Last Sold Price
4 beds2,947 sqft$156/sqft
12 Bulkeley Hill RdColchester, CT06415

Description

There is much interest connected with the Tainter Homestead, situated one mile west of the village of Colchester. This significant example of 18th century colonial architecture, was built by Charles Tainter in 1761 and remained in the family until the early 20th century. This five-bay hand-hewn heavy timber frame dwelling was painstakingly restored to museum quality and is move-in ready. The dining room corner cupboard, mouldings, hinges and original paint have been featured in two books: Architecture...There is much interest connected with the Tainter Homestead, situated one mile west of the village of Colchester. This significant example of 18th century colonial architecture, was built by Charles Tainter in 1761 and remained in the family until the early 20th century. This five-bay hand-hewn heavy timber frame dwelling was painstakingly restored to museum quality and is move-in ready. The dining room corner cupboard, mouldings, hinges and original paint have been featured in two books: Architecture and The Early Domestic Architecture of Connecticut. Original wide plank flooring, hand forged wrought iron hardware, and woodwork throughout. The home sitting on a walk out, full basement, contains two functional cooking hearths along with four additional functional fireplaces in the parlor and bedrooms.- The fertile 6.76 acres sits on a hill about halfway between Hartford and New London. It features a barn (circa 1850) with chicken coop, a timber frame corn crib, and outhouse as well as two ponds and a full time creek. New septic, furnace, electric box, oven, dishwasher, rockwool insulation, french doors, exterior paint. 20k whole house generator! -- Taxes are $9,349-- Currently in multiple offers- Highest and Best offers due by 3/21/2921 at noon.
LISTING CLOSED: 05/28/2021 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Sherry Borgeson • Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
    P: (860)-334-0095 C: (860)-334-0095 sherryborgeson@bhhsne.com

Property Details for 12 Bulkeley Hill Road

Status
MLS #
170376938
Days on Market
4
Taxes
$9,349 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1761
Lot Size
6.76 AC / 294,465 SF
Basement Description
Full With Walk-Out
Direct Waterfront
No
Expected Active Date
03-17-2021
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
Expected On Market Date
03-17-2021

Location

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Building Information for 12 Bulkeley Hill Road

Stories-Year Built1761Building Size-Lot Size6.76 AC / 294,465 SF

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$3,117 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,338

Property Taxes

$779

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 12 Bulkeley Hill Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Corner of Middletown Rd. and Bulkeley Hill Rd.
  • Elementary School: Colchester
  • High School: Bacon Academy
  • Latitude: 41.563892
  • Longitude: -72.352178
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $9,349
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Barn, Breezeway, French Doors, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Kennel, Porch, Shed
  • Waterfront Description: Pond
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 6
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Room Count: 0
  • Rooms Total: 10
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Red
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Shake
  • Year Built: 1761
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot, Lightly Wooded
  • Parcel Number: 2336764
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2947.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2947.0
  • Zoning: Res
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 12 Bulkeley Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 28, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1462855407

$460,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/28/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1462855407

$460,000

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Public Records for 12 Bulkeley Hill Road

Taxable ValueLand$47,200Additions$237,700Total$284,900
Tax Record2025$8,524 ($710 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,967 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,967 SqFtStories2Lot Size294,466 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1761Year Renovated1761ZoningRUCountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUTAPNCOLC M:04W B:005 L:006-000

Schools near 12 Bulkeley Hill Road

This home is within Colchester School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 9
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Colchester Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Jack Jackter Intermediate School
Public3 to 5

William J. Johnston Middle School
Public6 to 9

Bacon Academy
Public9 to 12

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