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Last Sold Price
4 beds1,924 sqft
170 James Rd, Ashford, CT 06278
Single FamilyProperty Type
11.69 acresLot Size
1988Year Built
$304/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Privacy and tranquility will be found on this adorable 11+ acre horse property. This is the ultimate opportunity for the equestrian. You are welcomed by stonewalls leading up the driveway to the cape home set on top of a hill overlooking a paddock fronting the road. This property features TWO barns, both with electricity and water. A smaller barn with 3-stalls total, 2- 10x12 stalls and 1-12x20 stall. This barn is set up perfectly for smaller livestock and even has room for tractor storage! The larger,...Privacy and tranquility will be found on this adorable 11+ acre horse property. This is the ultimate opportunity for the equestrian. You are welcomed by stonewalls leading up the driveway to the cape home set on top of a hill overlooking a paddock fronting the road. This property features TWO barns, both with electricity and water. A smaller barn with 3-stalls total, 2- 10x12 stalls and 1-12x20 stall. This barn is set up perfectly for smaller livestock and even has room for tractor storage! The larger, center aisle barn has 8-12x12 stalls, six of the stalls include automatic waterers, tack room, feed room, walk-up hay loft that can hold around 800 bales and a Pyranha fly spray system. Enjoy your small sand outdoor riding arena conveniently located directly adjacent to the main barn. There are five fenced paddocks, including two with a 2-stall run in shed, one with a 1-stall run in shed and two with automatic waterers. The 4-bedroom 2-bathroom cape boasts wide plank flooring throughout with tons of charm. The main level features your kitchen with granite counter tops, pantry, bar seating and dining room. Cozy up by the pellet stove in the living room overlooking your front paddock. There are two additional bedrooms and a full bathroom upstairs. Enjoy the finished room in the basement as a home theatre, playroom or office!
Listing closed: 07/12/2023 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170570572

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Median sold price

$456,000

Avg days on market

48

Sale-to-list ratio

100.0%

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Location

Sold By KW Legacy Partners, Marta Lisowska

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Property Information for 170 James Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $8,172 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Basement Description: Full, Full With Hatchway, Partially Finished, Heated, Concrete Floor
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Warrenville
  • Style: Cape Cod
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Lot Size: 11.69 AC / 509,216 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Use GPS.
  • Elementary School: Ashford
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.887638
  • Longitude: -72.154002
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: $8,172
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Barn, Covered Deck, Gutters, Paddock, Porch, Stable
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch, Crawl Space
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Cable - Pre-wired, Central Vacuum
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement
  • Rooms Additional: Breezeway
  • Room Count: 7
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: FBDB7DFEF5051965E0531401100A5719
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Dining Area,Granite Counters,Hardwood Floor,Pantry
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Pellet Stove,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Green
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Crushed Stone
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 5090
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Property Info: Horse Property
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle, Fiberglass Shingle
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1924
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Farm Land, Sloping Lot, Fence - Full, Fence - Wood
  • Parcel Number: 1669368
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1924.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1924.0
  • Zoning: RA
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Thermopane Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 170 James Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 7, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1514264075

$585,000

+5.1% / yr

Mar 20, 2000

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92813325

$182,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/07/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1514264075

$585,000

+5.1% / yr

03/20/2000

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92813325

$182,500

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

Public Records for 170 James Road

Taxable ValueLand$47,110Additions$213,220Total$260,330
Tax Record2025$9,471 ($789 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,924 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,924 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt650 SqFtStories2Lot Size509,216 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1988Year Renovated2000ZoningRACountyNORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUTAPNAFRD M:25 B:B L:4

Schools near 170 James Road

This home is within Regional School District 19.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Ashford School
PublicPK to 8

E. O. Smith High School
Public9 to 12

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 170 James Road, Ashford, CT 06278
$585,000
4
1,924
509,216
$275,000
5
2,878
102,366
$30,000
2
1.5
1,638
94,090
–
3
2
1,420
122,839
–
3
2.5
1,547
148,104
$86,000
–
–
–
1,572,516

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