159 Old Tavern Road

Closed 5/28/25
Closed 5/28/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$615,000
3 beds1,814 sqft$339/sqft
159 Old Tavern Rd, Orange, CT 06477
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.57 acresLot Size
1942Year Built
$339/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Nestled on expansive, picturesque grounds spanning 1.57 acres, this classic 1942 New England Cape blends charm, character, and thoughtful updates. Set back from the road, the deep front lawn and tree-lined backyard provide a serene retreat while maintaining easy access to local amenities. Inside, warm parquet hardwood floors, custom built-ins, and elegant millwork highlight the home's timeless appeal. The inviting living room features a fireplace with a distinctive mantel and built-in bookshelves...Nestled on expansive, picturesque grounds spanning 1.57 acres, this classic 1942 New England Cape blends charm, character, and thoughtful updates. Set back from the road, the deep front lawn and tree-lined backyard provide a serene retreat while maintaining easy access to local amenities. Inside, warm parquet hardwood floors, custom built-ins, and elegant millwork highlight the home's timeless appeal. The inviting living room features a fireplace with a distinctive mantel and built-in bookshelves that seamlessly flow into the formal dining room, accented with a built-in corner hutch and chair rail detailing. The updated kitchen boasts soft-close cabinetry, granite countertops, recessed lighting, and a sunlit breakfast nook overlooking the peaceful backyard. A few steps down, the cozy family room with a bay window offers a comfortable gathering space, with a nearby half bath for added convenience. Upstairs, each of the 3 bedrooms showcase the quintessential gable dormer windows of a traditional Cape. The primary bedroom enjoys scenic front and backyard views, while the guest bedroom features its own private full bath. The 3rd bedroom overlooks the expansive front lawn, and a 2nd full bath completes this level. With an attached one-car garage, ample storage, and a sought-after location in Orange, this home is part of the award-winning Amity Regional school system. A wonderful opportunity to own a classic New England home in Orange. Highest & Best Offers are due by 3PM 3/28/2025

Listing Agent

  1. Nick J Mastrangelo

    Nick J Mastrangelo

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    P: (203) 641-2100

    M: (203) 641-2100

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Listing closed: 05/28/2025 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24078508

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Median sold price

$565,000

Avg days on market

20

Sale-to-list ratio

96.9%

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Property Information for 159 Old Tavern Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $8,453 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: New Haven County
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Expected Active Date: 03-24-2025
  • Garages Number: 1
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage, Driveway
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Expected On Market Date: 03-24-2025
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Lot Size: 1.57 AC / 68,389 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Elementary School: Peck Place
  • High School: Amity Regional
  • Latitude: 41.26538
  • Longitude: -73.014295
  • Middle Jr High School: Amity
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Pool, Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 3
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $8,453
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Crawl Space, Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Built-In Hutch,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Skylight,Breakfast Nook,Granite Counters,Vinyl Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 2F9DC4DAB9F441E5E063D501100A5B43
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Half Bath
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Walk-In Closet,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Bedroom Suite,Full Bath,Wall/Wall Carpet,Stall Shower
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 2F9DC4DAB9F441E5E063D501100A5B43
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Remodeled,Stall Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: yellow
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1814
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Parcel Number: 1300663
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1814.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1814.0
  • Zoning: Reside
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, 80 Gallon Tank
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 159 Old Tavern Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 28, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1558948380

$615,000

+1.6% / yr

Jun 3, 2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #161006458

$450,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/28/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1558948380

$615,000

+1.6% / yr

06/03/2005

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #161006458

$450,000

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

Public Records for 159 Old Tavern Road

Taxable ValueLand$194,100Additions$161,000Total$355,100
Tax Record2025$10,333 ($861 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,814 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,814 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt720 SqFtStories2Lot Size68,389 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1942Year Renovated1942ZoningRESCountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUAPNORNG M:21 B:5 L:7

Schools near 159 Old Tavern Road

This home is within Orange School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Peck Place School
Public - 1 to 6
Amity Middle School: Orange
Public - 7 to 8
Amity Regional High School
Public - 9 to 12
Amity Middle School: Bethany
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Peck Place School
Public1 to 6

Amity Middle School: Orange
Public7 to 8

Amity Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Amity Middle School: Bethany
Public7 to 8

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: 159 Old Tavern Road, Orange, CT 06477
$615,000
3
1,814
68,389
167 Old Tavern Road, Orange, CT 06477
$400,000
2
1,798
67,518
151 Old Tavern Road, Orange, CT 06477
$400,000
4
3,556
139,392
403 Orange Center Road, Orange, CT 06477
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3
1.5
1,837
187,308
177 Old Tavern Road, Orange, CT 06477
$1
4
3
2,571
87,120
378 Demarest Drive, Orange, CT 06477
$108,000
3
3
1,919
42,689

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