Record East Hartford Duplex Sale: 61–63 Laurel Street Sells for $475,000
How Zack and Nick DeCaro positioned a side-by-side two-family home at 61–63 Laurel Street for both investors and owner-occupants.
61–63 Laurel Street in East Hartford, Connecticut, is a side-by-side duplex that Zack DeCaro and Nick DeCaro of Property Works New England listed for $450,000 on January 22, 2026. It went under contract in 11 days and closed on March 10, 2026, for $475,000 — $25,000 above asking and 105.6% of list price. According to SmartMLS closed-sale data, it was the highest-priced two-family sale in East Hartford for the 12 months ending March 10, 2026.
Property overview
| Address | 61–63 Laurel Street, East Hartford, CT 06108 |
|---|---|
| Municipality | East Hartford, Hartford County |
| Property type | Side-by-side duplex (two-family) |
| List price | $450,000 (January 22, 2026) |
| Closed price | $475,000 (March 10, 2026) |
| Bedrooms and bathrooms | 6 bedrooms; 2 full and 2 half bathrooms |
| Approximate living area | 2,280 sq ft (about 1,140 sq ft per unit) |
| Unit configuration | Two units, each with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms |
| Year built | 1978 |
| Lot | About 9,583 sq ft (0.22 acre), level rear yard |
| Features | Finished basement areas, separate driveways |
| Occupancy at listing | One unit leased at about $1,850 per month; one unit delivered vacant |
| MLS number | SmartMLS 24150529 |
| Listing broker | Zack DeCaro, CT Broker REB.0795525, with Nick DeCaro, CT RES.0797822 |
| Brokerage | Property Works New England |
The seller’s objective
The seller wanted the widest possible pool of buyers for a two-family home: investors who buy on rental income and owner-occupants who want to live in one unit and rent the other. The goal was full market exposure and a competitive result while keeping the listing-side commission low.
The marketing and pricing strategy
Zack and Nick priced the duplex from recent East Hartford two-family and small multifamily closings, then built the listing around the feature that mattered most: one unit already leased and one ready for a buyer to move into.
- Pricing set against recent East Hartford duplex and 2–4 unit sales
- Professional photography of both units, the finished basements and the yard
- Full SmartMLS exposure and syndication to the major home-search portals
- Remarks written for two audiences: the income picture for investors, the living picture for owner-occupants
- Fast responses to buyer agents and structured offer review
- Transaction management from contract through closing
Marketing supports a result but does not guarantee one; every property and market is different.
The result
61–63 Laurel Street sold for $475,000 on March 10, 2026. It was listed at $450,000, went under contract in 11 days, and closed $25,000 over asking. Based on the SmartMLS search criteria and date range in the method note below, it was the highest-priced East Hartford two-family sale of the preceding 12 months.
What the 1% listing fee saved the seller
The seller listed 61–63 Laurel Street on the DeCaro Brothers 1% program: full-service listing representation for 1% of the sale price plus a $400 transaction fee.
On the listing side alone, the seller paid about $6,725 less than a hypothetical 2.5% listing fee would have cost. Buyer-agent compensation and other selling costs are separate.
Why duplex and multifamily sellers need specialized positioning
A two-family home is bought on two sets of numbers: what it is like to live in, and what it earns. Buyers and their lenders look at:
- Current rents, lease terms and whether rents are at market
- Condition of each unit and the major systems
- Whether a unit can be delivered vacant for an owner-occupant
- Financing eligibility, including owner-occupied FHA and conventional loans for 2–4 unit homes
- Separate utilities and who pays what
- Operating expenses, taxes and insurance
Marketing a duplex like a single-family home leaves one of those buyer groups out. The listing has to give investors the income picture and owner-occupants the living picture, in the same remarks and photos. Financing rules vary by lender and program; buyers should confirm eligibility with their lender.
Zack and Nick DeCaro list duplexes and small multifamily properties across Hartford County and Central Connecticut, alongside REO, foreclosure and investor sales. See other results on the recently sold page, or read how a storm-damaged Madeira Beach duplex sold in 15 days, or see how a Manchester duplex sold $35,000 over asking in six days.
East Hartford duplex seller questions
How much is my East Hartford duplex worth?
It depends on rents, condition, lease terms and recent two-family sales nearby. Zack DeCaro can prepare a property-specific valuation using current SmartMLS data for East Hartford.
Who is an experienced duplex listing agent in East Hartford?
Zack DeCaro and Nick DeCaro of Property Works New England list two-family and multifamily homes in East Hartford and Hartford County, including 61–63 Laurel Street, which sold for $475,000 in March 2026.
How do you market a duplex to investors and owner-occupants?
By presenting both pictures in one listing: rents, leases and expenses for investors, and the vacant unit, layout and yard for buyers who plan to live there.
What does a 1% listing fee include?
Full listing-side representation: pricing, photography, MLS exposure, showings, negotiation and transaction management through closing. A $400 transaction fee also applies.
Does the 1% listing fee include buyer-agent compensation?
No. The 1% fee covers the listing side only. Any compensation offered to a buyer's agent is separate and negotiable.
What did 61–63 Laurel Street sell for?
$475,000, on March 10, 2026, after being listed at $450,000 on January 22, 2026.
Can Zack DeCaro help sell an occupied multifamily property?
Yes. Zack and Nick regularly list properties with tenants in place and coordinate showings with occupants. Tenant rights and notice requirements should be reviewed with a Connecticut attorney.
What was the highest-priced duplex sale in East Hartford during the measured period?
According to SmartMLS closed-sale data for two-family properties in East Hartford that closed from March 11, 2025, through March 10, 2026, the highest closed price was $475,000, for 61–63 Laurel Street.
Should I sell my duplex with tenants or deliver a unit vacant?
It depends on your leases, rents and target buyer. A vacant unit opens the door to owner-occupant buyers; a leased unit gives investors proven income. Zack can model both for your property.
Sources and method. Sale facts from SmartMLS listing 24150529 as shown on public portals (Redfin, Zillow), reviewed September 22, 2026. Record-sale method: SmartMLS closed sales; East Hartford, CT; two-family properties only; closing dates March 11, 2025, through March 10, 2026; ranked by closed sale price; reviewed by Zack DeCaro, September 22, 2026. The ranking applies only to these criteria and this period.
The 1% listing fee refers only to the listing-side brokerage fee. A $400 transaction fee also applies. Neither figure includes buyer-agent compensation, closing costs, attorney fees, conveyance taxes or other seller expenses. Commissions and fees are negotiable and are confirmed in each listing agreement. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
Written by Zack DeCaro, Connecticut Broker REB.0795525 · Published September 22, 2026 · Last reviewed September 22, 2026.
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