Last Sold Price
3 beds2,139 sqft$334/sqft
8 Butter Jones Rd, Chester, CT 06412

Description

Enchanting Cape with Artisan Post & Beam Charm - Just Down the Road from Chester Village! Tucked away on 2 acres of picturesque land, this whimsical 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Cape Cod home invites you to live among nature in style. Only a short distance from Cedar Lake and Chester Village, you'll have easy access to endless outdoor adventures and world-class restaurants and shopping just moments away. Inside, the home is a masterpiece of artisan post and beam craftsmanship, with a spacious great room featuring...Enchanting Cape with Artisan Post & Beam Charm - Just Down the Road from Chester Village! Tucked away on 2 acres of picturesque land, this whimsical 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Cape Cod home invites you to live among nature in style. Only a short distance from Cedar Lake and Chester Village, you'll have easy access to endless outdoor adventures and world-class restaurants and shopping just moments away. Inside, the home is a masterpiece of artisan post and beam craftsmanship, with a spacious great room featuring soaring ceilings, skylights that bathe the space in natural light, and exquisite woodwork that brings warmth and character to every corner. The thoughtful layout includes a generous primary suite with its own bath, two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a convenient powder room for guests. Outside, the property is equally enchanting. The oversized detached garage and expansive workshop, both with the artisan craftsmanship of the main house, provide plenty of room for your hobbies and projects, while the barn and stables are ready for your animals. Whether you dream of an equestrian escape or simply crave a peaceful haven to enjoy nature, this home offers it all. From the captivating craftsmanship to the stunning natural surroundings, this is more than just a home, it's a retreat, a sanctuary, and a lifestyle.
LISTING CLOSED: 03/06/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Amy Graham • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (919) 273-4952 C: (919) 273-4952 agraham@wpsir.com

Property Details for 8 Butter Jones Road

Status
MLS #
24124486
Days on Market
162
Taxes
$10,251 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1984
Lot Size
2.01 AC / 87,555 SF
Basement Description
Crawl Space, Partial, Unfinished, Storage, Interior Access, Concrete Floor
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Cape Cod
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage, Paved, Driveway
Swimming Pool
No

Location

Listing Courtesy of William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, Amy Graham

Sold By William Raveis Real Estate, Tim Galvin

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Building Information for 8 Butter Jones Road

Stories-Year Built1984Building Size-Lot Size2.01 AC / 87,555 SF

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$4,489 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,634

Property Taxes

$854

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8 Butter Jones Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: GPS friendly
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Valley
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.387011
  • Longitude: -72.51998
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Shopping/Mall, Stables/Riding
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 4
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $10,251
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Sidewalk, Shed, Barn, Garden Area, Stable, Paddock
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: Heat Pump, Split System, Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Water, Radiant
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Rooms Additional: Bonus Room, Workshop
  • Rooms Total: 8
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Beams,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Beams,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 20.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Beams,Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Skylight,Cathedral Ceiling,Beams,Dining Area,Sliders,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 3E109F7B9428850EE063E201100AB7CB
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Bedroom Suite,Built-Ins,Full Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 16.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 15.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 9.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Circular, Paved
  • Exclusions: See inclusions and exclusions document
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle, Gable
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2139
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Lightly Wooded, Borders Open Space
  • Parcel Number: 940151
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2139.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2139.0
  • Zoning: R-2
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Upright Tank
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 8 Butter Jones Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 4, 2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1931959209

$715,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/04/2026

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1931959209

$715,000

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

Public Records for 8 Butter Jones Road

Taxable ValueLand$59,570Additions$318,990Total$378,560
Tax Record2025$10,251 ($854 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,139 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,139 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt962 SqFtStories2Lot Size87,556 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1984Year Renovated2002ZoningR-2CountyLOWER CONNECTICUT RIVERAPNCSTR M:16 B:64

Schools near 8 Butter Jones Road

This home is within Regional School District 04.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 8 Butter Jones Road, Chester, CT 06412
$715,000
3
2,139
87,555
$65,000
2
2
1,416
87,120
$475,000
87,120
$299,900
4
1,948
96,703
$135,000
3
2.5
1,863
88,862
$278,000
4
3
2,652
89,734

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