposal, Water HeaterDisposalLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltOther Structures: Pool HouseFoundation: StoneHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached
Pool
Pool: Heated, Above GroundPool
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2316 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1169442

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $379,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Oct 25 2024Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Meriden
School Information
Elementary School: Benjamin FranklinJr High / Middle School: LincolnHigh School: Orville H. Platt

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2316 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 24053425Attic: Access Via HatchAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2316
Last check for updates: about 15 hours ago
Listed by Edward Siebert, (203) 675-2376
Century 21 AllPoints Realty, (203) 265-1931
Bought with: Camron Cottam, (508) 410-5371, RE/MAX RISE, (203) 714-6479
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#24053425

Price History for 79 Johnson Avenue

DatePriceEventSource
12/17/2024$387,500Sold
Smart MLS #24053425
10/25/2024$379,000PendingSmart MLS #24053425
10/21/2024$379,000PriceChange
Smart MLS #24053425
10/14/2024$395,900Listed For SaleSmart MLS #24053425
04/04/2008$259,000Sold
N/A
02/07/2006$140,000Sold
Smart MLS #N237064

Market trends in Meriden

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$308K
$4.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.0%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$207
$2MoM
Available listings
100
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$6,608
Assessment$164,780
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 79 Johnson Avenue

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
61 Allen Avenue, Meriden, CT
0.11
Single-Family Home
$372,500
08/15/25
3
2
1,904
50 Fairfax Avenue, Meriden, CT
0.12
Single-Family Home
$385,000
04/27/26
3
2
1,630
152 Fiesta Heights, Meriden, CT
0.26
Single-Family Home
$440,000
08/15/25
3
2.5
1,764
123 Allen Avenue, Meriden, CT
0.22
Single-Family Home
$425,000
10/29/25
3
1.5
2,786
261 Reservoir Avenue, Meriden, CT
0.33
Single-Family Home
$345,000
12/22/25
3
2
2,655
23 Parkview Avenue, Meriden, CT
0.33
Single-Family Home
$380,000
11/25/25
3
1.5
1,470

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What Locals Say about Meriden

At least 650 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 77 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 72 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 70 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 69 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 61 % Say kids play outside

  • 55 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 44 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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    "Still need more better sidewalks better street lighting clean up the clutter in the town. It looks kinda dirty and some neighborhoods"
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    "The area that I live in is very quiet there are nice elderly people in this area. There are even some you child that are always having fun and enjoying their time outside when they can."
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    "There's the Daffodil Festival, the Puerto Rican Festival, a Farmer's Market, and parades for most minor holidays."
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    "My neighbors commute to downtown area and public transportation parks and school closer to the mall and other shopping center area. Closer to grocery store and theater "
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    "You get out of the schools what you put in. Plenty of activities for the kids. Scant few sidewalks and people drive too fast. "
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    "No sidewalks and no speed enforcement in many of the neighborhoods. Great veterinary care in town and close by for emergencies. "
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    "No stores. All good one like Macy’s , Gymboree and others are closed. We need something good here otherwise people will star moving to other towns like Middletown o Wallingford "
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