242 River Rd

Cornwall, CT 06796

$460,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
1,038 Sq. Ft.
$443 / Sq. Ft.
1,038
Sq. Ft.
$443
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 5/29/26
Closed 5/29/26

Description

Meet Estella. A riverside retreat spanning 29 acres on rural, scenic River Road. Arrive at this historic cottage and you are immediately greeted by the rushing sounds of the Housatonic River just across the way. The landscape, which possibly offers the potential for subdivision, provides endless opportunities to imagine building a new dream home tucked into the quiet countryside. Because the property borders the Housatonic River, you have the rare, coveted ability to pop out your front door and spend...Meet Estella. A riverside retreat spanning 29 acres on rural, scenic River Road. Arrive at this historic cottage and you are immediately greeted by the rushing sounds of the Housatonic River just across the way. The landscape, which possibly offers the potential for subdivision, provides endless opportunities to imagine building a new dream home tucked into the quiet countryside. Because the property borders the Housatonic River, you have the rare, coveted ability to pop out your front door and spend the afternoon fly fishing. The cottage itself, originally built in 1940 as a local schoolhouse, is brimming with quintessential New England charm. Upon entering, the dining room pulls you in; framed by large windows, natural light floods into every corner, highlighting the classic wood floors that stretch across the space. The kitchen, rustic and simple in its own right, provides a modest space for meal preparation alongside a convenient pantry. Step down into the inviting living room, anchored by a large wood-burning fireplace and windows on two sides that invite the outdoors in. The first bedroom is located just off the living area. A full bathroom connects the space to the second bedroom, which features a large, three-pane window overlooking the natural terrain.
  1. Listed by Lenore Mallett • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-209-1777 C: (203)-209-1777 lmallett@wpsir.com
  2. Listed by Elvia Gignoux • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (860)-435-2400 C: (860)-435-0345 egignoux@williampitt.com

Property Details for 242 River Road

Basement Description
Crawl Space
Direct Waterfront
Yes
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Cottage
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 05/29/2026 06:50 PM

Property Details for 242 River Road

StatusClosed
MLS #24167948
Days on Market7
Taxes$5,302 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1940
Lot Size29.88 AC / 1,301,572 SF
CountyLitchfield County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Lenore Mallett; William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Elvia Gignoux

Sold By William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Laurie Dunham

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Building Information for 242 River Road

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size29.88 AC / 1,301,572 SF

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 242 River Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: River Road (dirt road) to #242
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.895086
  • Longitude: -73.357702
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $5,302
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Waterfront Description: River, Walk to Water, Access
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Refrigerator
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Block
  • Exterior Siding: Aluminum
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1038
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Rolling, Water View
  • Parcel Number: 805161
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1038.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1038.0
  • Zoning: R-5
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant

Property History for 242 River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 17, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1522523315

$498,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/17/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1522523315

$498,000

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

Public Records for 242 River Road

Taxable ValueLand$263,900Additions$68,300Total$332,200
Tax Record2024$5,302 ($442 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,038 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,038 SqFtStories1Lot Size1,167,844 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940ZoningR-5CountyNORTHWEST HILLSAPNCORN M:C11 B:01 L:04

Schools near 242 River Road

This home is within Regional School District 01.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Cornwall Consolidated School
Public - PK to 8
Housatonic Valley Regional High School
Public - 9 to 12
Leapss
Public - 2 to 5
Total
Public - 2 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Cornwall Consolidated School
PublicPK to 8

Housatonic Valley Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Leapss
Public2 to 5

Total
Public2 to 5

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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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Lenore Mallett; William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Elvia Gignoux

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