78 May St

New Britain, CT 06052

$189,900
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
896 Sq. Ft.
$212 / Sq. Ft.
896
Sq. Ft.
$212
per Sq. Ft.
Closed 11/14/25
Closed 11/14/25
a front view of a house with garden

Description

HIGHEST AND BEST DUE MONDAY, OCT 20 at 3pm Welcome to 78 May Street where your minor carpentry skills will make this 5 room ranch shine! Step inside to discover a bright, open layout featuring a spacious living room with bow window which flows seamlessly into an eat-in kitchen with deep cabinetry and a convenient pass-through overlooking the rear family room boasting a vaulted ceiling, skylight and sliding glass door leading out to a private deck and backyard - ideal for relaxing or entertaining....HIGHEST AND BEST DUE MONDAY, OCT 20 at 3pm Welcome to 78 May Street where your minor carpentry skills will make this 5 room ranch shine! Step inside to discover a bright, open layout featuring a spacious living room with bow window which flows seamlessly into an eat-in kitchen with deep cabinetry and a convenient pass-through overlooking the rear family room boasting a vaulted ceiling, skylight and sliding glass door leading out to a private deck and backyard - ideal for relaxing or entertaining. Freshly painted, generous sized bedrooms, one with beautiful garden window, plus an updated full bath with vaulted ceiling and skylight complete the interior layout. Additional highlights include central air, vinyl windows, an updated gas boiler (2018), and roof replaced in 2013. Perfect condo alternative! Just bring your finishing touches to make this home your own. Cash or Conventional financing only.
  1. Listed by Chris J Hogan • Century 21 Classic Homes
    P: (860)-558-4337 C: (860)-558-4337 CHRISJHOGAN@YAHOO.COM

Property Details for 78 May Street

Basement Description
Partial, Unfinished
Direct Waterfront
No
Expected Active Date
10-17-2025
Garages Number
0
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Ranch
Garage Parking Info
None, Driveway
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 11/14/2025 09:27 PM

Property Details for 78 May Street

StatusClosed
MLS #24131836
Days on Market3
Taxes$4,465 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1952
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
CountyHartford County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Classic Homes, Chris J Hogan

Sold By New Door Realty, Reza Abbassi

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Building Information for 78 May Street

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,405 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,298 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$926

Property Taxes

$372

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 78 May Street

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.663678
  • Longitude: -72.819657
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Walk to Bus Lines
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 5
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $4,465
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Gutters
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Laminate Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 4083D4D4F25E40D4E063E201100A3C4B
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Skylight,Vaulted Ceiling,Sliders
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Blue
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 896
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 647550
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 896.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 896.0
  • Zoning: S3
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Domestic
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 78 May Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 7, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #399384139

$82,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/07/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #399384139

$82,500

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 78 May Street

Taxable ValueLand$49,490Additions$64,470Total$113,960
Tax Record2024$4,465 ($372 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt896 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt896 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt192 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,405 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952ZoningS3CountyHARTFORDAPNNBRI M:F4C B:29

Schools near 78 May Street

This home is within New Britain School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lincoln School
Public - K to 5
Slade Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Academic Extension Center
Public - 7 to 12
Key Middle (Slade)
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Lincoln School
PublicK to 5

Slade Middle School
Public6 to 8

Academic Extension Center
Public7 to 12

Key Middle (Slade)
Public6 to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Listing Courtesy of Century 21 Classic Homes, Chris J Hogan

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