256 Main St

Durham, CT 06422

$515,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
4,141 Sq. Ft.
$124 / Sq. Ft.
4,141
Sq. Ft.
$124
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 10/31/19Virtual Tour
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Description

Historic architecture meets modern luxury! In the heart of Durham, the Elias Austin homestead graces 1.52 breathtaking acres. While the National Register of Historic Places says 1743; the effective age is 1998 when a significant restoration returned the original home to precise time-honored detail and expanded to blend contemporary comforts for a 21st-century family. This priceless renovation created 4141 sq ft of warmth, charm, and grace including seven fireplaces, beehive oven, and beautiful wide...Historic architecture meets modern luxury! In the heart of Durham, the Elias Austin homestead graces 1.52 breathtaking acres. While the National Register of Historic Places says 1743; the effective age is 1998 when a significant restoration returned the original home to precise time-honored detail and expanded to blend contemporary comforts for a 21st-century family. This priceless renovation created 4141 sq ft of warmth, charm, and grace including seven fireplaces, beehive oven, and beautiful wide plank floors. The sun-drenched gourmet kitchen is vast and features a windowed bump-out for the dining table, making you feel like you are dining outdoors. The first-floor master is the ultimate private getaway taking its cues from the 1741 barn that was converted to house it. The barn’s original chestnut beams punctuate the soaring ceiling. The suite includes a large walk-in closet, a master bath with Jacuzzi tub, efficiency kitchen and upstairs loft. Take your coffee on the patio, just out your door, offering year-round views of Powder Ridge that will mark a perpetual vacation feel. The grounds quite literally steal the show exuding a resort vibe with every step. Enjoy your professional landscaped and natural stone patios featuring a stunning gunite pool, 2-sided outdoor fireplace. Additionally a new roof is being installed in May. Everything far exceeds the ordinary, except the price.
  1. Listed by Debbie Huscher • William Raveis Real Estate
    P: (860)-918-4580 C: (860)-918-4580 dhuscher@comcast.net

Property Details for 256 Main Street

Basement Description
Full
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage, Barn
Swimming Pool
Yes
LISTING CLOSED: 10/31/2019 12:00 AM

Property Details for 256 Main Street

StatusClosed
MLS #170150733
Days on Market237
Taxes$14,730 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1743
Lot Size1.52 AC / 66,211 SF
CountyMiddlesex County
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Listing Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate, Debbie Huscher

Sold By William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Paul Smyth

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Building Information for 256 Main Street

Stories-Year Built1743Building Size-Lot Size1.52 AC / 66,211 SF

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$3,794 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

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$2,566

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Property Information for 256 Main Street

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Historic district of Main St.
  • Elementary School: Brewster
  • High School: Regional District 13
  • Latitude: 41.479706
  • Longitude: -72.68263
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private School(s), Stables/Riding
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: $14,730
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: French Doors, Hot Tub, Lighting, Patio, Sidewalk, Underground Utilities
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Heated
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Wall Oven, Microwave, Subzero, Icemaker, Dishwasher
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 7
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Rooms Additional: Breezeway, Exercise Room, Mud Room
  • Room Count: 10
  • Rooms Total: 12
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Beams,Full Bath,Gas Log Fireplace,Vaulted Ceiling,Walk-In Closet,Wet Bar
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Gas Log Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Built-In Hutch,Dry Bar,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Gas Log Fireplace,Wet Bar,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Beams,Granite Counters,Island,Pantry,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Beams,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Beams,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Jack & Jill Bath,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Jack & Jill Bath,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Paved, Crushed Stone
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Property Info: Horse Property
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1743
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: First Floor
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 4141
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Historic District, Level Lot, Fence - Rail, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 965748
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4141.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 4141.0
  • Zoning: MR/FR
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane
  • Hot Water Description: Propane
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 256 Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 30, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #656497283

$515,000

+6.2% / yr

Mar 13, 1998

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92020925

$140,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/30/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #656497283

$515,000

+6.2% / yr

03/13/1998

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92020925

$140,000

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

Public Records for 256 Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$91,670Additions$260,500Total$352,170
Tax Record2024$13,168 ($1,097 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths4Total Finished SqFt4,141 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,141 SqFtStories2Lot Size66,211 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1743ZoningMAIN SCountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVERAPNDURH M0151200Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 256 Main Street

This home is within Regional School District 13.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Frederick Brewster School
Public - PK to 1
Frank Ward Strong School
Public - 6 to 8
Coginchaug Regional High School
Public - 9 to 12
Middlefield Memorial School
Public - 4 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Frederick Brewster School
PublicPK to 1

Frank Ward Strong School
Public6 to 8

Coginchaug Regional High School
Public9 to 12

Middlefield Memorial School
Public4 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 Raveis Real Estate, Debbie Huscher

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