54 Straits Rd

Chester, CT 06412

$389,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,160 Sq. Ft.
$180 / Sq. Ft.
2,160
Sq. Ft.
$180
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 7/28/23
Closed 7/28/23
a front view of house with yard and trees around

Description

Enjoy the best of both worlds from this custom Colonial prominently set on 6+ acres in a private natural setting yet close to the village. Lovingly built by the current owner in 1983, this unique home offers the perfect balance of traditional architecture with modern home design. A warm and welcoming entrance leads to the family room with a fireplace/wood-stove insert and is perfect for everyday gatherings. The well-appointed kitchen features a comfortable breakfast bar perfect for enjoying morning...Enjoy the best of both worlds from this custom Colonial prominently set on 6+ acres in a private natural setting yet close to the village. Lovingly built by the current owner in 1983, this unique home offers the perfect balance of traditional architecture with modern home design. A warm and welcoming entrance leads to the family room with a fireplace/wood-stove insert and is perfect for everyday gatherings. The well-appointed kitchen features a comfortable breakfast bar perfect for enjoying morning coffee, cork floors and sliders to a private deck overlooking a private level yard. The light-filled dining room and living room are ideal for entertaining and a half bath completes the first level. Upstairs you will find a spacious primary suite with its own bath and three additional guest bedrooms with a shared bath. Easy access to the full basement and an attached two car garage is perfect for all of your storage needs. Enjoy abundant wildlife and natural plantings from the privacy of the front deck that offers lovely distant views of Gillette’s Castle and the Connecticut River Valley. Just a short walk to the Village explore all Chester has to offer including a variety of great restaurants, a brew pub, art galleries and one of the best Sunday Farmers Markets on the shoreline. Don’t miss this fabulous opportunity…schedule your private showing today and start living the life you’ve dreamed of in historic Chester.
  1. Listed by Peg Mitchel • Coldwell Banker Realty
    P: (860)-391-1701 C: (860)-391-1701 pegmitchel06426@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Kyle S Hinding • Coldwell Banker Realty
    P: (860)-857-4219 C: (860)-857-4219 kyle.hinding@cbmoves.com

Property Details for 54 Straits Road

Basement Description
Full
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial, Modern
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage, Driveway, Off Street Parking
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 07/28/2023 12:00 AM

Property Details for 54 Straits Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170576714
Days on Market21
Taxes$7,285 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1983
Lot Size6.31 AC / 274,863 SF
CountyMiddlesex County
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Peg Mitchel; Coldwell Banker Realty, Kyle S Hinding

Sold By William Raveis Real Estate, Amy B Rubin

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Building Information for 54 Straits Road

Stories-Year Built1983Building Size-Lot Size6.31 AC / 274,863 SF

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Property Information for 54 Straits Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Chester Village To Maple Avenue. At the end of Maple turn Left onto Straits Road. Driveway will be on your left#54…Sign.
  • Elementary School: Chester
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Valley
  • Latitude: 41.394897
  • Longitude: -72.453507
  • Middle Jr High School: Winthrop
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Property Tax: $7,285
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Attic Description: Pull-Down Stairs
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Wall Unit
  • Heat Type: Radiant
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer
  • Room Count: 9
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Breakfast Bar,Half Bath,Sliders
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Wood Stove,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Brown
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Paved
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Vertical Siding, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Fiberglass Shingle
  • Year Built: 1983
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2160
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Secluded
  • Parcel Number: 941460
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2160.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2160.0
  • Zoning: R-2
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Fireplace Insert
  • Heat Fuel Type: Electric
  • Hot Water Description: Electric
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water: Yes
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 54 Straits Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 24, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1516062934

$389,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/24/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1516062934

$389,000

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

Public Records for 54 Straits Road

Taxable ValueLand$92,890Additions$202,510Total$295,400
Tax Record2025$7,999 ($667 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,160 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,160 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,040 SqFtStories2Lot Size274,864 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1983Year Renovated1999ZoningR-2CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVERAPNCSTR M:14 B:291

Schools near 54 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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Listing Courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty, Peg Mitchel; Coldwell Banker Realty, Kyle S Hinding

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