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261 Middlesex Ave, Chester, CT, 06412

$319,900

Home List Price

$3,799*

Closing Credit

3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath
1,248 SqFt
$256/SqFt
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261 Middlesex Ave, Chester$319,900

Buyer Closing Credits

$3,799*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeOther
ParkingNone, Off Street Parking
Year Built1935
HeatingSteam
CoolingNone
BasementYes
ViewTrees/Woods
MLS #24068598
Lot Size2.00 Acres
StatusActive

About 261 Middlesex Ave

Come & enjoy all that Chester has to offer! Chester is one of the most sought after Connecticut village towns! This sweet Colonial built in 1935 is set back from the road on 2 picturesque acres of land offering plenty of expansion possibilities! Family owned since 1935. First floor offers a living room with stone fireplace, a dining room, a kitchen & mud room. All original hardwood floors throughout & original woodwork. 3 bedrooms & a full bath upstairs & a walk-up attic for storage potential. Living room leads out to a charming side porch with pillars & deck. Mechanicals are all updated: newer well pump in 2015, newer furnace in 2012. Some cosmetics needed but great bones & so much potential. A short drive to Chester village and a great price range for a starter home or for someone looking to downsize. Don't miss this opportunity! Property sold as is.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Year Built: 1935
  • Living Area: 1,248 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
  • Office Phone: (860) 347-4486
  • Listing Agent: Theresa Bitondo

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: No
  • View: Trees/Woods
  • Exterior: Garden Area, Covered Deck, Patio

Parking Information:

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: None, Off Street Parking

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Trees, Sloped, Cleared, Open Lot
  • Lot Size: 2.00 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Steam
  • Cooling: None

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Route 154 is Middlesex Ave. Look foir Berkshire sign

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $319,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $256/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $3,819
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

See how this home compares to others in Chester, CT.

Med. List Price

$479.9K

Med. Price/SqFt

$237

Avg. Days On Market

104

261 Middlesex Ave vs Chester

1 DAY ON ROCKET

-103 Days

$319,900

-$160K Less

$256/SqFt

+$18 More

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $160K less than the Median List Price and $18/SqFt more than other homes in Chester, CT.

Based on homes listed in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Number: #24068598

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
  • Office Phone: (860) 347-4486
  • Listing Agent: Theresa Bitondo

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Property Sales & Tax

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$3,819$129,450
2020$3,705$129,450
2019$3,727$129,450
2018$3,523$129,950
2017$3,425$129,950

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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8
/10
  • Chester Elementary School

  • 23 Ridge Rd

  • 1.72 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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7
/10
  • Deep River Elementary School

  • 12 River St

  • 2.97 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-6

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7
/10
  • Essex Elementary School

  • 108 Main St

  • 5.60 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-6

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,697. The majority of Chester, CT residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 261 Middlesex Ave

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 261 Middlesex Ave property is $319,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 261 Middlesex Ave is a house located in Chester, Connecticut, 06412.

Is this property for sale now?

Active Listing: 261 Middlesex Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $3,819 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 261 Middlesex Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 261 Middlesex Ave is 1,248 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 261 Middlesex Ave is 1935.

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This home is located at 261 Middlesex Ave in Chester, CT and zip code 06412. This 1,248 square foot home, which was built in 1935, sits on a 2.00 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since January 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $319,900.

The number of homes for sale in Chester, CT decreased by 41.7% between November 2024 and December 2024. The median list price of listings available in December 2024 was $479,900, while the average time on the real estate market was 104 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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