Known as the "Downs House", this quintessential ca1750 saltbox has quite a history. This charming period home was once a tavern, toll house and a school for young ladies. In 1793 the home was bought by Rev. John Minor who sold it in 1795 to Joel Downs, the first of many Downs who occupied the property over an 80-year period including his grandson, Charles Downs, who was postmaster for 7 years. The house has 7 rooms, 3 bedrms and 2 full baths. Many original details remain including the wide board chestnut floors. Built into the side of the bank, the LL features a family room (once used as a tavern) with working fireplace, original beams and full bath. The main level includes the living room with new woodstove, kitchen, primary bedroom and another room currently used as an office but perfect for a dressing room with full bath. The upper level has two bedrooms. A rear covered porch leads to a new patio and lovely level yard. New upgrades include a remodeled main level bathroom, remodeled family room, woodstove, water heater, water pump, water filtration system, fiber optics installed, paved driveway, gutters, curtain drain and tree removal. Current owners started updating and now it's yours to make it your own! The two sets of stairs are steep and the headroom at top (only) of stairs at upper level is low. Being sold "as-is." Ideal location just a few steps from the South Britain Country Store, minutes to Southbury center, I-84 and short walk to the Pomperaug River.
Sold for $280,000
$280,000
32 East Flat Hill Road, Southbury, CT 06488
3beds
1,709sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1750
0.34 Acres Lot
$346,300 Zestimate®
$164/sqft
$2,594 Estimated rent
Home value
$346,300
$315,000 - $384,000
$2,594/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 01, 2024 at 01:30am
Listed by:
Maria Taylor 203-578-0397,
Klemm Real Estate Inc 860-868-7313,
Claudine McHugh 203-228-7000,
Klemm Real Estate Inc
Bought with:
Xylia DiBianco, RES.0815883
Carbutti & Co., Realtors
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24025925
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Bedroom
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 13
Bedroom
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 10
Family room
- Features: Fireplace, Vinyl Floor
- Level: Lower
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 14
Kitchen
- Features: Built-in Features
- Level: Main
- Area: 133 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 19
Living room
- Features: Wood Stove, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 18
Other
- Features: Full Bath, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 10
Other
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 14
Heating
- Baseboard, Zoned, Oil
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Attic: None
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,709
- Total interior livable area: 1,709 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,259
- Finished area below ground: 450
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Paved, Off Street, Driveway, Private
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Stone Wall
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.34 Acres
- Features: Level, Historic District
Details
- Parcel number: 1327175
- Zoning: R-80
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Antique,Saltbox
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1750
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Southbury
- Subdivision: South Britain
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/21/2024 | Sold | $280,000-6.4%$164/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24025925 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2024 | Pending sale | $299,000$175/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24025925 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $299,000+72.8%$175/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24025925 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2020 | Sold | $173,000-6.4%$101/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170243022 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2020 | Pending sale | $184,900$108/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Realty #170243022 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,596 +9.8% | $189,900 +7% |
| 2024 | $4,187 +4.9% | $177,430 |
| 2023 | $3,992 -2.9% | $177,430 +23.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06488
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Gainfield Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 7/10Rochambeau Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10Pomperaug Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Pomperaug
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Connecticut
- New Haven County
- Southbury
- 06488
- 32 East Flat Hill Road