548 Boston Post Rd

2,704 Sq. Ft.
$629 / Sq. Ft.
2,704
Sq. Ft.
$629
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Known as the Scranton House, this beautifully restored and updated c. 1750 historic gem offers 3500 sf on site and is ideally located right across from Madison’s storied and beloved Town Green. A level and lush 1.67 acre property with a charming separate 800 sf guest house overlooking a large private pool and extensive landscaping. This second dwelling in part, is currently used as a fantastic home office. The fully updated and beautifully reworked approx. 2700 sf main house provides a magazine layout...Known as the Scranton House, this beautifully restored and updated c. 1750 historic gem offers 3500 sf on site and is ideally located right across from Madison’s storied and beloved Town Green. A level and lush 1.67 acre property with a charming separate 800 sf guest house overlooking a large private pool and extensive landscaping. This second dwelling in part, is currently used as a fantastic home office. The fully updated and beautifully reworked approx. 2700 sf main house provides a magazine layout Hanford custom chef’s kitchen with 8 burner Viking cooktop, double ovens, Subzero, twin dishwashers and sinks with Rohl faucets. Nothing has been overlooked. The first floor flow is ideal for entertaining with an expansive dining area opening into a generous L-shaped living room with separate seating in front of the fireplace. A possible private office area with separate entrance, powder room and generous laundry area complete the first floor. Details and features include stunning original wide plank floors, beamed ceilings, original wood paneling, four fireplaces, (one in the primary suite). Three bedrooms are located on the second floor, along with a welcoming centrally located den with built-ins. A finished third level offers the private fourth bedroom finished with two large skylights and additional storage area. Professional photos and floor plan to follow. Showings begin on 4/21/23.
  1. Listed by Margaret Muir • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-415-9187 C: (203)-415-9187 mmuir@wpsir.com

Property Details for 548 Boston Post Road

Basement Description
Partial, Unfinished
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Barn
Swimming Pool
Yes
LISTING CLOSED: 06/07/2023 12:00 AM

Property Details for 548 Boston Post Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170561586
Days on Market13
Taxes$15,346 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1750
Lot Size1.67 AC / 72,745 SF
CountyNew Haven County

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Margaret Muir

Sold By Harriman Real Estate LLC, Bluma Katz

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Building Information for 548 Boston Post Road

Stories-Year Built1750Building Size-Lot Size1.67 AC / 72,745 SF

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$9,750 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,471

Property Taxes

$1,279

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 548 Boston Post Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Route 1 to #548
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.27749
  • Longitude: -72.602632
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2022-June 2023
  • Property Tax: $15,346
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Garden Area, Guest House, Patio
  • Pool Description: In Ground Pool, Safety Fence
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Partially Finished
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available
  • Room Count: 9
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Softwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Softwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 20.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,Island,Softwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
Room 5
  • Listing Key: F955F9FD19528AD7E053D501100A59D9
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Softwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Full Bath,Softwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Softwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Softwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 7.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: F955F9FD19528AD7E053D501100A59D9
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: On 3rd Floor,Skylight,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: Non Applicable
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 5770
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1750
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2704
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Open Lot, Level Lot, Fence - Partial, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 1155943
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2704.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2704.0
  • Zoning: R-2
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 548 Boston Post Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 7, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1512691476

$1,700,000

+12.1% / yr

Mar 17, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1257510165

$835,000
Mar 17, 2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #599252203

$835,000

+3.5% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/07/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1512691476

$1,700,000

+12.1% / yr

03/17/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1257510165

$835,000
03/17/2017

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #599252203

$835,000

+3.5% / yr

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

Public Records for 548 Boston Post Road

Taxable ValueLand$325,100Additions$665,300Total$990,400
Tax Record2024$22,215 ($1,851 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,704 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,704 SqFtStories2Lot Size72,745 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1750ZoningR-2CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUAPNMADI M:38 B:130

Schools near 548 Boston Post Road

This home is within Madison School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 3
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 3
Rating
School
Distance
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School
PublicK to 3

Walter C. Polson Upper Middle School
Public6 to 8

Daniel Hand High School
Public9 to 12

J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School
PublicK 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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Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Margaret Muir

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