About this home

Cherished by the same owners for over six decades, this well-loved Raised Ranch in the established Birchwood Estates neighborhood offers beautiful, elevated views of Meriden and convenient highway access, ideal for commuters! The main level features three bedrooms, hardwood floors, a spacious living and dining area with a fireplace, and a kitchen ready for your personal touches. Downstairs, the fully finished lower level provides additional living spaces, perfect for a media room, home office, or recreation area complete with generous built-in bookcase storage. Additional highlights include 1.5 bathrooms, a whirlpool jetted tub, central air with a new unit installed in 2025, several updated windows, an attached 2-car garage, and additional attic storage. Situated on approximately half an acre, the rear deck is a wonderful spot to enjoy your morning coffee, entertain guests, or simply take in the scenery. Lovingly maintained over the years, this home provides a solid foundation with plenty of potential to make it your own. With its combination of location, space, and desirable features, 169 Tulip Drive might just be the perfect place to plant your roots!

Facts and features

Schools

• Thomas Hooker School

  elementary · K-5 · 0.8 mi

  9

• Francis T. Maloney High School

  high · 9-12 · 1.9 mi

  4

• Washington Middle School

  middle · 6-8 · 3.2 mi

  4

• Connecticut Christian Academy

  elementary · K-8 · 0.5 mi

• Venture Academy

  high · 9-12 · 0.3 mi

• Meliora Academy

  elementary · K-12 · 0.6 mi

Price history

• Nov 5, 2026 · Listed$395,000

Tax history

• 2025$7,076 tax · $176,470 assessed
• 2023$6,139 tax · $176,470 assessed
• 2022$5,822 tax · $176,470 assessed
• 2021$5,863 tax · $143,500 assessed
• 2020$5,863 tax · $143,500 assessed
• 2018$5,889 tax · $143,500 assessed
• 2017$5,729 tax · $143,500 assessed
• 2016$5,655 tax · $150,920 assessed

Home value

$427,786

• Quantarium$427,786
• Collateral Analytics$430,000
• Cotality$411,000

Where it is