289 Chestnut Tree Hill Road

Closed 3/13/19
Closed 3/13/19
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Last Sold Price
$305,000
5 beds2,815 sqft$108/sqft
289 Chestnut Tree Hill Rd, Oxford, CT 06478

Description

This is truly a unique two-plus acre parcel of level open property that bears its lineage to one of the six original "Freemen" of Oxford in 1799, Chester Smith. There are portions of this home that was the original homestead established circa 1795 prior to the towns incorporation and since that time it has had additions and renovations to facilitate the needs of subsequent generations of ownership. The property has been recently surveyed and clearly staked with corner to corner open grassy fields...This is truly a unique two-plus acre parcel of level open property that bears its lineage to one of the six original "Freemen" of Oxford in 1799, Chester Smith. There are portions of this home that was the original homestead established circa 1795 prior to the towns incorporation and since that time it has had additions and renovations to facilitate the needs of subsequent generations of ownership. The property has been recently surveyed and clearly staked with corner to corner open grassy fields complete with barn/garage for storage. There is over 2800 square feet of living space in this home with five bedrooms and 2.5 baths. The home features an expansive country kitchen, formal dining room and a four season solarium off the dining room that can be utilized as an office or just a place to relax and enjoy a cup of tea or a fine book. There are two fireplaces one in the living room and the other in the family room/den off of the the Kitchen. There is a main floor full bathroom and bedroom with the the second full bath and half bath on the 2nd floor with the remaining bedrooms. All mechanicals are fully operational. The boiler was replaced in 2004, and the roof was replaced in 2012. There are endless possibilities with this home and property with some areas requiring a little TLC and/or decorating to make it your own. Come out and explore the potential of this unique historical homestead in Oxford. This estate home is being sold "as-is". Inspections are solely for evaluation.
LISTING CLOSED: 03/13/2019 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Nicolette O'toole • Nickie Otoole Realty LLC
    P: (203) 710-6185 C: (203) 710-6185 realestate@nickieotoole.com

Property Details for 289 Chestnut Tree Hill Road

Status
Closed
MLS #
170156270
Days on Market
32
Taxes
$5,202 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1795
Lot Size
2.00 AC / 87,120 SF
County
New Haven County
Basement Description
Full, Full With Hatchway, Unfinished, Storage
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
3
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Cape Cod, Antique
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage, Barn, Paved
Swimming Pool
No

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$530,000

Avg days on market

28

Sale-to-list ratio

98.5%

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Building Information for 289 Chestnut Tree Hill Road

Stories-Year Built1795Building Size-Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF

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Property Information for 289 Chestnut Tree Hill Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Directions: RT67 to CHESTNUT TREE HILL ROAD
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Oxford
  • Latitude: 41.443207
  • Longitude: -73.095505
  • Middle Jr High School: Great Oak
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2018-June 2019
  • Property Tax: $5,202
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Barn, Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Attic Description: Storage Space
  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiator, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: main
  • Room Count: 0
  • Rooms Total: 10
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Brown
  • Construction Description: Frame, Brick, Stone
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Exterior Siding: Shake, Cedar
  • Foundation Type: Brick, Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 6318
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1795
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: First Floor
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 0
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2815
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Farm Land, Cleared, Level Lot, Fence - Partial
  • Parcel Number: 1307198
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2815.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2815.0
  • Zoning: RESA
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Storm Doors, Storm Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, Tankless Hotwater
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Unknown
  • Radon Mitigation Water: Unknown
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant

Property History for 289 Chestnut Tree Hill Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 13, 2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #641486177

$305,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/13/2019

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #641486177

$305,000

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

Public Records for 289 Chestnut Tree Hill Road

Taxable ValueLand$72,870Additions$271,530Total$344,400
Tax Record2025$6,891 ($574 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,634 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,634 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,901 SqFtStories1Lot Size101,059 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1795Year Renovated1795ZoningRESACountyNAUGATUCK VALLEYAPNOXFD M:33 B:10 L:20

Schools near 289 Chestnut Tree Hill Road

This home is within Oxford School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Quaker Farms School
Public - PK to 2
Great Oak Elementary School
Public - 3 to 5
Oxford Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Oxford High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Quaker Farms School
PublicPK to 2

Great Oak Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Oxford Middle School
Public6 to 8

Oxford 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: 289 Chestnut Tree Hill Road, Oxford, CT 06478
$305,000
5
2,815
87,120
286 Chestnut Tree Hill Road, Oxford, CT 06478
$225,000
4
2,200
87,120
288 Chestnut Tree Hill Road, Oxford, CT 06478
$275,000
3
2,624
70,567
285 Chestnut Tree Hill Road, Oxford, CT 06478
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3
2
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1.5
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