296 Newton Rd

Litchfield, CT 06778

$520,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
1,751 Sq. Ft.
$297 / Sq. Ft.
1,751
Sq. Ft.
$297
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 9/6/23
Closed 9/6/23

Description

Welcome to the Elijah Marsh House, a charming c.1764 Cape, landscaped with remarkable specimen trees and plants. The property & grounds create a picture book setting. Elijah Marsh was the grandson of John Marsh one of the founders of Litchfield. It was the site of the Campville Diary from 1916-1949. Step inside to an open floor plan, with hardwood floors throughout. The cozy Living Room has built-in cabinetry and beamed ceilings. The open Dining Room/Kitchen provides a comfortable area to cook, entertain...Welcome to the Elijah Marsh House, a charming c.1764 Cape, landscaped with remarkable specimen trees and plants. The property & grounds create a picture book setting. Elijah Marsh was the grandson of John Marsh one of the founders of Litchfield. It was the site of the Campville Diary from 1916-1949. Step inside to an open floor plan, with hardwood floors throughout. The cozy Living Room has built-in cabinetry and beamed ceilings. The open Dining Room/Kitchen provides a comfortable area to cook, entertain and enjoy your company and has a walk-in pantry. The Library/Study can also be used as a main floor Bedroom complete with double closets. Also on this floor is a full bath, laundry room and a large, sunken family room with a gas fireplace and French doors that lead to a wonderful brick terrace. Upstairs includes two bedrooms and a full bath. There are two enclosed cozy porches with divided light windows, perfect for gardening tools or a "snug" to catch up on your reading. The detached barn/garage has wonderful character and includes a side attached shed. Less than 10 minutes to the village of Litchfield, close to Rt. 8 and 2hrs. to NYC. This is country living at its best. Don't miss this opportunity and all that the northwest hills has to offer, hiking, shopping, vineyards, horseback riding, skiing and so much more! SELLER to find house of choosing.
  1. Listed by Jane Hinkel • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (860)-459-0718 C: (860)-459-0718 jhinkel@wpsir.com

Property Details for 296 Newton Road

Basement Description
Partial With Walk-Out, Unfinished
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
Northfield
Style
Cape Cod
Garage Parking Info
Barn
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 09/06/2023 12:00 AM

Property Details for 296 Newton Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170555676
Days on Market11
Taxes$5,362 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1764
Lot Size0.93 AC / 40,510 SF
CountyLitchfield County
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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Jane Hinkel

Sold By RE/MAX RISE, Maria Pinheiro

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Building Information for 296 Newton Road

Stories-Year Built1764Building Size-Lot Size0.93 AC / 40,510 SF

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Property Information for 296 Newton Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Elementary School: Center
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.726433
  • Longitude: -73.116503
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 3
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: $5,362
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Barn, Garden Area, Patio, Porch, Porch-Enclosed, Shed
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs, Crawl Space
  • Cooling System: Wall Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Laundry Room
  • Room Count: 7
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Beams,Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 11.6
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Beams,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Beams,Breakfast Bar,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 12.8
Room 5
  • Listing Key: F7F7C53F7C774148E053D501100ACD45
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Beams,French Doors,Gas Log Fireplace,Hardwood Floor,Sunken,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Length: 20.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 13.2
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 4570
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1764
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1751
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Treed, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 819647
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1751.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1751.0
  • Zoning: RR
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Electric
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 296 Newton Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 30, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1518235435

$520,000

+3.4% / yr

Apr 30, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #915432003

$380,000—
Apr 30, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #415432003

$380,000

+2.3% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/30/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1518235435

$520,000

+3.4% / yr

04/30/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #915432003

$380,000
04/30/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #415432003

$380,000

+2.3% / yr

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

Public Records for 296 Newton Road

Taxable ValueLand$53,940Additions$251,760Total$305,700
Tax Record2025$6,114 ($510 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,751 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,751 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt962 SqFtStories2Lot Size40,511 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1764Year Renovated1764ZoningRRCountyNORTHWEST HILLSAPNLITC M:53 B:5 L:4A

Schools near 296 Newton Road

This home is within Litchfield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Litchfield Intermediate School
Public - 4 to 6
Litchfield Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Litchfield High School
Public - 9 to 12
Center School
Public - PK to 3
Rating
School
Distance
Litchfield Intermediate School
Public4 to 6

Litchfield Middle School
Public7 to 8

Litchfield High School
Public9 to 12

Center School
PublicPK to 3

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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