885 Durham Rd

2,127 Sq. Ft.
$181 / Sq. Ft.
2,127
Sq. Ft.
$181
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Antique 1880 colonial/cape design farmhouse with lots of character! The ceilings are high, the front enclosed porch has architectural and high ceilings and a central architectural window, with a wall of windows.........sit and watch the world go by! Use as an enclosed sun room, or easily add heat and your choice of flooring for year-round use.....or open to the living room and kitchen for and expanded open floor plan. Extensive land presents a beautifully wooded rear view with an outdoor entertainment...Antique 1880 colonial/cape design farmhouse with lots of character! The ceilings are high, the front enclosed porch has architectural and high ceilings and a central architectural window, with a wall of windows.........sit and watch the world go by! Use as an enclosed sun room, or easily add heat and your choice of flooring for year-round use.....or open to the living room and kitchen for and expanded open floor plan. Extensive land presents a beautifully wooded rear view with an outdoor entertainment deck, 2 sheds and chicken coop, along with a small pond and a babbling brook to the rear. Also room at the rear to store larger work vehicles and extra items out of street and neighbor's view. Perfect for a "mini farm experience", and/or a contractor's dream. Interior has an expansive kitchen with a gas cooktop, upscale stainless steel appliances, Kitchen Aid French door refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher, Thermador electric double oven with convection, and Bosch washer and dryer. Many recent improvements including: newer roof, furnace, septic system and brand new well. Family room has beautiful built-ins and a fireplace; kitchen has cozy breakfast nook, first floor has high ceilings and an open feel.
  1. Listed by Gloria Gibney • Gibney Real Estate
    P: (203)-738-9459 gloriagibney@att.net

Property Details for 885 Durham Road

Basement Description
Full With Walk-Out, Unfinished, Concrete Floor, Dirt Floor
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
0
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Cape Cod, Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Unpaved, Off Street Parking
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING CLOSED: 06/25/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 885 Durham Road

StatusClosed
MLS #170390420
Days on Market45
Taxes$5,999 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1880
Lot Size2.10 AC / 91,476 SF
CountyNew Haven County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Gibney Real Estate, Gloria Gibney

Sold By Gibney Real Estate, Gloria Gibney

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Building Information for 885 Durham Road

Stories-Year Built1880Building Size-Lot Size2.10 AC / 91,476 SF

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$2,452 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,952

Property Taxes

$500

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 885 Durham Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Exit 58, Durham Road
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Intermediate School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.333637
  • Longitude: -72.626392
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Shopping/Mall
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Tax District Amount: $0
  • Tax Year: July 2020-June 2021
  • Property Tax: $5,999
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Shed
  • Waterfront Description: Brook
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Room Count: 9
  • Rooms Total: 7
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Dining Area,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Dining Area,Hardwood Floor,Pantry
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Fireplace
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 2 Story Window(s),9 ft+ Ceilings,Vaulted Ceiling
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Walk-In Closet,Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Full Bath,Tile Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Walk-In Closet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Gravel
  • Elevation Certificate: No
  • Exterior Siding: Clapboard, Stone
  • Foundation Type: Masonry, Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 4032
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1880
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 0
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2127
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Cleared, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Fence - Partial
  • Parcel Number: 1159458
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2127.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2127.0
  • Zoning: RU-1
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: 50 Gallon Tank, Electric
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 885 Durham Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 17, 2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1452419075

$279,000

+2.8% / yr

Aug 9, 1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92250717

$155,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/17/2021

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1452419075

$279,000

+2.8% / yr

08/09/1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #92250717

$155,000

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

Public Records for 885 Durham Road

Taxable ValueLand$115,400Additions$200,600Total$316,000
Tax Record2024$7,088 ($591 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,847 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,847 SqFtStories2Lot Size91,476 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1880ZoningRU-1CountySOUTH CENTRAL CONNECTICUAPNMADI M:109 B:14Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 885 Durham Road

This home is within Madison School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 4 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 4
Rating
School
Distance
Dr. Robert H. Brown Middle School
Public4 to 5

Walter C. Polson Upper Middle School
Public6 to 8

Daniel Hand High School
Public9 to 12

Island Avenue Elementary School
PublicK to 4

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