581 High St

Middletown, CT 06457

$285,000
Price
3
Beds
1,057 Sq. Ft.
$270 / Sq. Ft.
1,057
Sq. Ft.
$270
per Sq. Ft.
Open: 12/27 12:00PM - 02:00PM
Open: 12/27 12:00PM - 02:00PM

Description

Welcome to this updated, energy-efficient home, located just minutes from Wesleyan University, downtown Middletown, restaurants, shopping, and the riverfront. With solar panels, a newer kitchen, and a surprisingly deep backyard, this property blends convenience, modern comfort, and value. The first floor offers a bright living room with hardwood floors, a large eat-in kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless appliances, ample counter space, and first-floor laundry, plus a generously sized primary...Welcome to this updated, energy-efficient home, located just minutes from Wesleyan University, downtown Middletown, restaurants, shopping, and the riverfront. With solar panels, a newer kitchen, and a surprisingly deep backyard, this property blends convenience, modern comfort, and value. The first floor offers a bright living room with hardwood floors, a large eat-in kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless appliances, ample counter space, and first-floor laundry, plus a generously sized primary bedroom suite for desirable one-level living. Upstairs are two additional bedrooms with great natural light, and the clean, divided basement provides excellent storage and workshop potential. Outside, the deep lot offers rare usable yard space-ideal for pets, gardening, entertaining, or future expansion-along with a storage shed and off-street parking. Move-in ready with low utility costs thanks to solar, this home is a fantastic opportunity for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking a centrally located home with updates and charm.
  1. Listed by Abby Breau • New England Prestige Realty
    P: (203)-631-3499 C: (203)-631-3499 abbybreau@gmail.com

Property Details for 581 High Street

Basement Description
Partial
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
0
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Other
Garage Parking Info
None, On Street Parking, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Swimming Pool
No

Open Houses

Saturday, Dec 27th

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 12/26/2025 01:53 PM

Property Details for 581 High Street

StatusActive
MLS #24144541
Days on Market15
Taxes$6,853 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF
CountyMiddlesex County

Location

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Building Information for 581 High Street

Stories-Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,979 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,408

Property Taxes

$571

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 581 High Street

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: per GPS
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.567618
  • Longitude: -72.658914
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Transportation
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 1
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $6,853
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch-Screened, Shed, Porch
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Oven/Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fans, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: In kitchen
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.2
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Length: 14.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 14.9
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.6
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 10.1
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 45B1A561DD80E894E0631A01100AC56E
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 14.9
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.11
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Length: 5.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
  • Room Width: 7.8
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Length: 7.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 5.2
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Length: 12.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Room Width: 4.5
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Crushed Stone
  • Exterior Siding: Aluminum
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1057
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: N/A
  • Parcel Number: 1015711
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1057.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1057.0
  • Zoning: RPZ
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Tank Size Unknown
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water In Street
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant

Property History for 581 High Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 29, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1498540757

$260,000

+474.5% / yr

Apr 29, 2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1489526235

$125,000

+2.8% / yr

Apr 29, 1998

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92072394

$65,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/29/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1498540757

$260,000

+474.5% / yr

04/29/2022

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1489526235

$125,000

+2.8% / yr

04/29/1998

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92072394

$65,000

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

Public Records for 581 High Street

Taxable ValueLand$47,100Additions$129,070Total$176,170
Tax Record2023$6,483 ($540 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,057 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,057 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,534 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningRPZCountyMIDDLESEXAPNMTWN M:20 L:0020

Schools near 581 High Street

This home is within Middletown School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Macdonough School
Public - K to 5
Beman Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Middletown High School
Public - 9 to 12
Icm - Spencer
Public - 3 to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Macdonough School
PublicK to 5

Beman Middle School
Public6 to 8

Middletown High School
Public9 to 12

Icm - Spencer
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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More information about 581 High Street, Middletown, CT 06457

581 High Street is a single family home for sale in Middletown, CT 06457. This property was listed for sale on December 11, 2025 by New England Prestige Realty, it's currently listed at $285,000. It has been on the market for a total of 15 days and was last sold on September 29, 2022. This listing's school district is Middletown School District. Nearby schools include Macdonough School, Beman Middle School and Middletown High School. 581 High Street is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,057 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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