The Burr & Abel Calhoun Farm. Steeped in history, this beautifully preserved Greek Revival dates to 1846 and was built by the Calhouns, one of Washington, Connecticut's founding families. Located in the coveted Calhoun Historic District on 24 +/- high acres, the estate boasts ancient trees, lush landscaped perennial gardens, mature plantings, exquisite boxwood, original stonewalls, verdant open lawns & an apple orchard. The Main House consists of 4 bedrooms, 3 & 1-half baths, with fine period details such as 4 original fireplaces & antique wide hardwood floors throughout. The main floor is comprised of a beautifully proportioned living room w/beams that was expanded to include a grander sitting area; a formal dining room with a period built-in china closet and anchored by an original brick fireplace; a traditional paneled library w/built-in bookshelves & carved wooden fireplace mantle w/granite hearth; a den with powder room. A chef's kitchen w/ a huge bee-hive fireplace is updated with modern appliances and flows seamlessly to a large sun-filled family room w/French doors opening to a bluestone patio overlooking the vast lawn. Additionally, there is a charming post & beam c.1800 2-room/2 bath, clapboard guest house w/ 2 original fireplaces, as well as a hand-hewn post & beam 1800's Bank Barn. Modern conveniences include central AC & a generator. Potential long views. Multiple pool sites. Chaple Brook. Only 4 families were ever in residence. Rare offering in A+ location.
Sold for $2,800,000 on 09/03/25
$2,800,000
164 Calhoun Street, Washington, CT 06794
4beds
3,876sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1846
24 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$722/sqft
$6,889 Estimated rent
Home value
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$6,889/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 03, 2025 at 10:28am
Listed by:
Peter Klemm 917-864-4940,
Klemm Real Estate Inc 860-868-7313,
Carolyn Klemm 860-488-6721,
Klemm Real Estate Inc
Bought with:
Graham Klemm, REB.0751554
Klemm Real Estate Inc
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24037917
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 303.94 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.2 x 16.7
Bedroom
- Features: Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143.84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 11.6
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 171.72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.9 x 10.8
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 139.38 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 13.8
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Den
- Features: Built-in Features, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 75.42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.11 x 9.3
Dining room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 215 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.4 x 13.11
Family room
- Features: French Doors, Patio/Terrace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 375.58 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17.8 x 21.1
Family room
- Features: Bookcases, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 275.27 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.11 x 15.2
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Built-in Features, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 286.72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25.6 x 11.2
Library
- Features: Bookcases, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 200.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.2 x 14.11
Living room
- Features: Beamed Ceilings, Hardwood Floor, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 453 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.1 x 30
Heating
- Hydro Air, Oil
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Oven, Microwave, Subzero, Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Water Heater
- Laundry: Upper Level, Mud Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,876
- Total interior livable area: 3,876 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,876
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Features
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Brook, Beach Access
Lot
- Size: 24 Acres
- Features: Few Trees, Wooded, Level, Landscaped, Historic District
Details
- Parcel number: 2139530
- Zoning: R-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1846
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Lake, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Private School(s), Stables/Riding, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Washington Depot
- Subdivision: Calhoun Street
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/3/2025 | Sold | $2,800,000-6.6%$722/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24037917 | ||
| 6/10/2025 | Pending sale | $2,999,000$774/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24037917 | ||
| 4/1/2025 | Price change | $2,999,000-7.7%$774/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24037917 | ||
| 11/14/2024 | Price change | $3,250,000-13.3%$838/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24037917 | ||
| 8/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,750,000+455.6%$967/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #24037917 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,777 +0.1% | $2,375,730 +0.1% |
| 2024 | $25,742 -6.9% | $2,372,510 +22.3% |
| 2023 | $27,638 | $1,939,520 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06794
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Washington Primary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 8/10Shepaug Valley SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 4.2 mi