Bethany Homes under $1.25 million

Welcome to Bethany, Connecticut, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of New Haven County. Known for its picturesque landscapes and a close-knit community, Bethany offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of city life while still being conveniently located just a short drive from urban amenities.

With its charming rural character, Bethany boasts an array of outdoor activities, including scenic hiking trails, beautiful parks, and lush green spaces. The town is home to stunning natural features, such as the scenic Lake Bethany and the sprawling Bethany Town Park, perfect for family picnics or leisurely strolls. Residents enjoy the tranquility of suburban living while benefiting from proximity to nearby cities like New Haven and Waterbury.

When it comes to real estate, Bethany offers an appealing selection of homes priced under $1.25 million, making it an attractive option for families, professionals, and retirees alike. From charming colonial-style houses to modern, spacious residences, there’s something for everyone in this vibrant community. Many of these homes feature expansive yards, updated interiors, and beautiful views, allowing you to enjoy the best of both comfort and nature.

Bethany's strong sense of community is reflected in its local events, farmers’ markets, and active civic organizations, fostering connections among residents. With its excellent schools and low crime rates, Bethany is not just a place to live; it’s a place to thrive. Explore the possibilities of calling Bethany home, where your dream lifestyle awaits!

Newest Bethany Homes under $1.25 million

$579,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 24210574 MLS

Secluded rear lot Colonial located in the heart of Bethany! This expansive 4 Bedroom home, offers a lifestyle of leisure & enjoyment with this tranquil 3.63 acre tree-lined property. The home is set far back from the road down a long freshly milled driveway with convenient circular turn around at the bottom. A cobblestone pathway leads you to the welcoming covered porch entrance as you begin your tour of the inside. Newly refinished hardwood floors bring you through the L-Shaped combo Living room/Dining room complete w/wood burning Fireplace & bay window overlooking a tree-filled yard. Directly off the Living room we enter a bright & welcoming Eat-in-Kitchen once again w/hardwood floors, white cabinets, SS appliances & dining space. Rounding out the main level is a generous Family room w/vinyl flooring & 2nd Fireplace w/electric insert & sliders leading to the enjoyable private back deck. Upstairs we find new vinyl flooring covering the entire top level. At one end of the home the primary suite awaits, offering a walk-in closet, Full bath (w/room for future expansion) & an extra room over garage offering options for more closet space or possible small office or more! The other 3 Bedrooms & hallway Full Bath tie the upper level all together. The home also features a full unfinished basement just waiting to be completed into additional living space w/sliders to the outside. There is also an oversized 2 Car Garage, New Roof/Solar PPA, Newer CA. Home awaits your finishing touch!

225 Bethmour Rd, Bethany

$499,900

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 24208179 MLS

Bring your finishing touches to this expansive ranch-styled home on a corner lot in a great neighborhood. First floor features a large living room with fireplace, kitchen with skylight, formal dining room, 4-season sunroom and 3 bedrooms, including primary bed with full bath. Partially finished lower level has a full bath. Buderus boiler, well, newer septic system.

75 Crestwood Rd, Bethany

$499,900

5 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 24208150 MLS

Welcome to 77 Pleasant Drive, where peaceful country living meets the confidence of extensive recent updates. Set on a private 1.53-acre lot, this spacious 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath raised ranch offers room to spread out, entertain, work from home, and enjoy your own backyard retreat. Step inside to a bright, welcoming main level featuring a comfortable living room with a cozy fireplace, formal dining area, eat-in kitchen, and well-appointed bedrooms. Downstairs, the fully finished walk-out lower level adds exceptional versatility, complete with an additional bedroom and half bath. Create the guest space, home office, media room, fitness area, or flexible living space that fits your lifestyle. Outside, the property truly shines. Spend summer afternoons relaxing by the in-ground gunite pool, host friends on the back deck, or simply enjoy the privacy and serenity of the surrounding yard. Even better, many of the home's major systems have already been updated, offering added peace of mind for the next owner. Improvements include a new septic system, roof, well pump, radon mitigation system, and boiler in 2020, a water treatment system in 2023, and a new oil tank in 2023. Conveniently located approximately two miles from Bethany Community School and Amity Regional Middle School, 77 Pleasant Drive combines space, privacy, flexibility, and extensive improvements in one inviting property. Come experience the setting, space, and lifestyle this Bethany home has to offer.

