85 George Avenue
85 George Avenue
$399,900
3
3
2,086
2,086
$192
Under Contract - Continue To Show
Description
A rare opportunity to purchase a 1929 Tudor Revival residence, The Post House, unscathed by modern remodeling & contemporary alteration. The home features its original floor plan with, astonishingly, every quintessential Tudor element including four point arches, majestic vaulted ceiling with walnut beams, red oak flooring, walnut built ins, elegant wrought iron stairway, ornate handmade wrought iron sconces, candelabra & door handles, copper canopy, steep gables, lead casement windows, & a gorgeous...A rare opportunity to purchase a 1929 Tudor Revival residence, The Post House, unscathed by modern remodeling & contemporary alteration. The home features its original floor plan with, astonishingly, every quintessential Tudor element including four point arches, majestic vaulted ceiling with walnut beams, red oak flooring, walnut built ins, elegant wrought iron stairway, ornate handmade wrought iron sconces, candelabra & door handles, copper canopy, steep gables, lead casement windows, & a gorgeous slate roof. The layout is outstanding. The large Great Room with its original fireplace, vaulted ceilings, walnut beam work, oak floors & an abundance of windows opens to a covered patio & views of the large backyard which, in Summer, boasts blossoms, blooms & privacy trees. It also opens to a dining room that still has the servant button in the floor! A library w/ walnut-built ins & shelves is restful & sedate, a perfect room for morning coffee. The former maid's room (main floor) has been used as a 4th bedroom or office. Full bathroom on the main floor. Up the original staircase with its wrought iron railing brings you to 3 large bedrooms, again with hardwood floors. Classic Tudor 4-point archways & charming built ins, high ceilings, ample closets (cedar downstairs)& lots of natural light completes the upstairs floor. Served by two more full bathrooms, one ensuite in the primary bedroom. Beautifully patinated bay window & front door copper canopies, & exceptional brickwork.
- Listed by Kathleen M Maloney • Coldwell Banker RealtyP: (203) 213-9198 C: (203) 213-9198 kathleen.maloney@cbmoves.com
- Listed by Philip A Giampietro • Coldwell Banker RealtyP: (203) 272-1633 C: (203) 415-7664 phil.giampietro@cbmoves.com
Property Details for 85 George Avenue
Basement Description
Partial
Direct WaterfrontNo
Garages Number2
NeighborhoodN/A
StyleCape Cod, Tudor
Garage Parking InfoDetached Garage
Swimming PoolNo
Location
LISTING UPDATED: 04/25/2024 11:55 PM
Property Details for 85 George Avenue
Status | Under Contract - Continue To Show |
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MLS # | 170616197 |
Days on Market | 7 |
Taxes | $7,623 / year |
HOA Fees | - |
Condo/Co-op Fees | - |
Compass Type | Single Family |
MLS Type | Residential |
Year Built | 1929 |
Lot Size | 0.62 AC / 27,007 SF |
County | New Haven County |
Location
Building Information for 85 George Avenue
Stories-Year Built1929Building Size-Lot Size0.62 AC / 27,007 SF
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Property Information for 85 George Avenue
Property History for 85 George Avenue
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For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.
Public Records for 85 George Avenue
Taxable ValueLand$83,940Additions$133,300Total$217,240
Tax Record2023$7,623 ($635 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,086 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,086 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt884 SqFtStories2Lot Size27,007 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929Year Renovated1982ZoningR-20CountyNEW HAVENAPNCHES M:57 B:184 L:Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace
Schools near 85 George Avenue
This home is within Cheshire School District.
Rating | School | Type | Grades | Distance |
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Public - | K to 6 | |||
Public - | 7 to 8 | |||
Public - | 9 to 12 | |||
Private - | PK to 8 |
Rating | School | Distance |
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Highland School PublicK to 6 | ||
Dodd Middle School Public7 to 8 | ||
Cheshire High School Public9 to 12 | ||
St. Bridget School PrivatePK to 8 |
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