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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Schools
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Nearby Schools
8
/10
Chester Elementary School
23 Ridge Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.72 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
7
/10
Deep River Elementary School
12 River St
Distance between this listing and this school2.97 miles
Public District Grades KG-6
7
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Essex Elementary School
108 Main St
Distance between this listing and this school5.60 miles
Public District Grades PK-6
Nearby Schools
5
/10
John Winthrop Middle School
1 Winthrop Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.36 miles
Public District Grades 7-8
6
/10
Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School
73 Clark Gates Rd
Distance between this listing and this school6.40 miles
Public District Grades 4-8
8
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Haddam-Killingworth Middle School
451 Route 81
Distance between this listing and this school6.64 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
6
/10
Valley Regional High School
256 Kelsey Hill Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.90 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
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Nathan Hale-Ray High School
15 School Rd
Distance between this listing and this school4.56 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
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Haddam-Killingworth High School
95 Little City Rd
Distance between this listing and this school6.33 miles
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.
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.