575 Leetes Island Road

Guilford, CT 06437

$975,000
Price
2
Beds
2
Baths
3,140 Sq. Ft.
$311 / Sq. Ft.
3,140
Sq. Ft.
$311
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Perched atop a gentle rise overlooking Shell Beach lagoon across the road, and Long Island Sound in the distance, is the Pelatiah Leete House, one of Guilford's oldest and most completely preserved 18th century dwelling houses. Built circa 1710 by Pelatiah Leete, grandson of Guilford founder and first governor of the united Connecticut colony, William Leete, the house is a classic New England saltbox, with a Georgian style facade arranged around the original carved pediment and pilasters flanking...Perched atop a gentle rise overlooking Shell Beach lagoon across the road, and Long Island Sound in the distance, is the Pelatiah Leete House, one of Guilford's oldest and most completely preserved 18th century dwelling houses. Built circa 1710 by Pelatiah Leete, grandson of Guilford founder and first governor of the united Connecticut colony, William Leete, the house is a classic New England saltbox, with a Georgian style facade arranged around the original carved pediment and pilasters flanking the formal entry door. Built in the medieval English post and beam/plank on frame construction manner, the house is a perfect cube of solid American Chestnut, with massive two story high chestnut planks nailed vertically to the framing, and centered around a massive three story center chimney built of the local granite stone. Pelatiah Leete House was one of the first Connecticut buildings added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1974, and was later designated in 1990 as a contributing structure for the National Register Route 146 Historic District, which follows the contours of State Route 146 in front of the dwelling, and is the only National Register-listed building along the Guilford portion of that district. Over the years it has attracted consistent interest from architectural historians and travel writers alike, appearing first in a 1960s New York Times travel article, as well as the front cover and interior of the 1976 bicentennial year book "Restored America".
  1. Listed by Carol A Mancini • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203) 453-2533 C: (203) 710-6405 cmancini@wpsir.com

Property Details for 575 Leetes Island Road

Basement Description
Partial, Unfinished, Hatchway Access, Interior Access, Partial With Hatchway, Concrete Floor
Direct Waterfront
No
Expected Active Date
05-01-2024
Garages Number
2
Neighborhood
Leetes Island
Style
Colonial, Antique
Garage Parking Info
Attached Garage
Swimming Pool
No

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 05/03/2024 05:50 PM

Property Details for 575 Leetes Island Road

StatusActive
MLS #24004388
Days on Market6
Taxes$10,417 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1710
Lot Size0.64 AC / 27,878 SF
CountyNew Haven County

Location

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Building Information for 575 Leetes Island Road

Stories-Year Built1710Building Size-Lot Size0.64 AC / 27,878 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,189 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$5,321

Property Taxes

$868

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 575 Leetes Island Road

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Owner
  • Directions: Leetes Island Road to #575.
  • Elementary School: A. W. Cox
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Guilford
  • Intermediate School: Baldwin
  • Latitude: 41.265215
  • Longitude: -72.715812
  • Middle Jr High School: Adams
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2023-June 2024
  • Property Tax: $10,417
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Shed, Awnings, Fruit Trees, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Water Community, View
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Heated, Storage Space, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Baseboard, Hot Water, Radiator
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 4
  • Home Automation: Security System
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Upstairs
  • Rooms Additional: Laundry Room
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Beams,Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.7
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Beams,Built-Ins,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 14.11
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Beams,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 16.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.2
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Beams,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 31.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Room Width: 15.8
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 10.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 9.6
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Beams,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.7
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Beams,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.11
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 13.1
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Library
  • Room Width: 10.8
Room 9
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 29.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Room Width: 13.1
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Red
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Cedar
  • Foundation Type: Stone
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle, Shake
  • Year Built: 1710
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 3140
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Treed, Sloping Lot, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 1117418
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3140.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 3140.0
  • Zoning: R-5
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Storm Windows
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Oil, 100 Gallon Tank
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Private Well
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner
Unit 1
  • Listing Key: 13F2ADBAE3BA0F07E0631401100A464F
Unit 2
  • Listing Key: 13F2ADBAE3BA0F07E0631401100A464F
Unit 3
  • Listing Key: 13F2ADBAE3BA0F07E0631401100A464F
Unit 4
  • Listing Key: 13F2ADBAE3BA0F07E0631401100A464F
Unit 5
  • Listing Key: 13F2ADBAE3BA0F07E0631401100A464F
Unit 6
  • Listing Key: 13F2ADBAE3BA0F07E0631401100A464F
Unit 7
  • Listing Key: 13F2ADBAE3BA0F07E0631401100A464F
Unit 8
  • Listing Key: 13F2ADBAE3BA0F07E0631401100A464F
Unit 9
  • Listing Key: 13F2ADBAE3BA0F07E0631401100A464F

Property History for 575 Leetes Island Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 575 Leetes Island Road

Taxable ValueLand$131,250Additions$271,250Total$402,500
Tax Record2023$10,417 ($868 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt3,140 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,140 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,240 SqFtStories2Lot Size25,265 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1992Year Renovated1997ZoningR-5CountyNEW HAVENAPNGUIL M:19011Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 575 Leetes Island Road

This home is within Guilford School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 4
Rating
School
Distance
A. Baldwin Middle School
Public5 to 6

E. C. Adams Middle School
Public7 to 8

Guilford High School
Public9 to 12

A. W. Cox School
PublicK to 4

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575 Leetes Island Road is a single family home for sale in Guilford, CT 06437. This property was listed for sale on April 26, 2024 by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, it's currently listed at $975,000. It has been on the market for a total of 6 days and was last sold on March 1, 2010. This listing's school district is Guilford School District. Nearby schools include A. Baldwin Middle School, E. C. Adams Middle School and Guilford High School. 575 Leetes Island Road is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 3,140 sqft single family home built in 1710.

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