40 Middlesex Avenue

Closed 2/18/21
Closed 2/18/21
Fabulous farmhouse with great wrap around porch
Sold
Last Sold Price
$342,500
3 beds2,311 sqft$148/sqft
40 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT 06412
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.46 acresLot Size
1910Year Built
$148/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Wonderful opportunity to own a classic Victorian farmhouse just a stones throw from fabulous Chester Village! This home has been maintained and updated throughout the many years the seller has owned it and has some great features including wrap around farmers porch, beautiful restored period trim and moulding, and an updated kitchen by a well known area kitchen designer. The BIG bonus to this property is the one bedroom apartment for income or private guest suite.Wonderful opportunity to own a classic Victorian farmhouse just a stones throw from fabulous Chester Village! This home has been maintained and updated throughout the many years the seller has owned it and has some great features including wrap around farmers porch, beautiful restored period trim and moulding, and an updated kitchen by a well known area kitchen designer. The BIG bonus to this property is the one bedroom apartment for income or private guest suite.
  • Listed by: Susan A Malan 860.767.5011 smalan@wpsir.com • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Listing closed: 02/18/2021 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170365568

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$460,000

Avg days on market

23

Sale-to-list ratio

103.3%

Chester, CT

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Property Information for 40 Middlesex Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,869 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Middlesex County
  • Basement Description: Full, Walk-out
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 0
  • Style: Farm House, Victorian
  • Garage Parking Info: Off Street Parking
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Lot Size: 0.46 AC / 20,037 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Association Amenities: None
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Region 4
  • Latitude: 41.40047
  • Longitude: -72.44127
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Rec Facilities
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $4,869
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Porch, Porch-Wrap Around, Shed
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Range, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Finished
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement
  • Room Count: 10
  • Rooms Total: 10
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Dining Area
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Study
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Yellow
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Crushed Stone
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Fiberglass Shingle
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: Yes
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2311
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Sloping Lot
  • Parcel Number: 941470
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2311.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2311.0
  • Zoning: R-1
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: 40 Gallon Tank, Electric
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 40 Middlesex Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 17, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1555056236

$342,500—
Feb 17, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1451688317

$342,500

+3.1% / yr

Dec 30, 1994

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91991734

$155,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/17/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1555056236

$342,500
02/17/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1451688317

$342,500

+3.1% / yr

12/30/1994

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91991734

$155,000

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

Public Records for 40 Middlesex Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$52,710Additions$169,470Total$222,180
Tax Record2025$6,017 ($501 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,311 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,311 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt795 SqFtStories2Lot Size20,038 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1910Year Renovated1987ZoningR-1CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVERAPNCSTR M:15 B:80

Schools near 40 Middlesex Avenue

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
Mt Saint John
Private - 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

Mt Saint John
Private9 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

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This home: 40 Middlesex Avenue, Chester, CT 06412
$342,500
3
2,311
20,037
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71,874
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2
2,196
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3,432
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