1040 Long Cove Road

Closed 6/3/25
Closed 6/3/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$552,500
4 beds2,600 sqft

1040 Long Cove Rd, Ledyard, CT 06335

Single FamilyProperty Type
2.69 acresLot Size
1781Year Built
$213/sq ftPrice per sq ft
8 carsParking Spaces

Description

This is your opportunity to own a charming meticulously maintained modernized 2600 sq. ft. New England Colonial style home that is historically significant set on 2.69 acre. Known as the Perkins-Bill house, built in 1781 and owned consecutively by two survivors of the battle of Groton Heights in the 1780's. There are 4 BRs, 2.5 BAs, primary bedroom with full bath and walk in closet. The list of improvements include fully remodeled kitchen & baths (2018), a combination of new hardwood flooring, refinished...This is your opportunity to own a charming meticulously maintained modernized 2600 sq. ft. New England Colonial style home that is historically significant set on 2.69 acre. Known as the Perkins-Bill house, built in 1781 and owned consecutively by two survivors of the battle of Groton Heights in the 1780's. There are 4 BRs, 2.5 BAs, primary bedroom with full bath and walk in closet. The list of improvements include fully remodeled kitchen & baths (2018), a combination of new hardwood flooring, refinished original hardwood floors, new wooden staircase & railings (2018), built in bedroom closets (2019), single zone steam boiler (2016), New windows (2017,2018), roof (2019). Added insulation in the walk up attic (2023), walkout Basement has been waterproofed with dehumidifier system (2024), crawl space insulated, 200 amp electrical with automatic whole house generator. There are 2 laundry areas, 1 upstairs (stack unit) & 1 in the basement. Exterior vinyl plank siding (2023). A new patio & walkway leading to the Gunite inground pool (1999), new paver pool patio, park like grounds perfect for entertaining & summer fun! Refinished pool house (2022) with lower yard level storage. There is a 2-car detached garage (paint and roof 2024-2025) with loft storage at yard level. Please note, the google map image on Zillow is very old and an updated map image has been requested.
  • Listed by: Lu-Ann Perkins 860.625.1354 laperk2@aol.com • RE/MAX on the Bay
Listing closed: 06/03/2025 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24088701
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Property Information for 1040 Long Cove Road

Property Details

  • Taxes: $7,641 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: New London County
  • Basement Description: Crawl Space, Full, Unfinished, Sump Pump
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Gales Ferry
  • Style: Colonial, Other
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage, Off Street Parking, Driveway
  • Swimming Pool: Yes

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1781
  • Lot Size: 2.69 AC / 117,176 SF

Summary

Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Rt 12 to Long Cove Rd
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.409338
  • Longitude: -72.076587
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Library, Park, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 8
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $7,641

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Shed, Gutters, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Pool Description: Gunite, In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Storage Space, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Steam
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level, Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: 1 in the basement and 1 on upper level
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Wood Stove,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 27.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Full Bath,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 32E69532B32BF7D6E063D501100A9388
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 14.0

Property

Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Gravel
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Other
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1781
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2600
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Parcel Number: 1514483
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2600.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2600.0
  • Zoning: R40
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator Ready, Storm Doors, Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, Domestic
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected

Multi Family

Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 1040 Long Cove Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 3, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1882928039

$552,500

+8.6% / yr

Jul 22, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1076832467

$265,000—
Jul 20, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #576832467

$265,000

+3.0% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/03/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1882928039

$552,500

+8.6% / yr

07/22/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1076832467

$265,000
07/20/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #576832467

$265,000

+3.0% / yr

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1040 Long Cove Road

Taxable Value

Land

$58,310

Additions

$157,990
Total$216,300

Tax Record

2025

$8,033 ($669 / month)

Home Facts

Beds

4

Baths

3

Total Finished SqFt

2,600 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,600 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

1,300 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

117,176 SqFt

Style

Single Family Residence

Year Built

1781

Year Renovated

1781

Zoning

R40

County

SOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUT

APN

LEDY M:121 B:1340 L:1040

Schools near 1040 Long Cove Road

This home is within Ledyard School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Juliet W. Long School
Public - 3 to 5
Ledyard Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Ledyard High School
Public - 9 to 12
Gales Ferry School
Public - K to 2
Rating
School
Distance
Juliet W. Long School
Public3 to 5

Ledyard Middle School
Public6 to 8

Ledyard High School
Public9 to 12

Gales Ferry School
PublicK to 2

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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