77 Pleasant Dr, Bethany

$975,000

4 Beds ⋅ 6 Baths ⋅ 24207327 MLS

Privately set on 2.59 wooded acres, in a highly desirable area of Bethany, this inviting home has been lovingly maintained by its original owner for 19 years. Filled with natural light, the spacious open-concept floor plan on the main level offers a comfortable flow for everyday living and entertaining. There are beautiful hardwood floors throughout. There are both a formal living room and a huge family room that features a cozy fireplace. The gracious formal dining room offers wonderful space for entertaining. The bright eat-in kitchen opens through sliders to a welcoming deck and a private backyard. Perfect for morning coffee, outdoor dining, or relaxing. A powder room and laundry complete the first floor. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms are complemented by a large additional room with its own full bath, offering flexible space for a home office, playroom, gym, media room, or a superb guest suite. This generous space also features a second staircase to the first floor, making for a perfect au-pair setup. The large main suite is a perfect getaway, with a tray ceiling, a huge walk-in closet, and an en-suite bath with a jetted tub. Freshly painted inside and out. It comes fully equipped with a generator for peace of mind. The basement offers lots of dry storage, with high ceilings if you want more living space. The walk-up attic has high ceilings for even more dry storage.

24 Judd Hill Rd, Bethany

$475,000

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 24207170 MLS

Set on a private 4-acre wooded lot in scenic Bethany, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath Contemporary offers over 2,400 sq ft of updated living space with a brand new roof among other improvements! Step into a vaulted great room where exposed wood beams, skylight, and a cozy wood-burning stove create a warm space, framed by windows looking out to the trees. Hardwood flooring flows through the kitchen and dining room. The eat-in kitchen has a sliding glass door to the deck overlooking the private backyard. A large den or family room with access to the one-car garage is on the main level along with a full bathroom and laundry. Upstairs, is a newly renovated full bathroom with a double sink vanity and skylight that fills the space with natural light. Brand-new wall-to-wall carpeting on the second floor and staircase and fresh paint throughout the entire home creates a bright, move-in-ready feel. Outside, the home has been well maintained with exterior siding repairs, fresh exterior paint, and new roof, offering peace of mind for years to come. The wooded acreage provides plenty of room to garden, play, or simply enjoy the peaceful, private setting Bethany is known for. Ideally located just minutes from Amity schools, Bethany's town green, and Veterans Memorial Park, with easy access to Sleeping Giant State Park, Routes 63 & 69, and a quick commute to neighboring Woodbridge, Hamden, and New Haven amenities. A rare opportunity to enjoy privacy and space in a convenient location!

107 Gaylord Mountain Rd, Bethany

$499,900

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 24205493 MLS

Pull up and immediately appreciate the peaceful setting and quieter lifestyle that make Bethany such a special place to call home. Many of the big-ticket improvements are already done, including a new roof, siding, gutters and doors, plus new windows in select areas. Step inside and the living room, dining room and newly renovated kitchen come together in one large open-concept space. High vaulted ceilings add to the sense of openness, creating the perfect setting for entertaining family and friends through all four seasons of New England. New drywall and flooring provide a fresh backdrop throughout. The completely renovated bathrooms bring a touch of luxury to the everyday, with beautiful finishes, standalone tubs, rainfall shower heads and an open, spa-like feel. Getting ready in the morning may become your favorite part of the day-and might even make you a few minutes late for work! From the main living area, step onto the rear deck overlooking the level backyard. Picture summer cookouts while the kids enjoy a swing set or sandbox below, or imagine creating your own backyard retreat with an in-ground pool. Behind the scenes, enjoy a new water heater and well system, plus a septic system approximately two years old. With so much already completed, simply settle in, make it yours and enjoy the space and tranquility of Bethany living.

212 Bear Hill Rd, Bethany

$420,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 24205005 MLS

Move-in ready 2-bedroom Cape set on 1.96 acres at the end of a cul-de-sac road. The main level offers a spacious eat-in kitchen, living room, and dining room with sliders to a large 24' x 14' deck. A den with closet and nearby full bath complete the first floor. Upstairs, doghouse dormers add character and useful nooks, along with 2 bedrooms and a full bath. The finished lower level adds a family room with walk-out access to the backyard and a dedicated laundry area. Additional features include propane heat, central air, a generator, a two-car under-house garage, and ample driveway parking. Built in 1989. Central air approx 2019, roof approx. 2011, furnace approx. 2015, and generator approx. 2013, all approximate dates per previous owner. Conveniently located near Routes 8, 15 and 63, with easy access to Yale University, Yale New Haven Hospital, and downtown New Haven. OFFERS DUE By September 14 by 10:00 A.M. Please reach out via text to me if submitting an offer. Seller reserves the right to accept an offer sooner. Thank you.

