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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,610 sqft$317/sqft
492 Taft Pond Rd, Pomfret, CT 06259
Single FamilyProperty Type
49.3 acresLot Size
1779Year Built
$317/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Do not miss this once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a piece of the past and shape its future. For the first time in over 6 decades, this extraordinary property is being offered for sale - a rare and remarkable piece of history set on almost 50 breathtaking acres. Built in 1779, this antique home is a true New England gem, brimming with character, heritage craftsmanship, and unmatched privacy. Tucked away in a serene countryside setting, the home is rich in original details, from wide-plank floors...Do not miss this once-in-a-generation opportunity to own a piece of the past and shape its future. For the first time in over 6 decades, this extraordinary property is being offered for sale - a rare and remarkable piece of history set on almost 50 breathtaking acres. Built in 1779, this antique home is a true New England gem, brimming with character, heritage craftsmanship, and unmatched privacy. Tucked away in a serene countryside setting, the home is rich in original details, from wide-plank floors and exposed beams t0 hand-hewn woodwork that whispers stories of centuries past. The residence exudes warmth and authenticity, providing a canvas for restoration, preservation, or intentional updates. The sprawling acreage features open pasture, outbuildings and a laneway ideal for farming, equestrian pursuits, or simply enjoying your own private retreat. A large, detached 3-story barn with overhead garage door access on 2 levels offers incredible versatility - perfect for equipment storage, workshops, or converting into a studio space. Whether you are seeking a working farm, a historic homestead, or a secluded sanctuary for a new custom build home, this estate offers endless possibilities. Please do not enter property without an agent.
  • Listed by: Heidi B Weed 203.671.0438 hweed@lamacchiarealty.com • Lamacchia Realty
Listing closed: 06/07/2025 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24086016

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$420,000

Avg days on market

43

Sale-to-list ratio

92.3%

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Lamacchia Realty, Heidi B Weed

Sold By Lamacchia Realty, Genevieve Botelho

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Property Information for 492 Taft Pond Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,921 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Interior Access, Dirt Floor, Full With Hatchway
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Expected Active Date: 04-12-2025
  • Style: Antique
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Expected On Market Date: 04-12-2025
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1779
  • Lot Size: 49.30 AC / 2,147,508 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: GPS Friendly
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.889322
  • Longitude: -72.031946
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Private School(s)
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $4,921
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Shed, Barn, Gutters, Garden Area
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: None
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Storage Space, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 3
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Beams,Fireplace,Wood Stove,Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Beams,Fireplace,Wood Stove,Vinyl Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Wide Board Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 31FBB5E802A08C1FE0631401100A9B0A
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Property Info: Horse Property
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1779
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1610
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Secluded, Farm Land, Level Lot
  • Parcel Number: 1707616
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1610.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1610.0
  • Zoning: R-01
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Propane, Wood
  • Hot Water Description: Other, Propane, Domestic
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Tenant

Property History for 492 Taft Pond Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 6, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1882928246

$510,000

+5.6% / yr

May 3, 2010

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #289347165

$225,000

+7.7% / yr

Jun 11, 1992

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92848989

$60,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/06/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1882928246

$510,000

+5.6% / yr

05/03/2010

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #289347165

$225,000

+7.7% / yr

06/11/1992

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92848989

$60,000

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

Public Records for 492 Taft Pond Road

Taxable ValueLand$87,440Additions$162,700Total$250,140
Tax Record2025$5,185 ($432 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,610 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,610 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,064 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,147,508 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1779Year Renovated1779ZoningRRCountyNORTHEASTERN CONNECTICUTAPNPOMF M:11 B:A L:007.00

Schools near 492 Taft Pond Road

This home is within Pomfret School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Pomfret Community School
PublicPK to 8

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: 492 Taft Pond Road, Pomfret, CT 06259
$510,000
3
1,610
2,147,508
$118,000
2
2
1,152
165,528
$329,000
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