CHARMING AND BEAUTIFULLY UPDATED CAPE! This well-maintained home blends timeless character with modern updates-perfect for today's lifestyle. Inside, you'll find spacious, light-filled rooms, thoughtful design, & stylish finishes that make everyday living & entertaining a breeze. The heart of the home is the remodeled kitchen (2022), featuring quartz countertops, a tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, & an open flow to the dining area w/ rich hardwood floors & elegant wainscoting. The sun-filled living room offers a warm, neutral palette, classic wood-burning fireplace, crown molding, & charming arched doorways. A cozy sunroom off the main living area serves as an ideal home office or reading nook. Also on the main level is a convenient half bath & the large, enclosed breezeway links house and garage-great for wet days and gear storage. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom easily accommodates a king-sized bed. A second bedroom & remodeled full bath round out the upper level, both w/ beautiful hardwood floors. Love to entertain or unwind outdoors? The covered patio and fenced backyard provide the perfect setting for year-round enjoyment. Notable Updates: * Remodeled Kitchen (2022) * Newer Roof & Gutters (2020) * Exterior Painted (2021) * Vinyl Double-Pane Windows * Both Chimney Flues Re-Lined Ideally located near Wesleyan University, Middlesex Hospital, local parks, & major commuter routes. OFFR DEADLINE TUES 8/5 at 12noon.
Sold for $349,900 on 08/29/25
$349,900
153 Barbara Road, Middletown, CT 06457
2beds
1,242sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$355,200 Zestimate®
$282/sqft
$2,149 Estimated rent
Home value
$355,200
$327,000 - $387,000
$2,149/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: August 29, 2025 at 10:34am
Listed by:
Jennifer Petron and Karen Mendes Team,
Karen B. Mendes 860-944-8585,
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. 860-658-1981,
Co-Listing Agent: Jennifer Petron 860-558-1880,
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Bought with:
Kathy A. Sibley, RES.0764310
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24114910
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 11
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 12
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4 x 4
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9 x 12
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 14
Sun room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 7
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Storage Space,Interior Entry
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,242
- Total interior livable area: 1,242 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,242
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Lot
- Size: 6,534 sqft
- Features: Few Trees, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 1004616
- Zoning: R-15
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shake Siding, Cedar, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Medical Facilities, Park, Playground, Public Rec Facilities, Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall
Location
- Region: Middletown
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $349,900+16.7%$282/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24114910 | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Pending sale | $299,900$241/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24114910 | ||
| 8/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900+108.7%$241/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24114910 | ||
| 6/7/2019 | Sold | $143,700+3.4%$116/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170190650 | ||
| 5/6/2019 | Pending sale | $139,000$112/sqft |
Source: Kinard Realty Group #170190650 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,231 +16.7% | $160,170 +10.4% |
| 2024 | $5,340 +4.8% | $145,120 |
| 2023 | $5,094 +9.9% | $145,120 +37.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06457
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Spencer SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- NAKeigwin Middle SchoolGrades: 6Distance: 1.5 mi
- 4/10Middletown High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Spencer
- High: Middletown
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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