3 Straits Rd

Chester, CT 06412

$475,000
Last Sold Price
5
Beds
2,686 Sq. Ft.
$177 / Sq. Ft.
2,686
Sq. Ft.
$177
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 5/3/16
Closed 5/3/16
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Description

Located in the lovely Connecticut River town of Chester, known for its fine restaurants, theaters, Art galleries, Artisan shops and the famous Chester/Hadlyme Ferry, this much admired historic center chimney Colonial c1790 sits majestically on 3 acres overlooking Jennings Pond. Large, light-filled rooms feature high ceilings, original wide board chestnut floors, fireplaces and a welcoming country kitchen with walk-in pantry. A South facing glass sun-porch is a three season delight. The red post and...Located in the lovely Connecticut River town of Chester, known for its fine restaurants, theaters, Art galleries, Artisan shops and the famous Chester/Hadlyme Ferry, this much admired historic center chimney Colonial c1790 sits majestically on 3 acres overlooking Jennings Pond. Large, light-filled rooms feature high ceilings, original wide board chestnut floors, fireplaces and a welcoming country kitchen with walk-in pantry. A South facing glass sun-porch is a three season delight. The red post and beam barn was once a stagecoach stop. This is an important historic home lovingly cared for by generations of owners.
  1. Listed by Diane Gregory • Coldwell Banker Realty
    P: (860)-395-8433 C: (860)-395-8433 dianeprattgregory@gmail.com

Property Details for 3 Straits Road

Basement Description
Full With Hatchway, Full, Unfinished
Direct Waterfront
Yes
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Antique
Garage Parking Info
Barn
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 05/03/2016 12:00 AM

Property Details for 3 Straits Road

StatusClosed
MLS #N10107416
Days on Market22
Taxes$10,366 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1790
Lot Size3.17 AC / 138,085 SF
CountyMiddlesex County
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Building Information for 3 Straits Road

Stories-Year Built1790Building Size-Lot Size3.17 AC / 138,085 SF

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Property Information for 3 Straits Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Rte 9 North, exit 6, right onto West Main, 3rd right Straits Rd., first house on left
  • Elementary School: Chester
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Region 4
  • Latitude: 41.400253
  • Longitude: -72.457679
  • Middle Jr High School: Region 4
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2015-June 2016
  • Property Tax: $10,366
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Barn, Porch-Enclosed, Porch, Storage Building
  • Waterfront Description: Access, Frontage, Pond, View, Direct Waterfront
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Cooktop, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Attic Description: Floored, Partially Finished, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Radiator
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available
  • Laundry Room Location: First Floor
  • Rooms Additional: Laundry Room, Workshop
  • Room Count: 7
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Formal,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Formal,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Bay/Bow Window,Country,Eating Space,Pantry
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 19.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: DD5951BC6B8E1CD3E0531401100AF2FC
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 8.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Wood
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • Sq Ft Source: Public Records
  • Year Built: 1790
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Water View
  • Parcel Number: 941468
  • Sq Ft Total: 2686.0
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Property History for 3 Straits Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 5, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #570647438

$475,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/05/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #570647438

$475,000

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

Public Records for 3 Straits Road

Taxable ValueLand$92,610Additions$406,630Total$499,240
Tax Record2025$13,519 ($1,127 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,686 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,686 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,064 SqFtStories2Lot Size138,085 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1985Year Renovated1990ZoningR-1CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVERAPNCSTR M:14 B:315

Schools near 3 Straits Road

This home is within Regional School District 04.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Chester Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
John Winthrop Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Valley Regional High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Chester Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

John Winthrop Middle School
Public7 to 8

Valley Regional 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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