Stunning oasis of serenity! The Japhet Curtiss House, built in 1835 & listed on the National Historic Registry, is calling you. The charm of yesteryear abounds in this classic 3 BR/2 Bath New England Colonial, set on sprawling 3.65 acres, less than 1.5 hours from NYC & close to Hartford, New Haven & Litchfield County. This historic home retains original features: wide plank floors, antique molding, 2 FPs, & original beehive oven. Cozy up in the library w/wood-burning stove. Relax in the bright LR/DR w/floor to ceiling bay window & abundant entertaining space. Enjoy traditional eat-in kitchen w/built-ins & access to stone patios at each doorway. Newly remodeled ½ bath adds finishing touch to the 1st floor. Retreat upstairs to the MBR w/walk-in closet & soothing pond views. Two add’l BRs + spare room finish the 2nd floor. Fabulous stone patio overlooks enormous private oasis w/stunning views of picturesque waterfall & pond formed by 8 Mile Brook. Bountiful outdoor spaces serve as gardens, play yards, entertainment areas, the sky’s the limit! Truly a home for all seasons: go fishing in the pond in the spring, enjoy kayaking & swimming in summer, observe the beautiful changing colors of the fall foliage, & you won’t want to miss the most amazing winter wonderland that this property provides w/ice skating on the pond. No historic New England homestead would be complete w/o a red barn…providing garage, workshop, & storage space, a 2nd story loft, & potential for add’l living space. Recent improvements include new electrical, landscaping, new plumbing, radon mitigation, crawl-space encapsulation, freshly painted and landscaped. Septic 2015 & can accommodate additions to home and/or barn. Additional updates include new well pump, brand new oil tank & 20+ lawn sprinklers. This wonderful property can be enjoyed all year round or for weekends. PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR HIGHEST AND BEST OFFER BY 5:00 PM ON SUNDAY 2/11.
Sold for $615,000 on 03/18/24
$615,000
17 Bristol Town Road, Southbury, CT 06488
3beds
1,582sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1835
3.65 Acres Lot
$654,300 Zestimate®
$389/sqft
$3,146 Estimated rent
Home value
$654,300
$622,000 - $687,000
$3,146/mo
Zestimate® history
Loading...
Owner options
Explore your selling options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: July 09, 2024 at 08:19pm
Listed by:
Agnes Nawrocki 203-641-8649,
William Raveis Real Estate 203-272-0001
Bought with:
Cory Neumann, REB.0791760
Houlihan Lawrence
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 170622400
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Walk-In Closet(s), Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 133.21 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 12.11
Bedroom
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165.06 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.6 x 13.1
Bedroom
- Features: Wide Board Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 79.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.4 x 9.5
Den
- Level: Upper
- Area: 75.6 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6 x 12.6
Dining room
- Features: Combination Liv/Din Rm, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Vinyl Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 164.82 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.3 x 13.4
Library
- Features: Built-in Features, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor, Wood Stove
- Level: Main
- Area: 210.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.4 x 17
Living room
- Features: Combination Liv/Din Rm, Fireplace, Wide Board Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 364.24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.7 x 23.2
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiator, Oil
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Wired for Data, Smart Thermostat
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Basement: Full
- Attic: Access Via Hatch
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,582
- Total interior livable area: 1,582 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,582
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Barn, Paved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Terrace
- Exterior features: Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Pond
Lot
- Size: 3.65 Acres
- Features: Historic District, Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s)
- Parcel number: 1333026
- Zoning: R-60
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Clapboard, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1835
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Doors
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Golf, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Pool, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Court(s)
Location
- Region: Southbury
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/18/2024 | Sold | $615,000+4.3%$389/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #170622400 | ||
| 2/12/2024 | Pending sale | $589,900$373/sqft |
Source:  William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #170622400 | ||
| 2/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $589,900+11.3%$373/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170622400 | ||
| 11/18/2022 | Sold | $529,900$335/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #170526464 | ||
| 11/18/2022 | Listed for sale | $529,900$335/sqft |
Source: William Raveis Real Estate, Mortgage & Insurance #170526464 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,561 +2.5% | $271,100 |
| 2024 | $6,398 +4.9% | $271,100 |
| 2023 | $6,100 -6.1% | $271,100 +19.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 06488
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Long Meadow Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.9 mi
- 7/10Memorial Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.7 mi
- 8/10Pomperaug Regional High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Longmeadow Elementary School
- Middle: Memorial Middle School
- High: Pomperaug
Source: Smart MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
Get pre-qualified for a loan
At Zillow Home Loans, we can pre-qualify you in as little as 5 minutes with no impact to your credit score.An equal housing lender. NMLS #10287.
Sell for more on Zillow
Get a free Zillow Showcase℠ listing and you could sell for .
$654,300
2% more+ $13,086
With Zillow Showcase(estimated)
$667,386