85 Benton St

Manchester, CT 06040

$270,000
Price
2
Beds
2,543 Sq. Ft.
$106 / Sq. Ft.
2,543
Sq. Ft.
$106
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Bright Cape close to the high school. Freshly painted and new carpet installed recently. The home is ready for your personal touches. This home has all the 1940s charm - arched doorways, hardwood floors, good sized rooms, and a charming fireplace. There are two bedrooms on the first floor. The second floor is one large room that has been used as a bedroom. There are many updates - front walkway, boiler, water heater, oil tank, and roof. The basement is a walk out with a glass door. It is ready to...Bright Cape close to the high school. Freshly painted and new carpet installed recently. The home is ready for your personal touches. This home has all the 1940s charm - arched doorways, hardwood floors, good sized rooms, and a charming fireplace. There are two bedrooms on the first floor. The second floor is one large room that has been used as a bedroom. There are many updates - front walkway, boiler, water heater, oil tank, and roof. The basement is a walk out with a glass door. It is ready to be finished or to be used as storage. The deck is large and accessible from the kitchen and the backyard. The neighborhood is quiet and has easy access to shops, medical facilities, and schools. The solar panels are great for your electric bills. Seller only gets electric bills in the winter. Electronic Surveillance is in place. Seller prefers an "As-Is" sale. Please turn off lights. Please do not touch furnace shut off switch or light timer.
  1. Listed by Susan A King • Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
    P: (860)-655-7882 C: (860)-655-7882 susanking@bhhsne.com

Property Details for 85 Benton Street

Basement Description
Full, Unfinished, Full With Walk-Out
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
0
Neighborhood
Bowers
Style
Cape Cod
Garage Parking Info
None, Paved, Off Street Parking
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 12/15/2025 07:42 PM

Property Details for 85 Benton Street

StatusActive
MLS #24141212
Days on Market39
Taxes$4,993 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1940
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF
CountyHartford County

Location

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Building Information for 85 Benton Street

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,662 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,750 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,334

Property Taxes

$416

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 85 Benton Street

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: East Center Street or West Middle Turnpike to Benton Street
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.780525
  • Longitude: -72.51334
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Basketball Court, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts, Walk to Bus Lines
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 3
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $4,993
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Electric Dryer
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Interior Features: Cable - Available
  • Laundry Room Location: Basement
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 43F96E29CA3F9EFEE0631A01100A04AA
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Family Room
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Tan
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1391
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1152
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Cleared
  • Parcel Number: 627889
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1152.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2543.0
  • Zoning: RA
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Active Solar
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 85 Benton Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 2, 2001

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91552062

$116,200—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/02/2001

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #91552062

$116,200

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Public Records for 85 Benton Street

Taxable ValueLand$32,600Additions$92,800Total$125,400
Tax Record2024$4,993 ($416 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,152 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,152 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,663 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940ZoningRACountyHARTFORDAPNMCHS M:93 B:440 L:85Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 85 Benton Street

This home is within Manchester School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Bowers School
Public - K to 4
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy
Public - 5 to 6
Illing Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Manchester High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Bowers School
PublicK to 4

Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy
Public5 to 6

Illing Middle School
Public7 to 8

Manchester 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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More information about 85 Benton Street, Manchester, CT 06040

85 Benton Street is a single family home for sale in Manchester, CT 06040. This property was listed for sale on November 19, 2025 by Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop., it's currently listed at $270,000. It has been on the market for a total of 39 days and was last sold on May 2, 2001. This listing's school district is Manchester School District. Nearby schools include Bowers School, Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy and Illing Middle School. 85 Benton Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 2,543 sqft single family home built in 1940.

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