131 Hartford Road

Closed 10/2/25
Closed 10/2/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$990,000
8 beds5,948 sqft$166/sqft
131 Hartford Rd, Manchester, CT 06040
Single FamilyProperty Type
5.38 acresLot Size
1864Year Built
$166/sq ftPrice per sq ft
6 carsParking Spaces

Description

Own your slice of History, in the Charles Cheney Mansion. Built by Charles Cheney but meticulously finished by his son, Frank, and designed by renowned architect Hammatt Billings, this home was often visited by Mark Twain and other prominent persons in the early 1900's. Quite literally a competition between Frank Cheney and Mark Twain to have the most grandiose house, you can now form your own opinion! This home is the most true to its time Cheney Mansion, as it has been lovingly cared for by its...Own your slice of History, in the Charles Cheney Mansion. Built by Charles Cheney but meticulously finished by his son, Frank, and designed by renowned architect Hammatt Billings, this home was often visited by Mark Twain and other prominent persons in the early 1900's. Quite literally a competition between Frank Cheney and Mark Twain to have the most grandiose house, you can now form your own opinion! This home is the most true to its time Cheney Mansion, as it has been lovingly cared for by its current owners and decorated to match the mid 1800's. While you will fall in love with the unmatched character of the home, the 5+ acres, the "great lawn", the nine garage bays, and koi pond, all add to the allure. Modern convenience is not barren here either, with natural gas furnaces + boiler, all maintained + working fireplaces, a large kitchen with modern appliances, and another suite on the third floor featuring an updated kitchen and apartment. The estate itself boasts 8 bedrooms spread over three sprawling floors with 5.5 lovely baths. The hardwood has been waxed, not sanded, to shine but still preserve the original flooring wherever possible. The endless built-ins, bookcases, trim work and wainscot tie this house together as it truly deserves. City utilities provide the house with additional convenience, meanwhile the house is located at near the Center point of Boston & New York, all while sitting in walking distance to the vibrant Manchester Street Center.
  • Listed by: Jeffrey R Anderson 860.604.6226 janderson@wpsir.com • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
  • Listed by: Wendy J Anderson 860.777.1800 wanderson@wpsir.com • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Listing closed: 10/02/2025 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24112474

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$724,900

Avg days on market

15

Sale-to-list ratio

103.5%

Manchester, CT

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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Jeffrey R Anderson; William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Wendy J Anderson

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Property Information for 131 Hartford Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $20,029 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Hartford County
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Storage, Interior Access, Walk-out, Concrete Floor, Full With Walk-Out
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 9
  • Neighborhood: Manchester Green
  • Style: Colonial
  • Subdivision: Cheney Brothers
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage, Off Street Parking, Driveway
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1864
  • Lot Size: 5.38 AC / 234,352 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Manchester rd to Hartford rd, look for 131 Sign
  • Elementary School: Washington
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Manchester
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.765758
  • Longitude: -72.52632
  • Middle Jr High School: Illing
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Commuter Bus, Golf Course, Library, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
  • Subd Complex: Cheney Brothers
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 6
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $20,029
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Gutters, Lighting, French Doors, Patio, Underground Utilities, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Stone Wall
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Heated, Finished, Floored, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Steam
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Home Automation: Lighting, Security System
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Main level in rear of home.
  • Rooms Total: 15
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 3A21FE846AE3AB17E0631A01100A3BB7
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 3A21FE846AE3AB17E0631A01100A3BB7
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Yellow
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Circular, Crushed Stone
  • Exterior Siding: Stucco
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Slate
  • Year Built: 1864
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 5948
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Secluded, Dry, Level Lot, Cleared, Professionally Landscaped, Historic District
  • Parcel Number: 629812
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5948.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 5948.0
  • Zoning: H
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Storm Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Domestic
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 131 Hartford Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 2, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1915819268

$990,000

+6.4% / yr

Mar 24, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1068062459

$550,000—
Mar 15, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #568062459

$550,000

+3965.1% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/02/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1915819268

$990,000

+6.4% / yr

03/24/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1068062459

$550,000
03/15/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #568062459

$550,000

+3965.1% / yr

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

Public Records for 131 Hartford Road

Taxable ValueLand$82,200Additions$420,800Total$503,000
Tax Record2025$20,029 ($1,669 / month)
Home Facts
Beds8Baths5.5Total Finished SqFt5,948 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,948 SqFtStories3Lot Size234,353 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1857Year Renovated1857ZoningHCountyCAPITOLAPNMCHS M:80 B:2710 L:131

Schools near 131 Hartford Road

This home is within Manchester School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Keeney School
Public - PK to 4
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy
Public - 5 to 8
Illing Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Manchester High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Keeney School
PublicPK to 4

Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy
Public5 to 8

Illing Middle School
Public7 to 8

Manchester High School
Public9 to 12

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 131 Hartford Road, Manchester, CT 06040
$990,000
8
5,948
234,352
99 Hartford Road, Manchester, CT 06040
$460,000
10
7,887
111,513
151 Hartford Road, Manchester, CT 06040
–
–
4
4,066
98,881
139 Hartford Road, Manchester, CT 06040
$635,000
9
5,904
57,934
110 Forest Street, Manchester, CT 06040
$575,000
7
6,952
98,010
135 Hartford Road, Manchester, CT 06040
$635,000
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–
–
8,712

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