551 Merrow Rd

1,496 Sq. Ft.
$167 / Sq. Ft.
1,496
Sq. Ft.
$167
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to Brookside Farm! This charming one of a kind retreat offers timeless character inside and out. Situated on 2 majestic acres surrounded by stone walls & a babbling brook you will be amazed by its beauty. Step inside to 1,496 sqft of meticulously maintained living space including 3 bedrooms & 1.5 baths. The kitchen boasts 2 eat-in areas, an island & new appliances. Off the kitchen is a formal dining area that opens to a warm & cozy living room w/a fireplace. Relax in the attached closed-in...Welcome to Brookside Farm! This charming one of a kind retreat offers timeless character inside and out. Situated on 2 majestic acres surrounded by stone walls & a babbling brook you will be amazed by its beauty. Step inside to 1,496 sqft of meticulously maintained living space including 3 bedrooms & 1.5 baths. The kitchen boasts 2 eat-in areas, an island & new appliances. Off the kitchen is a formal dining area that opens to a warm & cozy living room w/a fireplace. Relax in the attached closed-in sunroom overlooking the picturesque backyard. A mudroom & half bath complete the 1st floor. The oversized attached 2 car garage is accompanied w/cabinets, benches & a massive walk up storage room above. The 2nd floor includes the master bedroom w/walk-in closet, 2 other nicely signed bedrooms & a full bath. The finished basement is a great place to entertain w/a bar, stone fireplace, woodstove & separate heat. Sit & enjoy the quietness of the spacious back yard in your gazebo bridge – 1 of 4 bridges. The backyard includes a patio w/a hot tub & screened in gazebo, a 2-stall horse barn w/ tack room, your own gift shop, shed, playhouse, potting room, bird sanctuary, & vegetable gardens. Additional amenities & upgrades include: a newer furnace, sump pump & drainage system, a full house Generac propane generator, updated windows, new roof in 2016 & a new well water treatment. This home is 5 miles to UCONN, easy access to Rt84 & close to restaurants/shops. It is a must see!
  1. Listed by Mark Riesbeck • Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
    P: (860)-874-6629 C: (860)-874-6629 markriesbeck@bhhsne.com

Property Details for 551 Merrow Road

Basement Description
Full With Hatchway, Partially Finished, Heated, Concrete Floor, Interior Access
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 05/21/2020 12:00 AM

Property Details for 551 Merrow Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170286496
Days on Market5
Taxes$5,198 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1957
Lot Size2.01 AC / 87,555 SF
CountyTolland County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop., Mark Riesbeck

Sold By BHHS Realty Professionals, Kenneth Marcia

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Building Information for 551 Merrow Road

Stories-Year Built1957Building Size-Lot Size2.01 AC / 87,555 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,703 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,270

Property Taxes

$433

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 551 Merrow Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: GPS friendly.
  • Elementary School: Birch Grove
  • High School: Tolland
  • Intermediate School: Tolland
  • Latitude: 41.8482
  • Longitude: -72.32665
  • Middle Jr High School: Tolland
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Private Rec Facilities, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax Year: July 2019-June 2020
  • Property Tax: $5,198
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Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Cabana, Garden Area, Gazebo, Hot Tub, Porch-Enclosed, Shed, Stable
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener
  • Rooms Additional: Mud Room
  • Room Count: 9
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Island,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Half Bath
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor,Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Tile Floor,Tub w/Shower
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved, Asphalt
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 4284
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Property Info: Horse Property
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 220
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1276
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Treed
  • Parcel Number: 1654517
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1276.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1496.0
  • Zoning: RDD
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well

Public Records for 551 Merrow Road

Taxable ValueLand$65,900Additions$148,200Total$214,100
Tax Record2025$5,821 ($485 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,276 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,276 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt440 SqFtStories2Lot Size87,556 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1957Year Renovated1957ZoningRDDCountyCAPITOLAPNTLLD M:35 B:D L:10-00

Schools near 551 Merrow Road

This home is within Tolland School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 3 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Birch Grove Primary School
PublicPK to 2

Tolland Middle School
Public6 to 8

Tolland High School
Public9 to 12

Tolland Intermediate School
Public3 to 5

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 Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop., Mark Riesbeck

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