61 Rolling Green Rd, Bethany

$595,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 24204646 MLS

Privately set on 2.47 acres in desirable Bethany, this distinctive modern home offers an open, light-filled layout and extensive recent improvements. The dramatic great room features soaring ceilings and a wood-burning stove, flowing seamlessly into an updated eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops, tile backsplash, center island, Viking oven/range, and oversized walk-in pantry. Down the hall are 2 bedrooms with hardwood flooring, a completely remodeled guest bath, and a spacious primary suite with a renovated private bath. At the opposite end of the home, the approximately 560 sq ft sunroom has two private entrances, one to the back deck and one to the fenced in garden on the other side of the property. This gorgeous room features another wood-burning stove, 3 sets of sliding doors, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the tranquil yard. The home wraps around the in-ground pool, creating a private courtyard and backyard oasis. A new deck connects the kitchen and sunroom, while the pool received a new vermiculite base, liner, and pump in August 2026. Additional improvements include cost saving solar panels, new Andersen windows throughout nearly the entire home; a new well pump, wiring and piping extending approx 300 ft (July 2026); a new house water-filtration system; a new double-walled oil tank; fresh interior paint and a complete exterior paint job; and a new washer and dryer. A generator hookup and generator are included.

850 Litchfield Tpke, Bethany

$950,000

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 24202110 MLS

NEW CONSTRUCTION ! This home will be over 3000 sq ft, masterfully crafted & well designed with 4 large bedrooms & 3.5 bathrooms. See the public remarks addendum for the description of what's to come! Photos featured will be updated monthly. Some customizations still available**

298 Wooding Hill Rd, Bethany

$675,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 24186286 MLS

Nestled on a private 5-acre setting in the Amity School District, this exceptional contemporary home offers the perfect blend of privacy, character, & comfort. Set high atop a hill and tucked well back from the road, the property provides a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature. Boasting 3,396 square feet of living space, this move-in ready home is filled with distinctive architectural details, soaring ceilings, and expansive windows that bring the beauty of the outdoors inside. The spacious living room features hardwood flooring, a fireplace, and a dramatic loft above connected by a bridge overlook. A separate den also offers hardwood floors and its own fireplace, creating warm and inviting living spaces. The modern chef's kitchen is equipped with granite countertops, ample cabinetry and generous workspace for cooking and entertaining. The main level includes an in-law bedroom or guest suite, offering flexibility for extended family, guests, or multi-generational living. Upstairs the primary suite serves as a private sanctuary with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the natural surroundings a beautifully appointed primary bath, and a unique exercise loft. Two additional bedrooms complete the upper level. Surrounded by mature trees and set in a tranquil hillside location, this one of a kind contemporary home offers exceptional privacy, abundant natural light, and a seamless connection to nature while remaining within the highly regarded Amity School District.

151 Cheshire Rd, Bethany

$749,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 24185652 MLS

Welcome to 285 Wooding Hill Road - a place where nature, craftsmanship, and quiet beauty come together in a way that is both rare and unforgettable. From the moment you arrive, the world seems to slow. The gentle sound of the brook, the rustle of trees, every inch of this property invites you to breathe deeper, stay longer, and savor the simple beauty of home. Inside, the home is rich with warmth, texture, and timeless character. Hand-hewn beams, wide plank floors, and artisan details tell a story of thoughtful design and enduring craftsmanship. The kitchen was renovated top to bottom in 2019. At the heart of it all is a truly unforgettable gathering space featuring a custom bar, with a wood-fired pizza oven, built from materials found right on the property - a one-of-a-kind centerpiece that brings friends and family together. The outdoor detached barn can be transferred into anything you need- suitable for workshop, or horses/ animals with a wood stove. 2019 upgrades -New septic, well pump, roof on main home, detached barn and garage. Electrical upgrades with additional sub panel. 2019 remodeled kitchen top to bottom with natural edge granite counter. Outdoor kitchen and barn both have hot and cold water. A home that offers a lifestyle rooted in comfort, charm, and serenity.

285 Wooding Hill Rd, Bethany

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