261 High Street

Closed 9/30/20
Closed 9/30/20
261 High St. Located in the Historic District of Mystic, CT
Last Sold Price
$585,000
3 beds2,142 sqft$273/sqft
261 High St, Groton, CT 06355

Description

Located in the Historic District of Mystic, this quintessential New England Colonial has been beautifully updated while maintaining its original charm and elegance. The main level of the residence has a formal living room with a gas burning fireplace, a den and half bath. Also on the main level is the kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters and a breakfast bar. The large dining area has a built in hutch with a wine chiller. Complimenting the room is a custom window seat that is...Located in the Historic District of Mystic, this quintessential New England Colonial has been beautifully updated while maintaining its original charm and elegance. The main level of the residence has a formal living room with a gas burning fireplace, a den and half bath. Also on the main level is the kitchen with stainless steel appliances, granite counters and a breakfast bar. The large dining area has a built in hutch with a wine chiller. Complimenting the room is a custom window seat that is the perfect spot for viewing the beautiful perennial garden. Walk up the original staircase to the second level of the home that has a Master Bedroom with a fireplace and two additional bedrooms along with an office and full bath. The professionally designed outdoor space features a granite tiered patio perfect for dining al fresco and spending evenings sitting around the gas burning fire pit. An outdoor sauna and shower makes this impeccable home your own private retreat. All of this is a short walk to Historic Downtown Mystic and all of it's fine amenities.
LISTING CLOSED: 09/30/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Sheryl Santoro • Switz Real Estate Associates
    P: (860) 460-4667 C: (860) 460-4667 sheryl@switzre.com

Property Details for 261 High Street

Status
Closed
MLS #
170289807
Days on Market
23
Taxes
$7,414 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1835
Lot Size
0.28 AC / 12,196 SF
County
New London County
Basement Description
Partial, Concrete Floor, Storage
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
Mystic
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Under House Garage, Paved, Off Street Parking
Swimming Pool
No

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$580,000

Avg days on market

12

Sale-to-list ratio

102.8%

Groton, CT

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Listing Courtesy of Switz Real Estate Associates, Sheryl Santoro

Sold By Arruda Real Estate Associates, Jon Arruda

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Building Information for 261 High Street

Stories-Year Built1835Building Size-Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,196 SF

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Property Information for 261 High Street

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Route 1 Mystic to High St. House on left. See sign.
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Fitch Senior
  • Latitude: 41.358315
  • Longitude: -71.973465
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Playground/Tot Lot, Private School(s), Public Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $7,414
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Shed, Stone Wall, Terrace
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Floored
  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Water, Radiator
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Sauna
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Sauna
  • Room Count: 8
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Gas Log Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Built-In Hutch,Dry Bar,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Granite Counters,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Ceiling Fan,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 8.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Exterior Siding: Aluminum
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Garage
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 2142
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1835
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2142
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Historic District, Corner Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 1959866
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2142.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2142.0
  • Zoning: RS-12
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Programmable Thermostat
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected

Property History for 261 High Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 29, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #626512833

$544,000

+5.7% / yr

Jun 3, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #855381412

$410,000—
May 31, 2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #355381412

$410,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/29/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #626512833

$544,000

+5.7% / yr

06/03/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #855381412

$410,000
05/31/2013

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #355381412

$410,000

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

Public Records for 261 High Street

Taxable ValueLand$235,319Additions$198,891Total$434,210
Tax Record2025$11,819 ($985 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,142 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,142 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,197 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1835Year Renovated2015ZoningRS-12CountySOUTHEASTERN CONNECTICUTAPNGROT M:261918321274

Schools near 261 High Street

This home is within Groton School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Northeast Academy Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Groton Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Fitch Senior High School
Public - 9 to 12
West Side Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Northeast Academy Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Groton Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fitch Senior High School
Public9 to 12

West Side Middle School
Public6 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: 261 High Street, Groton, CT 06355
$585,000
3
2,142
12,196
273 High Street, Groton, CT 06355
$995,000
3
1,992
22,215
258 High Street, Mystic, CT 06355
–
–
–
761
20,909
2 Godfrey Street, Mystic, CT 06355
$410,000
4
2.5
1,971
12,632
245 High Street, Groton, CT 06355
$940,000
3
1,330
9,147
239 High Street, Groton, CT 06355
$835,000
3
1,591
9,583

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