If you are looking for a spacious antique farmhouse set well back from the road and surrounded by lots of trees and greenery, this is it! Located in the Taft School and Watertown Golf Club neighborhood, and minutes from Veterans Memorial Park, this well-loved, charming and sunny family home offers privacy, bountiful gardens, and abundant living space with a flexible layout. The main level of the home includes an eat in kitchen with windows over 5 feet tall, a cozy family room with French doors leading out to a large deck perfect for lounging and al fresco dining, a spacious light-filled living room with a lovely bay window and built ins, a formal dining room with wainscoting, and an office that could double as a bedroom. Both the majestic front and smaller back staircase lead to a spacious multipurpose second floor that is just waiting for your imaginative use. In addition to the 4 bedrooms and 2 full hall baths, there is a lovely, wallpapered dressing room or nursery, a sewing/craft room, and a large open area with kitchenette that could serve as a playroom, arts & crafts space, home school, gym, or simply an additional kitchen. Depending on your needs, the second floor can easily be utilized as 2 separate living spaces, accommodating guests, in laws or an au pair. In addition, there is a walk-up attic with loads of storage space. Note that this listing consists of 2 adjoining lots. The house sits on a 0.84 acre lot, and the adjoining lot is 0.17 acre. The property taxes shown on this listing ($6,625.00) are for the 0.84 acre lot, and the taxes for the smaller adjoining lot are $20.96.
Sold for $430,000
$430,000
249 Litchfield Road, Watertown, CT 06795
4beds
2,834sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
0.84 Acres Lot
$470,500 Zestimate®
$152/sqft
$3,577 Estimated rent
Home value
$470,500
$438,000 - $508,000
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: July 09, 2024 at 08:17pm
Listed by:
Katie Marcon 203-912-5395,
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l 860-868-6600
Bought with:
Steven Guthrie, RES.0808252
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170555655
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), French Doors, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Dining Area, Double-Sink, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Bay/Bow Window, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
Office
- Features: Bookcases, Built-in Features, Wall/Wall Carpet
- Level: Main
Other
- Features: Dressing Room, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Other
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
Other
- Level: Upper
Heating
- Forced Air, Oil
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Doors: Storm Door(s), French Doors
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Concrete,Interior Entry,Hatchway Access
- Attic: Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,834
- Total interior livable area: 2,834 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,834
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Unpaved, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Garden
Lot
- Size: 0.84 Acres
- Features: Interior Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 917694
- Zoning: R30
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique,Farm House
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System
Community
- Community features: Golf, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private School(s)
Location
- Region: Watertown
- Subdivision: Taft School
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2023 | Sold | $430,000+11.7%$152/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170555655 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2023 | Contingent | $385,000$136/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170555655 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2023 | Listed for sale | $385,000$136/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170555655 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,096 +5.9% | $269,500 |
| 2024 | $7,646 +9.4% | $269,500 +42.1% |
| 2023 | $6,989 +5.5% | $189,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06795
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Fletcher W. Judson SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 6/10Swift Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.7 mi
- 4/10Watertown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
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- Connecticut
- Litchfield County
- Watertown
- 06795
- 249 Litchfield Road