274 Poverty Hollow Rd

2,779 Sq. Ft.
$341 / Sq. Ft.
2,779
Sq. Ft.
$341
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Enchanting ca 1720 farmhouse on scenic Poverty Hollow Road, set back privately through gated entry on 2 bucolic acres adjoining 4 acres of Redding Land Trust meadows. Expansive detached carriage barn incl. 352 sf post & beam studio w/loft; 34' x13' tractor barn w/loft; plus 2 car garage. This historic home was rebuilt in the 1960s & then expanded significantly by the current owners who have lived there for more than 50 years. In 1975, Thomas King Builder, enlarged the house w/2 additional BRs & full...Enchanting ca 1720 farmhouse on scenic Poverty Hollow Road, set back privately through gated entry on 2 bucolic acres adjoining 4 acres of Redding Land Trust meadows. Expansive detached carriage barn incl. 352 sf post & beam studio w/loft; 34' x13' tractor barn w/loft; plus 2 car garage. This historic home was rebuilt in the 1960s & then expanded significantly by the current owners who have lived there for more than 50 years. In 1975, Thomas King Builder, enlarged the house w/2 additional BRs & full bath upstairs; 6' kitchen extension & breakfast nook addition; plus mud-room/laundry addition w/2 doors to the outside. The resulting country compound includes a total of 4-5 BRs, 3 full baths, & 2 fireplaces. Most inviting great room featuring the LR w/exposed beams, wide board floors, fireplace w/custom wood surround, & adj. library w/built-in book shelves. The first floor also offers the formal DR w/wide board floors; cozy den or guest BR w/exposed beams, wide board floors & adj. full bath; plus the spacious inviting kitchen w/island, sunny breakfast nook, peninsula w/bar overhang, pot rack & two sinks! The gracious foyer w/turned staircase leads to the 2nd floor featuring 4 additional BRs, all with hardwood floors, including the beautiful primary suite w/fireplace, plus 2 more full baths. Spectacular property w/mature flowering trees & gardens, stone walls, screened porch, covered side porch, plus lovely stone terrace. Redding-the "Vermont of CT," yet just 62 miles to Midtown.
  1. Listed by Laura Ancona • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-733-7053 C: (203)-733-7053 lancona@wpsir.com

Property Details for 274 Poverty Hollow Road

Basement Description
Full, Unfinished, Storage
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
Redding Ridge
Style
Colonial, Antique
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage, Barn
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 04/30/2024 12:00 AM

Property Details for 274 Poverty Hollow Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170623605
Days on Market5
Taxes$14,343 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1720
Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF
CountyFairfield County

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Laura Ancona

Sold By Compass Connecticut, LLC, Bob Zampa

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Building Information for 274 Poverty Hollow Road

Stories-Year Built1720Building Size-Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF

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$6,019 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,824

Property Taxes

$1,195

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 274 Poverty Hollow Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Church Hill to left on Poverty Hollow to #274
  • Elementary School: Redding
  • High School: Joel Barlow
  • Latitude: 41.323913
  • Longitude: -73.341382
  • Middle Jr High School: John Read
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: $14,343
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Barn, Gutters, Lighting, Patio, Porch, Porch-Screened, Stone Wall
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Room Count: 9
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Beams,Book Shelves,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Beams,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 14.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Dining Area,Island,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 28.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 21.5
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 11365799CC176500E063D501100AFD76
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Walk-In Closet,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 23.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 12.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.5
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.5
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 11365799CC176500E063D501100AFD76
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Vaulted Ceiling,Beams,Built-Ins,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 15.5
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Butter
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Circular
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle, Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1720
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Borders Open Space, Level Lot, Fence - Stone
  • Parcel Number: 270460
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2779.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2779.0
  • Zoning: R-2
Utilities
  • 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 274 Poverty Hollow Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 30, 2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1532080335

$919,200
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/30/2024

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1532080335

$919,200

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Public Records for 274 Poverty Hollow Road

Taxable ValueLand$154,000Additions$364,000Total$518,000
Tax Record2024$15,302 ($1,275 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size87,120 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)ZoningR-2CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUTAPNREDD M:16 L:89Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 274 Poverty Hollow Road

This home is within Redding School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Redding Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

John Read Middle School
Public5 to 8

Joel Barlow High School
Public9 to 12

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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Laura Ancona

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