285 South Main Street

Closed 10/15/21
Closed 10/15/21
Welcome to the David Tod House built in 1795
Sold
Last Sold Price
$1,599,000
6 beds9,092 sqft
285 S Main St, Suffield, CT 06078
Single FamilyProperty Type
8.25 acresLot Size
1795Year Built
$176/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

The Best of both worlds awaits you at this one of a kind estate located on Suffield’s historic Main Street. Completely updated to today's standards while maintaining all of the fine craftsmanship of a by gone era. Large rooms with attention to detail and great space to enjoy and entertain. The kitchen is the heart of the home and offers marble counters, wide pumpkin pine floors and a built-in wall refrigerator system that is most unique. The kitchen leads to the multi-level gazebo overlooking a bluestone...The Best of both worlds awaits you at this one of a kind estate located on Suffield’s historic Main Street. Completely updated to today's standards while maintaining all of the fine craftsmanship of a by gone era. Large rooms with attention to detail and great space to enjoy and entertain. The kitchen is the heart of the home and offers marble counters, wide pumpkin pine floors and a built-in wall refrigerator system that is most unique. The kitchen leads to the multi-level gazebo overlooking a bluestone patio and expansive lawn. So many features, you must see for yourself the sun room, breakfast room, formal dining room and formal living room. Family room with a wall of built-ins and a beautiful fireplace for those cozy winter nights. Three staircases to the second level, boasting multiple bedrooms, most of which w/en-suite. The master bedroom has a heated floor, huge walk-in closet, balcony off bedroom and a master bath with two marble sinks, large shower, and great soaking tub all under a stunning crystal chandelier. The basement level has a media room along with a fireplace. The lower level also has a sauna, wine cellar, and room for your exercise equipment. The outside has a carriage house serving as a 3-car garage w/a large and accessible upper space. Another outbuilding for workshop, hobbies, and storage and the very lower level was once for small animals. Come make this a home for all seasons and all passions! Lends to potential for a great horse property.
  • Listed by: Ann M Monighetti 860.916.4295 annmonighetti@hotmail.com • Chestnut Oak Associates
  • Listed by: Kellie Molander 860.256.5420 kelliemolander@gmail.com • Chestnut Oak Associates
Listing closed: 10/15/2021 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170412242

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Property Information for 285 South Main Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $27,406 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Hartford County
  • Basement Description: Full With Walk-Out, Partially Finished, Heated, Cooled, Concrete Floor, Liveable Space
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 3
  • Style: Colonial, Antique
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1795
  • Lot Size: 8.25 AC / 359,370 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: South Main St., less than 1/2 mile south of the town center.
  • Elementary School: A. Ward Spaulding
  • High School: Suffield
  • Intermediate School: McAlister
  • Latitude: 41.97385
  • Longitude: -72.655494
  • Middle Jr High School: Suffield
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Library, Medical Facilities, Paddle Tennis, Park, Private School(s), Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: $27,406
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Barn, Breezeway, Covered Deck, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Lighting, Stable, Terrace, Underground Utilities
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Counter Grill, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Radiant, Radiator
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Home Automation: Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Large laundryroom with sink and cabinets
  • Rooms Additional: Wine Cellar
  • Room Count: 11
  • Rooms Total: 21
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 42.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Jack & Jill Bath
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Rec/Play Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Built-In Hutch,Built-Ins,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,French Doors,Hardwood Floor,Remodeled
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 22.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Built-Ins,Fireplace,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 35.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Balcony/Deck,Double-Sink,Dressing Room,Full Bath,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 25.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Full Bath,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Full Bath
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Ground
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 14537
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1795
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Second Floor
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 2452
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 6640
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Historic District, Secluded, Treed, Fence - Wood
  • Parcel Number: 735858
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 6640.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 9092.0
  • Zoning: R25
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected

Property History for 285 South Main Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 15, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1475159645

$1,599,000

+3.5% / yr

Jan 5, 1998

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91704971

$710,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/15/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1475159645

$1,599,000

+3.5% / yr

01/05/1998

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91704971

$710,000

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

Public Records for 285 South Main Street

Taxable ValueLand$101,500Additions$872,830Total$974,330
Tax Record2025$22,809 ($1,901 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths6.5Total Finished SqFt6,640 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt6,640 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt806 SqFtStories2Lot Size221,285 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2004Year Renovated2004ZoningR25CountyCAPITOLAPNSUFF M:0035H B:00032 L:00032

Schools near 285 South Main Street

This home is within Suffield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
A. Ward Spaulding School
Public - PK to 2
McAlister Intermediate School
Public - 3 to 5
Suffield Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Suffield High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
A. Ward Spaulding School
PublicPK to 2

McAlister Intermediate School
Public3 to 5

Suffield Middle School
Public6 to 8

Suffield High School
Public9 to 12

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: 285 South Main Street, Suffield, CT 06078
$1,599,000
6
9,092
359,370
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$265,000
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328,878
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$169,900
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37,897
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114,563
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